Buyer

Kelly Services is currently recruiting for a client in Mississauga, Ontario on a contract for the role of Buyer. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Purchase products and negotiate buying terms with vendors, including price, margin, MOQs and delivery terms. Work with the Production Planner to coordinate just in time delivery of perishable ingredients, non-floor and floor stock of components to facilitate the timely production of goods. Purchase and arrange timely delivery of all raw materials, packaging, services and/or supplies at the best possible cost, while meeting quality and specification requirements. Constantly review the sales forecast and on-hand inventory quantities, check assumptions and adjust purchase plans to support order fulfillment, inventory control and cash flow. Use the Company ERP system to monitor and track progress of purchased materials against timelines and necessary requirements. Attend daily production meetings and keep the team apprised of expected deliveries and any issues that may affect schedule completion. Manage vendor/supplier invoices and work with Finance to ensure processing in a timely manner. Coordinate with suppliers, Receiving, and QA as required to ensure compliance with our Food Safety and Regulatory programs. Participate in and be a driving force in all inventory counts, directly supporting Finance with counts and root cause analysis of discrepancies. Prepare and review contracts, RFP bids, proposals, vendor agreements, and pricing to ensure items meet specifications and tolerances for product specifications and food safe manufacturing. SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor of Administration degree in Business or Finance with a focus on Supply Chain, or similar. Excellent oral and written communication skills with strong interpersonal and presentation skills. 5 years demonstrated experience in purchasing role in a food manufacturing environment. Proficient in procurement processes; research, negotiation, planning, ordering. Demonstrated experience with purchasing components using ERP applications; familiarity with SYSPRO is a plus. Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office – Word/Excel, ERP systems). Must be able to manage confidential information in an ethical and professional manner. Effective diligence and a high degree of accuracy. Sound analytical thinking, planning, prioritization, and execution skills. Tenacity and desire to both reduce costs and achieve the Company’s goals and objectives, including the production of high-quality, great-tasting products are absolute requirements

Location: Mississauga, CA

Posted Date: 7/2/2024