Buyer, Supply Chain​/Logistics

Ensure materials are available to support production by:

• Reviewing MRP requirements and issuing purchase orders to meet production schedules.
• Monitoring inventory levels, supplier performance, lead times, and material availability to minimize supply disruptions.
• Identifying and resolving potential shortages, late deliveries, and other supply risks with a strong sense of urgency.
• Reviewing purchasing, inventory, and forecasting data to support proactive decision‑making.
• Partnering with Planning, Logistics, Warehouse, Finance, and fellow Buyers to resolve supply challenges and maintain efficient operations.
• Maintaining accurate purchasing documentation, supplier records, pricing, and material data within the ERP system (IFS).
• Monitoring ingredient shelf life and inventory levels to reduce waste and prevent write‑offs.
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives, ERP enhancements, and purchasing best practices.

• Providing purchasing recommendations and inventory insights to support production planning.
• Maintaining accurate supplier, pricing, and delivery information within IFS.
• Communicating supplier constraints, shipment delays, and potential production risks to internal stakeholders in a timely manner.

• Supporting Procurement with demand planning ahead of supplier negotiations and contract renewals.
• Resolving pricing discrepancies and ensuring invoices are processed accurately and on time.
• Managing supplier non‑conformance claims and securing credits when appropriate.
• Monitoring inventory levels at co‑manufacturing facilities to maintain minimum stock requirements.

• Post‑secondary education in Purchasing, Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in purchasing or supply chain within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret purchasing, inventory, and forecasting data.
• Advanced Excel skills; experience with ERP systems (IFS) and Power BI is considered an asset.
• Salary: $65,000-$75,000 annually, based on experience.
• Annual Bonus:
  Eligible for a 10% performance‑based bonus.
• Work Environment:
  Hybrid role based at our Richmond Head Office. Beginning in September, our corporate teams will work four days per week in the office.