Purchasing Assistant

7 days ago

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada EightSix Network Full time

Job Description

*About Company:

Originally established in March in Richmond, BC, Canada, Dan On & Associates Ltd., now operating as Dan-D Foods Group Global, has undergone a transformative journey.

While renowned for its top-quality cashews in the past, Dan On's enterprise has diversified and ventured into new markets over the years. Today, Dan-D Foods Group Global conducts its operations across six countries and distributes its diverse range of products in regions spanning from the Americas and Asia to the United Kingdom and even as far as Australia.

Within the Dan-D Foods family, we proudly boast three firmly established brands: Dan-D-PakTM, Dan-D BulkTM, Dan-D OrganicTM, along with AndiTM and Peace RiverTM. Our expansive portfolio currently encompasses over 2, distinct SKUs, reflecting our commitment to providing an extensive range of high-quality products.

Our factories incorporate cutting-edge robotic and AI technology to enhance production efficiency across our facilities in Canada, the USA, and Vietnam. Additionally, we're committed to sustainability by harnessing solar power, rainwater harvesting, and cultivating our own vegetables to offer a nutritious diet to our workforce. Moreover, our flagship factory in Vietnam boasts amenities such as a swimming pool, gym, and salon services, ensuring the well-being and grooming of our employees.

*About the job:

Job Purpose

The Purchasing Assistant will lead the procurement of ingredients, finished products and packaging while providing crucial support to sales and marketing team members. The role involves assisting across all purchasing-related activities, as required to ensure seamless operations, timely deliveries optimal inventory level.

Job Accountabilities / Key Results Area

Procurement Excellence:

· Utilize ERP systems to issue purchase orders (ingredients, finished products and packaging) to ensuring optimal inventory levels for seamless operations.

· Proactive monitoring of both domestic and international shipments, providing real-time ETA updates to key stakeholders, including sales and customer service desks.

· Collaborate closely with the accounting department on invoice processing, resolving any payment discrepancies or claims with suppliers

Inventory Management:

· Execute thorough reviews of inventory reports to pinpoint products nearing expiration.

· Champion efforts with warehouse teams to investigate and rectify inventory discrepancies, update system counts as needed, perform physical counts where needed and participate in annual inventory counts for enhanced accuracy.

Logistics Operations:

· Partner with freight forwarders and customs brokers to optimize freight arrangements, ensuring timely and cost-effective deliveries.

· Prepare and maintain shipping and receiving documents, verifying accuracy

· Update purchase orders, shipping details and assign freight costs into the ERP system before physical receipt of goods, streamlining operations and enhancing visibility.

Supporting Regulatory Compliance:

· Maintain Bill of Materials (BOM) and update where necessary

· Support regulatory/ QA team to expedite compliance document requests and certifications to ensure compliancy.

Supporting Sales and Marketing:

Utilize sales forecasts as a strategic guide, driving informed purchasing decisions. Support sales and marketing initiatives: ensure material availability to meet seasonal demands and last-minute promotions. Drive the success of new product launches by conducting costing and material availability analyses.

Minimum Essential Qualifications and Technical Competencies

Formal Education

· Post secondary education in business

· SCMP designation is an asset

Work Experience

· Total Work Experience: 2-4 years

· Experience in the fast-moving consumer goods industry, food and manufacturing industry or a similar industry

Skills / Knowledge

· Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Office, Outlook, Excel, Sharepoint etc)

· High level of business awareness and acumen, with a good understanding of financial management

· Excellent communication and organisational skills

· Excellent analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills

· Fluent in spoken and written English

· Valid Drivers License

Salary: up to 60, CAD

Requirements:

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