Procurement Specialist

3 days ago

Kitchener, Canada Conestoga Cold Storage Full time

**Technical Procurement Specialist (Purchaser)**

**Want to work in an environment where your efforts are much appreciated and you’re not “just a number”?**

**Want to work in fun-friendly environment rather than a corporate culture?**

**Want to work in one of Canada’s Top 50 Best Managed Companies for the last twenty years?**

**If you answered yes Then, Conestoga Cold Storage Limited is seeking a full time Technical Procurement Specialist (Purchaser) to join our team.**

The successful applicant will have an opportunity to work in a fully automated, fast paced, dynamic and exciting environment full of innovation and state of the art technology. We are looking for individuals with a strong drive, commitment to cultivate their skills and to grow within our company

**Compensation and Benefits**
- Job type: full-time.
- Competitive wage.
- Casual dress.
- Paid time off.
- Paid birthday day off.
- Vision care.
- Group medical and dental insurance benefits sponsored by the company.
- Company sponsored pension plan, with employer matched contributions.
- Various company events throughout the year, including a summer picnic, BBQ’s, annual Christmas Party, etc.
- Fun friendly culture

**Duties and Responsibilities**:

- Source and evaluate suppliers of technical equipment, components, and services.
- Analyze technical drawings, specifications, and engineering documents to determine procurement needs.
- Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts with suppliers to optimize value and minimize risk.
- Collaborate with engineering, maintenance and operations to ensure compatibility of parts and equipment.
- Monitor supplier performance and manage relationships to ensure on-time delivery and compliance.
- Issue purchase orders, track deliveries, and manage inventory levels in coordination with warehouse/logistics teams.
- Identify opportunities for cost savings, process improvements, and supplier innovation.
- Ensure adherence to company procurement policies and applicable regulations.

**Qualifications and Skills Required**:

- Post-secondary education in Mechanical/Business Management, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
- 3+ years of experience in technical or engineering procurement, preferably in the cold storage industry.
- Strong understanding of technical specifications and ability to interpret engineering drawings.
- Excellent negotiation and supplier management skills.
- Proficiency in procurement software & MS office suite of products.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

**Assets**
- Experience with international sourcing or working with global suppliers.
- Familiarity with ISO standards, QA/QC processes, or project-based procurement.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Additional pay:

- Overtime pay

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Flexible language requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime

**Experience**:

- Procurement: 2 years (required)

**Location**:

- Kitchener, ON N2E 1W9 (required)

Work Location: In person

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