Buyer

Posted 21 Days Ago
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Montréal, QC
Hybrid
Mid level
News + Entertainment • Social Media
The Role
The Buyer will define and execute procurement strategies for Moment Factory, managing relationships with suppliers, supporting various projects, and ensuring the acquisition of goods and services. Responsibilities include vendor management, participating in the S2P process, leading negotiations, and optimizing procurement strategies for efficiency and savings.
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A WORD ABOUT US


We come from many different places, but what unites us is our passion. At Moment Factory, each new project is a blank page awaiting the creativity and talent of our whole team, no matter the individual responsibilities, roles, or fields. Our desire to innovate, to take risks, and to learn from our mistakes and from each other is what allows us to create collective projects that go above and beyond. Today, thanks to a team of 420 creative minds, we have been able to create immersive multimedia environments for artists, museums, airports, brands, theme parks and events, as well as our signature shows. No matter the canvas – be it film, lighting, multimedia architecture, sound design, special effects, or interactive projects – the thirst for experimentation and innovation is at the core of our DNA.


YOUR MISSION


Reporting to the Director of procurement and under the supervision of the senior buyer, you will play a key role in defining and executing essential procurement strategies for the success of Moment Factory's productions. You will be tasked with advising and supporting various projects, working closely with competence centers, production teams, and our international offices to ensure the acquisition of goods and services for which you are responsible. Acting as an ambassador, you will contribute to promote Moment Factory to its suppliers, collaborators, and partners. Additionally, you will play a part in establishing a sustainable and enduring procurement policy for the company.


YOUR TEAM


As a part of our procurement team, you will be working behind the scenes on diverse projects to ensure their optimal presentation. Operating at various stages of the project life cycle, you will offer advice, support, and guidance to creative, technical, and project teams, contributing to the success of our productions.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Sourcing
  • Develop relationships and a network of suppliers based on specific needs at the local and international levels ;
  • Conduct market analysis processes/RFI/qualification ;
  • When necessary, ensure a presence and participation in certain events, exhibitions, or conferences to ensure the company's visibility to potential suppliers.

  • Vendor Relationship Management (VRM)
  • Develop and maintain mutually beneficial, and long-term relationships with key players ;
  • Act as a focal point and maintain privileged links with internal clients and suppliers ;
  • Address conflicts and act as a representative for the supplier panel ;
  • Evaluate vendors performance ;
  • Assess the supplier experience following collaboration with our company.

  • Project procurement
  • Participate in the entire S2P (Sourcing to Payment) process for the managed categories ;
  • Lead tender offers/RFP/negotiation processes in collaboration with internal clients ;
  • Evaluate supplier proposals and be able to provide advice on the final selection ;
  • Create, and manage purchase orders (POs) and contracts ;
  • Generate savings to optimize the production value of our projects and be able to quantify performance;
  • Safeguard the commercial interests of Moment Factory and its projects.

  • Continuous improvement, strategy, and analysis
  • Contribute to optimizing the company's procurement strategy and policy, ensuring alignment with the department's strategic objectives ;
  • Collect and interpret purchasing data, including cost analysis reports, benchmark expenses, tender-related data, and return on investment ;
  • Develop various case studies to facilitate decision-making ;
  • Conduct regular assessments of the procurement processes to ensure continuous improvement.

YOUR JOURNEY INCLUDES

  • Bachelor's degree in supply chain/procurement management or any other related field linked to operations, logistics, etc. ;
  • Minimum of 2 to 3 years of experience in supply chain management ;
  • Perfect bilingualism in French and English, both spoken and written ;
  • Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) and the Google Suite ;
  • Knowledge of an ERP system, Procurement/Supply Chain module (SAP, Oracle, and Workday) is an asset ;
  • Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and adapt to a dynamically changing work environment.

YOUR QUALITIES

  • Strong negotiation skills ;
  • Exceptional customer service and well-developed communication abilities ;
  • Ability to demonstrate autonomy, organization, initiative, and adaptability ;
  • Adept at exercising critical judgment, analyzing, and synthesizing information ;
  • Ability to work under pressure and manage stress efficiently.

SPECIFIC WORK CONDITIONS

  • Flexibility in terms of working hours ;
  • Occasional international travel is possible.

SOME PERKS THAT COME WITH WORKING AT MF

  • Hybrid work mode to optimize work-life balance;
  • Group insurance benefits for you and your family;
  • Wellness account allowing you to claim personal expenses up to $250 per year;
  • $110 inspiration account;
  • Free access to Dialogue telemedicine service, to quickly respond to your health concerns and those of your family;
  • 5 paid sick days per year;
  • Personalized training and skills development plan through the MF School;
  • Daily meals at a cost of $7, snacks and coffee available at all times;
  • MF Life Department, a catalyst for employee wellness initiatives (physical, mental health, social activities, etc.).

If you think this position is for you, we invite you to apply now. Unfortunately, we will not be able to follow up with each candidate, so we will only contact the selected individuals. Thank you for considering a career at Moment Factory. We are looking forward to meeting you!

The Company
Montréal, Québec
493 Employees
On-site Workplace
Year Founded: 2001

What We Do

**Please read below**
Moment Factory Studios is not immune to recruitment fraud. These scams consist of deceiving people by presenting them with fake job offers to obtain their personal information. If you are interested in a position, please check out our website and apply directly online using our website via the Lever platform: https://momentfactory.com/careers

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Moment Factory Studios n'est pas à l'abri des fraudes au recrutement. Ces arnaques consistent à tromper les personnes en leur présentant de fausses offres d'emploi dans le but d'obtenir leurs informations personnelles. Si vous êtes intéressé.e par un poste, veuillez vérifier sur notre site Internet et postulez directement en ligne sur notre site internet via la plateforme Lever :
https://momentfactory.com/carrieres

Moment Factory is a multimedia entertainment studio specializing in the conception and production of immersive environments combining video, lighting, architecture, sound and special effects to create remarkable visitor experiences. With its headquarters based in Montreal, the studio also has offices in Paris, Tokyo, New York City. Since its inception in 2001, Moment Factory has created 550 shows and destinations across the world for big-name clients such as the Los Angeles Airport, Microsoft, NFL, Sony, Toyota, the City of Barcelona, Madonna and Royal Caribbean

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