Material Planner/Buyer

The Material Planning position manages the procurement of all raw materials and packaging components into the Axium Packaging manufacturing facilities. Regular activities include expediting and de‑expediting of raw and packaging materials, supporting plant production schedules, collaborating with suppliers, and optimizing inventory levels. This position requires working with internal Axium Packaging teams and suppliers to improve vendor reliability and responsiveness while ensuring factory alignment. Key Attributes & Position Responsibilities Responsible for procuring Raw Materials and Components in a timely manner; ensuring delivery prior to scheduled production date. Manage supply levels based on immediate demand, forecast quantities, and material lead times. Maintain delivery schedules daily based on physical counts and SAP inventory. Daily responsibilities will include entering and issuance of purchase orders to vendors that include all proper documentation attached, daily communication with suppliers to manage on‑time open order delivery and working directly with multiple departments (Engineering, Operations, Customer Service, Shipping/Receiving, Material Coordinator, and Accounting). Close out PO’s and requisitions on a timely basis. Analyze purchase requisitions for completeness and accuracy of information. Identify and resolve any potential supply delays while keeping affected departments informed of any materials delays or problems. Respond to supply shortages, quality issues and support of emergency orders outside of normal office hours as needed. Support cycle counts, month end inventory reconciliation, year‑end and review of aged inventory, participate as needed. Team player with a positive and cooperative attitude in a highly cross‑functional organization. Self‑motivated team player with the ability to work in a fast‑paced and agile business environment. Experience & Required Skills Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Operations, or related business and technical field (preferred) 4+ years’ experience in a Material Planner, Sourcing, Procurement, Supply Chain Analyst, and/or Operations Planning position (preferred) Experience using SAP, JDA, or similar skills utilizing Material Requirements Planning tools (SAP experience and knowledge is strongly desired). Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office; especially Excel technical skills Strong analytical, organizational, mathematics, and communication skills. Ability to handle multiple priorities. Demonstrate adaptability when faced with a new challenge. Passionate and detailed in task execution. Ability to be flexible and open to change. Some travel required as needed to support projects and initiatives. Experience in leading projects with cross‑functional work groups. Possess organizational and communication skills. Demonstrate bi‑lingual communication skills for international procurement locations required (i.e. Mexico Procurement requires both Spanish and English written and verbal communication skills). Axium Packaging is committed to achieving workforce diversity reflective of our communities. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request and a member of our team will contact you. Location: Brampton, Ontario, Canada Salary: CA$90,000.00 Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level; Employment type: Full‑time; Job function: Management and Manufacturing; Industry: Packaging and Containers Manufacturing. #J-18808-Ljbffr