Purchasing/category Manager
2 months ago
**Overview**
**Key Responsibilities**:
- Identify and evaluate new suppliers while maintaining strong relationships with existing vendors.
- Negotiate contracts and long-term agreements, secure competitive pricing, and ensure timely delivery of products.
- Build and nurture positive relationships with suppliers, facilitate smooth communication and prompt issue resolution.
- Analyze procurement costs and identify areas for cost reduction and efficiency improvements.
- Conduct regular market testing of key procurement items and track cost savings and cost avoidance.
- Oversee the accuracy of invoicing and ensure proper entry of bills into the system.
- Ensure all purchased materials and services meet quality standards and align with specifications. Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, safety standards, and environmental guidelines.
- Organize and maintain manuals, documentation, and historical purchase records for future reference.
- Stay informed about industry trends and market conditions to make well-informed purchasing decisions.
**Qualifications**:
- Exceptional multitasking abilities, keen attention to detail, and strong time management skills.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and internet-based research tools.
- Knowledge of supply chain management, logistics, and business principles is a plus.
- Familiarity with grocery operations or similar industries is advantageous.
- High level of integrity and discretion in handling business and employee matters.
- Written and oral Russian considered as an asset.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
**Training & Development**:
**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From $54,000.00 per year
Additional pay:
- Bonus pay
Flexible language requirement:
- French not required
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
**Education**:
- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
Work Location: In person
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