Role: IT Purchasing Manager

Location:Based in Montreal

Job Responsibilities

1. Responsible for end-to-end sourcing in IT & General Service categories, with a main focus in IT;

2. Manage the overseas end-to-end procurement process, including demand management? bidding / negotiation, sourcing strategy development etc;

3. Develop local market suppliers and manage the supplier relationships, enrich the current supplier pool;

4. Manage local studio key stakeholders, served as Purchasing Business Partner to cover the new studios in North America & Europe; Linked local stakeholders’ needs with other Procurement categories’ owners, make sure local needs are fully captured and served.

5. Make and implement procurement management strategies, deliver efficient service to stakeholders.

Job Requirements

1. More than 5 years’ procurement experience and minimum 2 years’ IT purchasing experience, with the capability of developing local supplier pools.

2. Proficient in both French and English. As a working language, it can reach the native speaker level.

3. Result-oriented, confident, optimistic and cheerful, with strong pressure resistance;

4. Working experience in Multinational company is highly preferred;

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $100,000.00-$120,000.00 per year

COVID-19 considerations:
During the pandemic, more people will work from home.

Experience:

• purchasing: 5 years (required)
• IT purchasing: 2 years (required)

Language:

• English (required)
• French (preferred)

The Company

Ayeon Enterprises Inc. is a well-renowned wholesaler that has continually featured a variety of high-quality and affordable products since day one.

Our passion for excellence has driven us from the beginning and continues to drive us into the future. The team at Ayeon Enterprises Inc. knows that every product count and strives to make the entire shopping experience as rewarding as possible.

The Job

Ayeon is seeking a dynamic, quantitative, detail-oriented, and an experienced Manager of Purchasing to lead our purchasing functions throughout Canada.

Duties of the Purchasing Manager include:

• Responsible for the daily purchasing of accessory and restaurant supplies, including paper, plastic, and compostable products
• Devises and implements purchasing strategies and improves existing purchasing procedures
• Provides purchasing planning and predicts the availability and price by collecting, analyzing marketing data and trends
• Negotiates with vendors for optimal price and negotiates contracts and policies with suppliers
• Seeks and partners with reliable vendors and maintains good rapport with them
• Monitors the quality of purchasing items
• Controls purchasing budget and devises cost saving budgeting plans
• Verifies and keeps records of all orders, payments, and received stock
• Coordinates with logistics companies to schedule and track each delivery, ensuring timely and smooth delivery
• Deals with complaints from vendors and solves all the possible problems during purchasing

Requirements for the role:

• Ÿ A university degree in business administration, commerce, or economics
• Ÿ A minimum of 5 years of related work experience
• Ÿ In depth understanding of purchasing and management principles

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $30.00 per hour

Additional pay:

• Overtime pay

Benefits:

• Extended health care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

COVID-19 considerations:
Common workplaces are sanitized regularly, all staff are required to wear a mask

Experience:

• purchasing: 5 years deadline: 2022-07-15

About Us

IBC Technologies Inc. is a leading manufacturer of high-efficiency boilers and water heaters for residential and commercial use in North America and a proud member of the Rheem Manufacturing Company family of brands. For over 25 years, IBC has been at the forefront of innovation in the heating industry.

Here at IBC, we operate on the basis of accountability, integrity, quality, openness, and teamwork. The strength of these values is apparent in our team members, who strive to live them every day. It is this culture that has allowed us to exceed customer expectations, outperform our competitors, build strong relationships and above all, have fun doing it with a lot of great people!

Position Title

Purchasing Manager

Position Summary

The Purchasing Manager will be responsible for leading IBC’s supply planning, vendor management, cost reduction and logistics management programs.

Location: Burnaby, BC

Essential Functions

• Provide coaching and leadership to the Purchasing Team.
• Plan and budget parts requirements for seasonal products, new product introduction, and component transition.
• Manage the production MRP (material requirement planning) review process and collaborate with suppliers on shipment quantity.
• Manage supplier relations, source suppliers and parts and negotiate rates with new suppliers.
• Maintain negotiated contracts and manage inventory accuracy, levels and turns, to ensure budgeted service levels and financial targets are met.
• Manage non-conformance claims and conduct annual supplier reviews.
• Lead IBC’s waste reduction, alternative parts and alternative suppliers initiatives.
• Manage the inbound shipping schedule and loss claims.
• Continuously improve purchasing strategies and processes.
• Lead the Purchasing Team in inventory, receiving, and invoice reconciliation efforts.

Qualifications

Education and Designation:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Commerce or a related field is required, preferably with concentration in Supply Chain Management.
• Possessing SCMP designation is an asset.
• Possessing CPIM and CSCP certifications is an asset.

