Purchasing and Inventory Coordinator

5 days ago


Cambridge, Canada GVF Group of Companies Full time

**Who we are**:
We first opened our Grand Valley Fortifiers retail store to customers in 1970 as an outlet to serve local farmers in the Cambridge area. In 2012, we re-named our store Valley Feeds in an effort to better communicate the products and services we offer today. Here at Valley Feeds, we are committed to providing high quality, fresh feeds for wild birds, dogs, cats, farm animals, and horses. We also specialize in lawn and garden care products and can help customers plan the backyard pond of their dreams. Our in-store experts are ready to help customers pick the products best suited for their needs.

We’re looking for a **Purchasing and Inventory Coordinator **(12 month maternity leave contract with possible extension) to join our Valley Feeds team in Cambridge, Ontario. You will be responsible for overseeing and coordinating the purchasing of all products, materials and inventory that flow in and out of the Valley Feeds store. You will be our product ambassador ensuring that the products we carry at Valley Feeds are high quality and readily available. In addition to this you will work as a part of the Valley Feeds retail team and provide superior customer service support to both staff and customers.

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What you’ll do: *
- Reconcile daily sales, noting any discrepancies on invoicing and payment methods
- Manage item transfers between site locations
- Ensure store and warehouse are stocked by creating PO’s and following up with vendors
- Fulfill online orders and ship product
- Manage Valley Feeds online pricing, stock and add new items
- Complete weekly, monthly and quarterly cycle counts on high moving stock and adjust accordingly
- Monitor stock levels, creating purchase orders as needed
- Sign for all incoming orders and physically check and receive all PO’s
- Unload trucks with tow motor as needed
- Request credits from vendors as needed
- Update all pricing for the store, based on cost
- Maintain professional relationships with all key suppliers
- Maintain cleanliness of the warehouse

**Your background includes**:

- Diploma or Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management or equivalent
- 2+ years of working experience in purchasing and/or supply chain management role
- Experience with inventory control and with ERP systems
- Advanced computer skills including Microsoft Office
- Proven problem-solving and organizational abilities
- Driven, self starter with highly developed interpersonal and communication skills
- Independent and able to work in a team environment
- Keen eye for detail and completing tasks with a high level of accuracy
- You must be able to lift 50 pounds and be on your feet for extended periods of time
- Forklift experience is an asset

**Working with us**:
Our Valley Feeds store is located at 486 Main Street East in Cambridge, Ontario. Store hours are Monday to Saturday 8:00 am to 6:00 pm, closed Sunday. This is an in-person contract position, covering a 12 month maternity leave with possibility for extension beyond 12 months. Hours for this role are Monday to Friday 9:00am to 6:00pm. In addition to a competitive salary and vacation commensurate with experience, you’ll also be eligible to receive comprehensive benefits and RSP matching.

Ours is a family business that cares about its employees and its community. Our staff receive good benefits, good wages, and respect. Whether through our charitable work, or our dedication to staff, GVF is committed to living out our principles and values.

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How we behave: *
- **Passion. **Serving customers innovatively and well.
- **Humble Confidence.** Confidently choosing to forgo our status, deploy our resources and use of influence for the good of others before ourselves.
- **Integrity. **Consistently honest while honouring commitments with our customers, co-workers and suppliers.
- **Professional.** Committed to excellence in the way we lead, serve and relate.
- **Caring.** With a servant heart, truly caring for customers and co-workers. Find satisfaction in assisting with others’ challenges and joy in witnessing their success.

**About the GVF Group of Companies**:
Founded in 1960, the GVF Group of Companies continues to expand its products, services and geographic reach through Grand Valley Fortifiers, Fortified Nutrition, Direct Source Commodities, Farmers Depot, Valley Feeds, True Foods and Kindred Farmers. The GVF Group continues to produce high quality, cutting edge macro premixes and services across Canada, the U.S and Internationally. Headquartered in Cambridge Ontario, we are a proud Canadian and family owned and operated company with an amazing team across the country. With over 170 employees in our offices, manufacturing plants, and on hundreds of family farms daily, meeting with customers or delivering product, everyone is a key and integral part of our team.

**Job Type**: Contract


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