Project Buyer

Are you a Project Buyer who is passionate about hands-on innovation, collaboration, and making a global impact in the medical technology sector? Do you thrive in dynamic environments where strategic sourcing and procurement play a crucial role in bringing cutting-edge medical devices to life? Are you a self-driven professional with a strong customer service mindset, eager to support teams with seamless and efficient procurement? If this sounds like you, keep reading! We have the perfect opportunity for you!

Imagine working at a place where your expertise in supply chain management fuels the future of medical device development. Welcome to StarFish Medical! We’re not just any company; we’re a leading partner for MedTech innovators across North America. Our mission? To empower groundbreaking product development by ensuring a seamless, efficient, and cost-effective procurement process. And at the heart of this mission is our Project Buyers – this is where you come in.

As a Project Buyer at StarFish Medical, you’ll report directly to the Purchasing and Logistics Manager and play a hands-on role in ensuring our product development teams have the materials and components they need, exactly when they need them. Your ability to think critically, problem-solve, and communicate effectively will be essential in navigating supplier relationships, optimizing procurement strategies, and maintaining costed Bills of Materials.

Your work will ensure our procurement processes set the gold standard for efficiency, precision, and strategic sourcing, empowering our teams to confidently design, develop, and manufacture life-saving devices.

If you’re ready to join a collaborative, fast-paced, and innovative team where your ideas are valued and your work makes a difference, apply now and let’s build something amazing together!

Location

On-Site

Toronto, Ontario.

Benefits of working at StarFish Medical

Becoming a part of a group of passionate individuals striving to make a meaningful impact, combined with:

• Satisfaction of helping others through medical device technology.
• Award-winning culture with deep-rooted Guiding Principles.
• Profit-sharing program.
• Paid vacation and sick leave, including a “vacation purchase program” to take more time off.
• Excellent benefits package for you and your family.
• Monthly All-hands meetings.
• Active social committee with events that happen both during the workday and outside of work hours. Some events cater to the individual, and others to their family.
• 50% TTC cost-sharing in Toronto.
• Shower facilities for midday runs or biking to work. The Toronto location has a Bike Share station within a 5-minute walk to the Office.
• Free parking on-site or around the premises.

What You’ll Do

• Represent Supply Chain at project kickoff meetings, design reviews, and other product development discussions.
• Own and manage the procurement process for project materials and services, ensuring quality and timely delivery.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal teams and suppliers, effectively communicating project needs and expectations.
• Negotiate costs, delivery terms, quality, and supplier agreements to meet internal and client needs.
• Source and maintain approved suppliers while proactively identifying alternative suppliers to optimize BOM costs.
• Maintain and update supplier information in ERP systems (preferably SYSPRO), ensuring data accuracy.
• Support supplier evaluation processes, including supplier audits, NCRs, and SCARs.
• Prepare, process, and analyze quote packages, making recommendations based on cost, quality, and delivery considerations.
• Assist in resolving Quality Control and Accounts Payable issues related to procurement.
• Manage open order reports to track supplier performance and ensure timely delivery of materials.

What You Bring

Must-Have Soft Skills & Qualifications

• Strong communication skills – You can articulate purchasing needs clearly and build lasting relationships with stakeholders and suppliers.
• Problem-solving mindset – You can think on your feet and find solutions to procurement and supply chain challenges.
• Self-driven & proactive – You take initiative, anticipate needs, and drive procurement processes forward with minimal supervision.
• Time management & prioritization – You can handle multiple projects and deadlines confidently and efficiently.
• Collaboration & teamwork – You thrive in a cross-functional environment and can work seamlessly with engineering, finance, and supply chain teams.
• Attention to detail & accountability – You take ownership of your work, ensuring procurement decisions are well-documented and aligned with company goals.
• Adaptability & flexibility – You can pivot and adjust strategies in a fast-moving development environment.

Technical Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Logistics, Business Administration, or equivalent.
• 5+ years of experience in supply chain, procurement, or purchasing within a product development or manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on knowledge of best procurement practices (preferably in electromechanical manufacturing).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience in cost analysis and supplier management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel required) and experience with ERP systems (preferably SYSPRO).
• Ability to prioritize, manage multiple projects, and work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Nice-to-Have Qualifications

• Experience in regulated industries (e.g., medical device, aerospace, or automotive).
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 standards.
• Advanced certifications (e.g., APICS Supply Chain Procurement Certificate).
• Experience with electrical and electronic component procurement.
• Familiarity with supplier quality management and continuous improvement initiatives.

Amazing Culture!

Our work environment received Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Culture awards for 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024, recognizing best-in-class cultures that have helped enhance performance and sustain a competitive advantage. We are Canada’s leading medical device design service provider, providing a full complement of design, development, and low-contract manufacturing services in Victoria and Toronto. We successfully partner with innovative companies (both large and small) to create breakthrough products for several medical specialty areas.

We thank all candidates who apply; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted following initial application acknowledgement. No phone calls, please.

We look forward to meeting you!