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Date: Jul 1, 2026

Location: Niagara Falls, CA

Company: PALFINGER

For more than 90 years, PALFINGER has set benchmarks with innovative crane and lifting solutions worldwide. As a leading technology and mechanical engineering company, we transform customer needs into seamlessly integrated solutions while providing opportunities for our people to grow, collaborate, and push beyond limits. We foster an environment where we reach up, reach out, and reach beyond. Become part of our team and let’s lift each other to create what’s next.

 

PALFINGER as an experienced Buyer to support procurement activities in Niagara Falls, Ontario, reporting to the Purchasing Team Lead. This role is responsible for handling the procurement of designated materials, supplies, and equipment to meet operational purchasing demands. The Buyer will coordinate closely with inventory management while applying materials management and inventory control principles to maintain accurate inventory levels. This position also works with field personnel and vendors to resolve procurement issues in alignment with regional procurement strategies.

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Your Responsibilities

  • Issue direct and indirect purchase orders based on demand, purchasing master data, and purchase requisitions
  • Drive supplier on-time delivery by actively following up on open purchase orders and resolving shortages or delays
  • Maintain and update purchasing master data and provide rolling forecasts to selected suppliers based on agreements
  • Support supplier negotiations, strategic sourcing strategies, and continuous improvement initiatives, including cost reduction and supplier-managed inventory programs
  • Collaborate with internal teams and suppliers to support manufacturing needs, new product introductions, engineering changes, and resolution of procurement issues
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Your Qualifications

  • 3–5 years of experience, preferably within a manufacturing or industrial environment
  • Experience with SAP and materials planning systems (MRP or related software preferred)
  • Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) preferred
  • Proven experience in procurement, supply chain operations, and negotiating pricing and purchasing agreements
  • Strong organizational, analytical, problem-solving, and time management skills with high attention to detail
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What We Offer

  • Salary range $72,000- $80,000 based on experience
  • Competitive compensation and performance rewards 
  • Comprehensive Benefits package with flexible options
  • Opportunity for continuous learning and career growth  
  • Environment of Respect, Integrity, Openness, Inclusion and Support 

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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