Who we are:
Reliable Controls is dedicated to reducing the carbon footprint of buildings around the world. Our team specializes in the design, development, and assembly of building automation controls and software programs. We're working hard to create solutions for building operators to enable the vision of Net-Zero Emissions by 2050.
We align ourselves with the right people and empower them in the right ways. An established company based in Victoria, BC, we nurture a strong culture of communication, trust, and collaboration. Embracing a work–life balance, promoting continuous learning, and celebrating our achievements are a few of the ways we show our enduring commitment to employees.
Your mission:
As a Purchaser at Reliable Controls, you’ll help keep our manufacturing operations moving by ensuring the right materials are available at the right time. You’ll build strong supplier relationships, negotiate pricing and terms, manage purchase orders, and proactively address shortages and other supply risks. Working closely with Planning, Manufacturing, Engineering, and Quality, you’ll help solve supply challenges and identify opportunities to strengthen our supply chain.
In this role you will:
- Source and evaluate suppliers based on cost, quality, delivery performance, and technical capability.
- Initiate RFQs and negotiate pricing, lead times, and commercial terms with suppliers.
- Procure materials for prototypes, production, and other business needs to support project and manufacturing timelines.
- Monitor inventory, material requirements, open purchase orders, and supplier commitments to identify shortages and maintain continuity of supply.
- Manage purchase orders from creation through delivery, including expediting, rescheduling, or cancelling orders as requirements change.
- Proactively address supply risks such as shortages, extended lead times, allocation constraints, price changes, and component obsolescence.
- Monitor supplier performance and resolve quality, delivery, pricing, and non-conformance issues in partnership with suppliers and internal teams.
- Support engineering changes, supplier transitions, and product lifecycle planning to minimize supply and inventory risk.
- Maintain accurate purchasing and supplier information within the ERP system to support effective planning and procurement decisions.
- Partner with Planning, Manufacturing, Engineering, and Quality to improve procurement processes, supplier performance, and overall supply chain effectiveness.
This role might be right for you if you have:
- 3–5 years of progressive purchasing or supply chain experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Post-secondary education in Supply Chain, Business, or a related field.
- Experience interpreting BOMs, drawings, and technical specifications to support engineering and manufacturing needs.
- A solid understanding of electronic components and supply risks, including lead times, allocation, obsolescence, and product lifecycle.
- Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills, with the ability to evaluate supplier options and make informed recommendations.
- Experience working with ERP/MRP systems
- Intermediate Excel skills, including VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, reporting, and data analysis.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to communicate effectively with suppliers and cross-functional teams.
You’ll be successful in this position if you:
- Show ownership and accountability in your work, and proactively address issues before they impact Manufacturing.
- Can balance multiple priorities and adapt quickly as requirements change.
- Enjoy digging into problems, analyzing information, and finding practical solutions.
- Build collaborative relationships with suppliers and internal teams while navigating challenging conversations when needed.
- Look for opportunities to improve processes and are comfortable working in an evolving environment.
What we offer:
Competitive Compensation & Rewards: Your hard work and dedication don’t go unnoticed. We offer:
- A competitive extended health and dental plan for you and your family
- A yearly RRSP contribution on the company’s behalf, plus employee contribution matching to support your financial growth
- An annual profit sharing bonus that recognizes your contributions to our growth
Work–Life Balance & Flexibility: We know quality work comes from a balanced life. That’s why we offer generous paid time off and hybrid work options whenever possible.
Health, Wellness & Community: Your well-being matters. Enjoy access to free on-site gyms at both Victoria locations, along with social events nearly every month.
Learning, Mentorship & Growth: We offer $2,000 per year reimbursement for learning and development related to your role, mentorship from experienced team members, and development pathways to help you grow.
Recognition & Celebration: We celebrate excellence with awards and recognition for both long service and outstanding achievements. At Reliable Controls, success is a team effort, and we make sure it’s shared and celebrated.
Purpose-Driven Innovation: At Reliable Controls, innovation means creating sustainable, meaningful solutions that make buildings smarter and the world greener. Every project you work on contributes to a legacy of environmental responsibility and global impact.
At Reliable Controls, we believe that a wide range of perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds make us stronger as a company and as a community. Reliable Controls is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we’re committed to fostering diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in every aspect of our organization.
When applying for a role, we recognize that each person’s career path is unique. Even if your experience doesn’t perfectly match every listed qualification, we encourage you to apply. We value potential, passion, and alignment with our values as much as direct experience.
We’re also dedicated to ensuring that every candidate enjoys a comfortable, respectful, and accessible interview experience. If you require any accommodations during the hiring process, please let us know.
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