Junior Buyer

Company Overview

Champ's Fresh Farms Inc. is the largest mushroom distributor in Western Canada, located in the Fraser Valley of British Columbia. As a leader in the mushroom marketing sector, we pride ourselves on our innovative distribution methods and commitment to quality control.

Summary

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Buyer to temporarily support our Procurement Department while our Junior Buyer is on medical leave. This is an excellent opportunity for a student or recent graduate in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic, multi-plant manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in day-to-day purchasing activities, including placing purchase orders and ensuring timely delivery.
• Support procurement strategies for categories such as packaging, PPE, and raw materials.
• Monitor supplier performance and help resolve delivery or quality issues.
• Analyze inventory and consumption data to support demand forecasting.
• Collaborate with internal departments to ensure procurement aligns with business needs.
• Help maintain accurate procurement documentation and support ERP system updates (Sage X3 will be added advantage).
• Participate in cost-saving initiatives and supply chain improvement projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field is preferred.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with procurement software is a plus.

This position is a 6-month contract term position with the possibility of another 6-month extension.

If you're ready to embark on an exciting career in the food industry and contribute to our success at Champ's Fresh Farms Inc., we invite you to apply today

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract

Contract length: 6 months

Pay: $21.00-$25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person