Purchasing Coordinator

We have an opportunity to join our growing team as a Purchasing Coordinator based in our Winnipeg Facility in Canada. Working closely with external vendors and our production function this is a pivotal role in ensuring the successful fulfilment of our Order Book according to our ambitious sales plans.

**About Western Global**

We pride ourselves on having a great culture that values Teamwork, Openness, Passion, Integrity, and Celebrating Success. Our Values guide the way we interact with one another and our customers, and we work together as a cohesive team to achieve our goals. Our great culture is a major contributor to our continued growth and success.

**What will you be doing as our Purchasing Coordinator?**
- Supporting the Procurement Manager in all aspects of vendor management including regular reviews and quality monitoring, commercial contract negotiation, reviews of service level agreements and seeking out new vendor opportunities.
- Executing supply plans at vendor level to ensure the smooth running of production and the on-time fulfilment of customer orders.
- Producing regular reporting for stock items at min-max levels and recommending order levels based on data driven forecasts.
- Following up on order acknowledgements, late orders and delivery date updates.
- Working with Procurement Manager and Order Planners to resolve issues associated with large spikes in orders or larger future orders, ensuring planned stock levels can be achieved by the vendor base.
- Working with our Warehouse Internal Logistics team on any discrepancies, incorrect or defective items received on incoming purchase orders.
- Handling of indirect purchasing accounts (consumables, tools, sundries).
- Key point of contact for stock related queries within the Division.
- Coordinate and monitor returns of damaged goods, arranging replacements or credit and reconciliation disputes with vendors.
- Providing backup for the Procurement Manager in their absence.
- Other related duties as required.

**What will give you the edge?**
- Proven experience in a similar vendor management, procurement, or inventory/material planning role.
- Conversant with standard ERP planning methodology (ideally NetSuite), e.g. min/max planning, EOQ, ATP, Purchase Order, Sales Order structures, item and vendor master data.
- A background working in a manufacturing or assembly industry.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel.
- Excellent Communication skills and ability to build good working relationships.
- Comfortable working in an ambiguous and changeable environment.
- Self-motivated, willing to take the initiative and make decisions.
- Determination and resilience with the ability to rise to the challenge.
- Can-do attitude with a determination to get the job done.
- A flexible approach, with a desire to learn and develop.

**What can we offer you in return for your talents?**

We offer a market competitive pay and benefits program as well as opportunities for advancement, knowledge and skills development, and recognition of achievements. In addition, we offer the following benefits to our employees:

- Generous Holiday & Vacation Program: 15 days per year (raising to 20 days after 5 years) plus National Holidays.
- Health Coverage: Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Plans and Health Insurance.
- Financial Incentives: Annual Salary Reviews, Discretionary Bonus, Referral Opportunities and Life Insurance.
- Retirement Planning: RRSP Scheme (Employer match up to 4%).
- Personal & Family Time: 1 day Paid Volunteering per year and Enhanced Parental Leave.
- Supportive work environment fostering teamwork, openness, and integrity.
- Opportunities for professional growth, training and career advancement.

**Ready to get started?**
- We are an equal-opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all qualified individuals. We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported._