Senior Purchasing Specialist

3 weeks ago


Canada Mucci Farms Full time

About the Role:

The Senior Purchasing Specialist will play a key role in developing and maintaining strategic sourcing documents and acquiring in-depth subject matter expertise and market intelligence for the Corrugate and Packaging category.

Responsibilities:

  • Develop and maintain strategic sourcing documents and acquire in-depth subject matter expertise and market intelligence for the Corrugate and Packaging category
  • Independently and confidently coordinate highly complex multi-functional strategies to drive on-time delivery to schedules and meet stakeholder requirements and timelines
  • Source and establish relationships with suppliers who deliver top-quality products and services at competitive prices, while upholding the highest ethical standards and conduct
  • Identify problems and find creative solutions to meet customer demands and drive business growth
  • Track, monitor, and maintain purchase order deliveries, expediting as required to meet stakeholder requirements and timelines
  • Oversee Direct and Indirect Spend categories, including Corrugate, Resin, Labels, MRO, Services, and Capex supplies
  • Assess supplier bids using effective negotiation and procurement strategies to ensure optimal quality, pricing, delivery, and service
  • Develop, implement, and oversee purchasing reporting systems (KPIs) to align with company needs and drive business performance
  • Source and establish relationships with suppliers who deliver top-quality products and services at competitive prices, while upholding the highest ethical standards and conduct
  • Perform on-going reviews of product, service, equipment, and expense usage to identify new opportunities for cost savings and business growth
  • Create RFQs, search for suppliers, and issue BIDs to secure optimal cost benefits for the organization
  • Provide regular updates to the Purchasing and Inventory Manager on current and potential inventory issues, accurately track all open purchase orders, and prepare reports on market conditions and organizational spending
  • Analyze inventories to enhance flow, reduce waste, and establish appropriate min/max levels
  • Accurately track and monitor all open purchase orders and work with cross-functional teams to maintain proper inventory levels
  • Perform any other job duties, tasks, and responsibilities as assigned

Requirements:

  • Post-secondary business diploma or degree or related field is preferred
  • 2+ years of experience in a Purchasing/Buyer role is required
  • Previous experience coaching and mentoring junior buyers would be an asset
  • Previous experience in the food industry is highly desirable
  • Previous experience purchasing packaging is preferred
  • Proven ability to negotiate with vendors and suppliers
  • Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Windows, and ERP software
  • Ability to communicate in a clear and concise manner with staff and Grower members to ensure the daily supplies of all packaging-related materials
  • Able to meet Company and or Customer tasks and deadlines

Working Conditions:

  • Must be able to sit, stand, and/or walk for extended periods of time
  • Must be able to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with body, arms, and/or legs
  • Must be able to lift material regularly up to 14 kg / 30 lbs; and occasionally up to 23 kg / 50lbs
  • Must be able to climb stairs and stand on feet for an extended period of time
  • Must be able to work in a temperature-controlled environment of approximately 13 ̊C / 55 ̊F

About Mucci:

Mucci welcomes and encourages applications with disabilities to apply. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you require a specific accommodation due to a disability or documented medical need, please contact the Human Resource Department so that arrangements can be made for the appropriate accommodation. Mucci is achieving a culture and work environment that is supportive of employees with disabilities and promotes dignity, independence, integration, and equal opportunity.



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