Buyer/Planner

We are currently looking for a Buyer/Planner for our Countryside Farms plant in Steinbach.

Founded over 30 years ago, Countryside Farms has established a strong supply base for eggs sourced from Manitoba producers. Through our commitment to high-quality products and exceptional service, we've built solid partnerships with both retailers and food service distributors. These relationships have positioned us as a leading player in Manitoba and throughout Western Canada.

As a proud member of Nutri Group, we are dedicated to delivering products that meet the highest standards of quality for today’s discerning customers and consumers.

What you can expect at Nutri Group :

• An organization in transformation that values the agility, innovation, creativity and proactivity of its teams
• An entrepreneurial and dynamic work environment, with a friendly and respectful climate that fosters the balance and well-being of its employees

The advantages of being part of the Nutri team :

• Competitive remuneration with progressive salary scales
• Flexible working hours to maintain work-life balance, with flexible leave from the first year
• Comprehensive benefits, including group insurance for you and your family
• Short-term incentive plan (individual and corporate performance bonus) and personal RRSP
• Employee assistance program and telemedicine

To successfully fulfill your role within the organization :

Under the supervision of the Director of Operations, the Buyer/Planner has primary responsibility for purchasing supplies and packaging, negotiating with vendors, and working with our partners to identify opportunities for consolidating spend. Secondary function includes customer service and support.

Key Responsibilities :

• Communicate regularly with the Director of Operations, Materials Manager, and supervisors of other departments, as well as with the sales and customer service department to ensure good flow of information
• Identify opportunities to achieve savings via consolidating spend with other business units and partners
• Monitor inventory leves and project min / max requirements
• Work within the SAP environment for all transactions
• Create purchase orders, and verify the accuracy of shipment documents
• Negotiate inbound and outbound freight rates
• Identify and actively collaborate in the development of continuous improvement opportunities in inventory management and cost optimization
• Place packaging orders and follow up with suppliers
• Analyze and process packaging purchase orders in the MRP system
• Ensure rapid and efficient management of potential shortage problems
• Manage inventory levels based on set objectives and related costs
• Participate in the calculation and payment of all input costs
• Optimize inter-warehouse transactions in terms of costs and inventory levels
• Participate in transaction automation processes
• Assume any other responsibility compatible with his/her role, and which is assigned to him/her by his/her immediate superior

You are the ideal candidate if you have the following qualifications :

• Minimum two (2) years post-secondary education in a relevant field
• Minimum five (5) years of experience in supply chain, production planning, and inventory management
• Experience in the food industry (an asset)
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English (French proficiency is a significant asset)
• Proficiency in SAP (an asset)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365

You are the ideal candidate if you have the following professional qualifications :

• Strong decision-making, problem-solving, and prioritization skills
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment
• Skilled negotiator with a focus on innovative problem-solving
• Highly autonomous and self-driven
• Team-oriented and adaptable
• Dedicated to providing excellent customer service
• Creative and innovative mindset