Purchasing Assistant

2 weeks ago


Cambridge, Canada Di Pietro Fresh Meats & Delicatessen Ltd. Full time

'''Duties'''
- Assist with the procurement of materials, supplies, and equipment needed for the organization
- Collaborate with various departments to determine purchasing needs and specifications
- Research and evaluate potential vendors and suppliers
- Obtain quotes and negotiate prices to ensure cost-effective purchasing decisions
- Place purchase orders and track delivery schedules
- Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing, and inventory levels
- Coordinate with vendors to resolve any issues or discrepancies with orders
- Assist in vendor management activities, including evaluating vendor performance and maintaining positive relationships

'''Requirements'''
- Proven experience as a Purchasing Assistant or in a food industry would be advantage.
- Knowledge of purchasing systems and processes, including MRP (Material Requirements Planning)
- Strong negotiation skills to obtain the best prices and terms from vendors
- Ability to analyze pricing proposals and make informed purchasing decisions
- Excellent organizational and time management skills to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
- Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy in data entry and record keeping
- Strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external vendors
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Please submit your resume highlighting relevant experience for consideration.

**Salary**: $16.55-$20.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

- Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Cambridge, ON N1R 7H5: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Education**:

- Secondary School (preferred)

**Experience**:

- purchasing: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person



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