Purchasing Coordinator

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A leader in agri-food processing, our company specializes in the production of apple and fruit purées. Located in the Haut-Saint-Laurent RCM, we rely on a team of more than 350 dedicated people who truly make a difference.

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• Group insurance
• Simplified Pension Plan (SPP)
• Sick leave
• Free products
• On-site daycare

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Position:
Purchasing Coordinator

The Purchasing Coordinator ensures the strategic management of company purchases by optimizing purchasing conditions, maintaining smooth communication with various departments, and closely monitoring supplier performance. Working in close collaboration with multiple internal departments, the coordinator applies the company’s procurement policy within their scope. Using ERP systems and Microsoft 365 tools, they plan and manage procurement activities, ensuring alignment with production schedules and raw material needs.

This role requires strong skills in negotiation, supplier relationship management, and process optimization to maintain optimal stock levels and ensure the quality of purchases.

Key Responsibilities

Cross-functional Communication and

Collaboration:

• Notify internal teams of new suppliers and create purchase requests for initial stock.
• Be regularly present on the production floor to gain a clear technical understanding of raw materials and their use in the production process.
• Collaborate closely with production, logistics, and sales teams to coordinate supply based on operational needs.
• Participate in cross-functional meetings to share procurement insights and explore new solutions.
• Work with engineering and quality departments to ensure raw materials meet compliance and quality standards.
• Partner with accounts payable and suppliers to maintain efficient billing and payment processes.

Supplier Management:

• Maintain strategic relationships with key suppliers and develop long-term partnerships.
• Evaluate and select new suppliers based on company needs.
• Keep product price lists and specifications up to date.
• Handle complaints and coordinate returns or claims with suppliers.

Procurement Management:

• Implement procurement strategies and manage orders to ensure continuous stock availability for operations.
• Place orders based on inventory analysis, demand forecasts, and production schedules, in compliance with SQF standards.
• Monitor deliveries and address non-compliance or delays.

Inventory Monitoring:

• Monitor inventory levels to ensure product availability while minimizing overstock.
• Conduct regular (physical and system-based) inventory checks to validate quantities and keep records accurate.
• Analyze stock movements to identify trends and improve inventory management.