Buyer (Food)

**Why work at Freshslice?**
- We are Canada’s #1 Pizza by the slice & fastest-growing Franchise.
- We are expanding rapidly and have 10,000+ applicants looking to buy a Freshslice Franchise. We have a very unique, sharp system & need your help to get ready for this growth.

**Responsibilities**:

- As the Buyer you will sustain active supplier relationships to maintain a reliable source of supply, while building internal customer relationships through working closely with the operations personnel to help meet project requirements.
- Ensure that all items purchased and managed adhere to the policies and procedures of Freshslice.
- Expedites items as required.
- Researches and identifies purchasing opportunities to ensure that the lowest total cost of ownership is achieved for Freshslice.
- Maintains relationships with existing suppliers to ensure that they are committed to supporting our long-term needs.
- Assists Purchasing Manager to help meet the project requirements with regards to equipment, materials, or other procured needs.
- Aids the Purchasing Manager in obtaining quotes for purchasing needs.
- 1 -2 years of experience in a similar environment.
- Computer literate with proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Internet.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and mathematical skills.
- Able to project in a friendly, open manner and communicate well with management, co-workers, internal customers, suppliers, and client representatives.
- Adaptable to changing environments and rapid pace.
- Able to work well under pressure on several tasks with imposing deadlines.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Good work ethic, self-motivated, and effectively works independently or within a team environment.

**Qualifications**:

- Proven experience as a Buyer or in a similar role.
- Strong negotiation and communication skills.
- In-depth knowledge of procurement processes, contract negotiation, and supplier management.
- Familiarity with relevant industry regulations and best practices.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite.
- Leadership experience with the ability to manage and motivate a team.
- Asset to have education in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
- Asset to have experience importing goods from China.
- Fluency in Mandarin is an asset

**Bonuses**:

- Annual Performance Bonus
- **$50,000** bonus for referral of a Master Franchisee
- **$25,000** bonus for referral of an Area Representative Ownership
- **$15,000** bonus for referral of a Full-Ownership Franchise Partner
- **$5,000** bonus for referral of a Director of Franchise Sales _(must be full time, exclusive & live in the area)_
- **$1,000** bonus for each successful location you find

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**Pay**: $70,000.00-$110,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement

**Experience**:

- Food Buyer: 1 year
- **Work Location**:In person

Pay: $70,000.00-$110,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

- Bonus pay
- Commission pay

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Flexible language requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

- Do you have experience importing goods from China?
- How many items did you purchase for the last company you worked or are currently working with?
- What items have you purchased that are most relevant to Freshslice?

**Experience**:

- Negotiation: 1 year (preferred)
- Food Purchasing: 1 year (required)
- Equipment and Smallwares Purchasing: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person