Specialist, General Purchasing

At Canadian Solar, our vision is to make lives better by bringing electricity powered by the sun to millions of people worldwide. As a leading manufacturer of solar panels, inverters, and energy storage solutions, we've been an industry front-runner since our founding in 2001. Our commitment to sustainability is reflected in all parts of our organization as we navigate the complexities of a booming industry.

Throughout Canadian Solar's subsidiaries, e-Storage, Recurrent Energy, MSS and CSI Solar Co., we invest in our employees' growth. Our training programs and promotional opportunities ensure we all can continue to learn. We understand the importance of work-life balance and provide various flexible work options to support our employees' well-being. Join our team to "Make the Difference" by creating a lasting positive impact on the world and the communities where we operate.

The Purchasing Specialist is responsible for the supportive and administrative duties related to purchasing, logistics and inventory. The Purchasing Specialist will perform a range of duties in support of Management and staff which contribute to the successful performance of Procurement ensure successful business operations, and maintain a focus on continuous improvement processes.

Job Description

Canadian Solar Inc. is one of the world’s largest solar modular producers. As a leading vertically integrated provider of ingots, wafers, solar cells, solar modules, solar power systems and specialized solar products, Canadian Solar delivers uncompromising value to its customers across the globe.

Responsibilities

• Creates request for quotation (RFQ); Meet with vendors and select vendors based on price, service and ability to meet production needs
• Controls ordering of materials, monitor and determine inventory levels and work with vendors to ensure on time delivery
• Processes purchase requisitions from internal departments and ensure proper approvals have been given prior to placing items on order
• Liaises with freight forwarder, domestic and international suppliers regularly to monitor the status of shipment and ensure materials arrive on time
• Identifies and communicates issues arising from the supply of materials and services with both the vendor and internal material team
• Works with team members to identify instances of damaged shipments, including addressing and following up with suppliers, insurance companies and field inspectors to close the claim
• Monitors, evaluates, and analyzes vendor performance to ensure quality and delivery requirements are met
• Manages supplier relationships and update management on any issues with vendors
• Manages, maintains and updates Material Requirement Planning (MRP) data and investigate abnormal material usage
• Monitors production schedules to assess future production needs; Balance available materials on order with ongoing production requirements
• Participates in weekly planning and purchasing conference calls
• Performs new material cost evaluation for management review
• Takes on additional tasks when other departmental staff are absent
• Ensures that all business activities are performed with the highest ethical standards and in compliance with the Canadian Solar Solution Code of Business Conduct
• Supports ISO 9001 activities
• Adheres to all environmental, health and safety rules and policies
• Conducts other duties as required

Qualifications and Experience

• Degree/Diploma in procurement field and/or related experience
• Demonstrated analytical skills with particular attention to detail
• Effective communication skills with individuals at all levels of the organization
• Able to build and maintain lasting relationships with corporate departments and key external stakeholders
• Able to work efficiently as a part of a team as well as independently
• Excellent time and project management skills
• Computer literacy, including effective working skills of MS Office and enterprise ERP system and e-mail required
• Experience using SAP is an asset

Note: The company reserves the right to change the duties and responsibilities of this position at any time at its own discretion.

Compensation and Benefits

Canadian Solar offers a competitive salary plus fully comprehensive benefits and performance bonus package based on an annual objective achievement. Our generous benefits package includes a 401(k) Retirement Plan, medical/life/disability program, PTO and sick days.

Canadian Solar Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.