Purchasing Manager

4 days ago


Etobicoke Ontario, Canada Citus HR Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

Temporary Purchasing Manager (12-Month Contract)

Department:
Procurement / Supply Chain

Division:
Reflective Products Division

Location:
Toronto, ON

Duration:
12 months (Temporary Backfill)

Position Summary

We are seeking a results-driven
Purchasing Manager
to temporarily lead the procurement function for the Reflective Products Division for a one-year term. This role ensures continuity of supply, supports ongoing sourcing projects, and sustains key supplier relationships while maintaining a strong focus on cost optimization, quality, and operational efficiency.

The ideal candidate will have experience in manufacturing procurement and will continue driving initiatives related to supplier qualification, material trials, and workflow standardization across the division.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement & Operations

  • Manage day-to-day purchasing activities for raw materials, films, foils, adhesives, and packaging components.
  • Maintain accurate ERP/MRP data, including safety stocks, lead times, and reorder points to ensure uninterrupted supply.
  • Review and approve purchase orders, ensuring alignment with production requirements and inventory targets.
  • Coordinate with Planning, Operations, and Finance teams to balance cost, delivery, and efficiency objectives.

Supplier Management

  • Oversee supplier performance, ensuring quality, pricing consistency, and on-time delivery.
  • Support supplier consolidation and strategic sourcing initiatives across related product divisions.
  • Work with suppliers to qualify new materials (e.g., woven, METPET, aluminum foil) and develop alternate sourcing options.
  • Collaborate on ongoing trials and supplier evaluations, maintaining accurate documentation and communication with all stakeholders.

Cost & Strategy

  • Monitor market trends, metal (foil) pricing, and LME fluctuations to anticipate cost impacts.
  • Support cost analysis and price benchmarking for major raw materials.
  • Drive value improvement initiatives and identify cost-saving opportunities through negotiation and process optimization.

Workflow & Compliance

  • Maintain standardized procurement workflows, documentation, and reporting processes.
  • Ensure all purchasing activities comply with company policies and ethical sourcing standards.
  • Provide regular updates on key metrics (e.g., cost savings, supplier performance, supply risk) to management.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • Minimum 5 years of progressive purchasing or procurement experience, preferably in manufacturing or packaging.
  • Strong knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and purchasing analytics (Excel proficiency required).
  • Demonstrated experience managing suppliers for films, foils, and adhesives.
  • Proven negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to build relationships across internal and external teams.

Key Competencies

  • Strategic sourcing and supplier collaboration
  • Cost analysis and market awareness
  • Cross-functional teamwork and communication
  • Continuous improvement mindset
  • Detail-oriented and organized approach

We are an equal opportunity employer
committed to inclusive hiring in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code.


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