Meat Buyer

**About Us**

At **Imagoh Foods Ltd.**, we are a leading wholesale and retail supplier of high-quality meat products, including chicken, pork, and beef. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional service, premium-quality meats, and forging long-term partnerships with our clients.

With a deep commitment to quality and compliance, we work closely with suppliers and adhere to strict standards for safety, sustainability, and ethical sourcing. We’re seeking a skilled Meat Buyer to join our Toronto team and help us source and manage our growing inventory with precision and expertise.

**Overview**

**Qualifications**
- Proven 2 years + experience in purchasing and procurement, particularly in the meat industry.
- Extensive knowledge of chicken, pork, and beef parts, cuts, and quality standards.
- Strong negotiation skills to secure favorable terms with vendors.
- Proficiency in inventory management and supply chain processes.
- Familiarity with ERP systems, including SAP and MRP.
- Experience in vendor management and pricing strategies.
- Ability to effectively source products and manage manufacturing relationships.
- Proven experience in meat purchasing or procurement, preferably in wholesale or food supply industries.
- Extensive knowledge of chicken, pork, and beef parts, cuts, and quality standards.
- Familiarity with supplier certifications, government regulations, and food safety standards.
- Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship management skills.
- Proficiency in inventory management and procurement software.
- Ability to work under pressure and adapt to a fast-paced environment.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field is an asset.

**Key Responsibilities**
- **Product Expertise**: Have in-depth knowledge of chicken, pork, and beef cuts and their various parts.
- **Supplier Management**: Identify, evaluate, and negotiate with meat suppliers to ensure competitive pricing, quality standards, and timely deliveries.
- **Compliance**: Verify and ensure that suppliers have valid certifications and comply with company policies, health regulations, and industry standards.
- **Inventory Oversight**: Monitor stock levels and coordinate purchases to avoid shortages or overstocking.
- **Market Analysis**: Stay informed about market trends, pricing fluctuations, and supply chain developments to make informed purchasing decisions.
- **Documentation**: Maintain detailed records of transactions, supplier contracts, and certificates to ensure transparency and traceability.
- **Collaboration**: Work closely with the sales and operations teams to forecast demand and align purchasing strategies with business goals.

**Work Location**:
44 Milner Ave, Scarborough, ON M1S 3P8

Pay: $45,000.00 per year

Flexible language requirement:

- French not required

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Scarborough, ON M1S 3P8: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Application question(s):

- Do you have a car for driving to work?

**Education**:

- AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate (preferred)

**Experience**:

- meat purchasing in wholesale or food supply industry: 3 years (preferred)
- extensive knowledge of chicken, pork, and beef parts, cuts: 5 years (preferred)

**Language**:

- ,read & written Chinese & English (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Class G Licence (preferred)

**Location**:

- Scarborough, ON M1S 3P8 (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-03-31