Raw material buyer

What We Offer:

• Wellness leave (32 hours)
• Customizable group insurance plan
• FTQ RRSP with employer contribution
• Free parking
• Stimulating work environment
• Close, accessible management

Why join DCM?

Joining DCM means playing a direct role in projects that drive the aerospace industry forward.

As a rapidly growing Quebec‑based manufacturing group, we design, manufacture, and repair critical structures, components, and tooling for world‑class clients. Thanks to our integrated business model, we are involved at every stage—from engineering to production.

Here, challenges are real, impact is tangible, and every contribution matters. Our teams thrive in a dynamic environment driven by values of collaboration, integrity, and excellence.

Ready to be part of the momentum? At DCM, we don’t just follow the evolution of the industry. Tomorrow starts now.

Purpose of the position

Reporting to the Purchasing Supervisor, the Raw Materials Buyer plays a key role in maintaining the continuity and efficiency of manufacturing operations. He must ensure optimal material procurement by meeting the required standards of quality, cost, and delivery timelines needed to support production. This role involves identifying internal needs, selecting reliable suppliers, negotiating favorable terms, and resolving issues related to deliveries or material compliance, ensuring that the company’s productivity is never slowed down.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, validate, and support the processing of purchasing requirements by recommending the appropriate strategy to solve the equation of on-time delivery, cost, and supplier capacity for molding/foundry processes;
• Ensure and support the follow‑up of purchase orders to be placed, deliveries, and the profitability of assigned programs;
• Play a key support role for the operations team when facing supplier on‑time delivery issues;
• Inform various departments of any issues related to deliveries under your responsibility and propose action plans;
• Negotiate requirements/parameters and ensure follow‑up of parts within your procurement scope to secure needs;
• Validate that procurement parameters and purchase order archiving are carried out according to internal procedures;
• Establish and maintain trusting relationships with key suppliers;
• Perform any other related tasks

Job Requirements

Educational requirements

• DEC in administration, management, procurement, logistics, or a related field.
• Bachelor’s degree in administration, management, business, supply chain, or operations.

Technical Skills

• 2 to 5 years of experience in purchasing raw materials in the aerospace industry;
• Hands‑on purchasing experience in a technical manufacturing environment;
• Excellent organizational, planning, and prioritization skills;
• Strong negotiation skills and good learning ability;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Experience with an MRP/ERP system is preferred (EPICOR – an asset);
• Excellent proficiency in French (spoken and written), along with advanced proficiency in English (spoken and written), is required to support regular communications with clients and suppliers outside Quebec.

Personal Skills

• Excellent organizational skills;
• Strong planning and prioritization abilities;
• Strong negotiation skills;
• Good learning ability;
• Analytical mindset and problem‑solving skills;
• Stress management and ability to work under pressure;
• Ability to collaborate effectively with multiple departments (quality, production, logistics, etc.);
• Autonomy, rigor, and sense of responsibility.

Now that you can picture yourself in this role, apply today and join the DCM team!

In this document, the masculine form is used solely to simplify the text. This opportunity is open to all individuals, regardless of gender, in accordance with our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.