Work Experience:

• Prior experience as a purchasing lead or a senior purchaser is required.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Deep practical knowledge of inventory and supply chain management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and purchasing software.
• Working proficiency with Oracle is an asset.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong critical thinking and negotiation skills.
• Strong planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• RRSP match
• Vision to Friday

Job Posting: Purchasing Manager - Food Production

We are currently seeking a highly skilled and experienced Purchasing Manager to join Sweets from the Earth. As the Purchasing Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of our procurement activities related to food production. This is a key leadership role that plays a critical part in ensuring the efficient and cost-effective sourcing of ingredients, supplies, and equipment needed for our production processes.

Responsibilities:

· Develop and implement strategic procurement plans specific to food production requirements.

· Source ingredients according to specifications provided by the R&D team and in accordance with budgetary requirements.

· Identify, evaluate, and establish relationships with suppliers, vendors, and manufacturers of food ingredients, and packaging materials.

· Negotiate favorable terms and conditions, including pricing, delivery schedules, and quality standards.

· Optimize costs through effective negotiation, volume discounts, and strategic sourcing practices.

· Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align procurement strategies with production schedules and demand forecasts.

· Oversee inventory levels and control stock replenishment processes to prevent stockouts and minimize wastage.

· Manage cycle counts and ensure accuracy of data in ERP.

· Ensure supplier compliance with quality and safety standards, by keeping supplier documents up to date and ensuring QA department has access to all required certificates.

· Monitor market trends, conduct market research, and evaluate potential new suppliers.

· Manage contracts and supply agreements, ensuring compliance and resolving any disputes.

· Identify and mitigate risks associated with the food supply chain, developing contingency plans and alternative sourcing strategies.

· Lead and mentor a team of procurement professionals, providing guidance, training, and performance feedback.

Requirements:

· 7+ years of proven work experience as a Purchasing Manager or in a similar procurement role within the food production industry.

· In-depth knowledge of food sourcing, supplier management, and industry-specific regulations (e.g., HC, FDA, CFIA).

· Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.

· Familiarity with food safety and quality assurance standards (e.g., HACCP, GMP).

· Proficiency in procurement software and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.

· Analytical mindset with the ability to make data-driven decisions.

· Demonstrated leadership abilities and experience in managing a team.

· Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• North York, ON M3J 2N7: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

• Secondary School (preferred)

Experience:

• purchasing: 2 years Location: In person

CSR Cosmetics is a local manufacturer of personal care and cosmetic products in business for over 68 years. We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced, driven Purchasing Manager with experience in a progressive manufacturing industry.

As a rapidly growing organization, we are seeking for a dynamic Purchasing Manager with a strong background in leadership, purchasing and negotiations in the CPG industry preferably personal care to lead a team of Buyers and improve and expand upon current processes.

General Description: This position leads the Purchasing/Procurement Team and oversees department activities to ensure materials and related supplies are purchased at the most economical cost and within the expected time frames to support the requirements of production and sales.

• Lead a team of Buyers to ensure a sustainable, cost effective supply chain for production
• Liaise with cross functional teams such as R&D, Production, Engineering and Customer Service to ensure supplies are available to meet production requirements on time
• Collaborate with Purchasing team to reduce costs while maintaining operational flow
• Support innovation and product development teams with projects as required
• Review cost/supply analyses with Management to forecast and propose ordering plans
• Monitor inventory levels and expenditures
• Initiate ongoing cost-cutting and efficiency improvement initiatives.
• Develop and maintain strong, positive relationships with Vendor
• Manage escalated Vendor performance issues
• Prepare and present regular reports as required by Management
• Develop strong product knowledge together with Purchasing team to better facilitate day-to-day procurement needs with vendors
• Provide training, coaching and mentoring to team members. Drive a culture of creativity, innovation and continuous learning
• Ensure that all direct reports are familiar with, trained on, and follow all quality system procedures related to their job
• Develop and maintain a cohesive team facilitating continuous improvement
• Selects, develops and evaluates personnel to ensure the efficiency of team

Qualifications

Education

• Completion of Post-secondary education
• PMAC or equivalent Designation preferred

Experience

• A minimum of 10 years in a purchasing/procurement leadership role within the CPG manufacturing industry
• 10+ years’ experience managing/leading a team

Skills/Knowledge

• Strong understanding of purchasing/procurement fundamentals and processes
• Excellent negotiation skills to effectively negotiate with terms/price with Suppliers
• Drive a solutions-oriented and entrepreneurial mindset within a team
• Strong time management skills with a sense of urgency to ensure deadlines are met
• Highly organized and detail oriented
• Highly energetic and assertive with strong leadership skills
• Approachable with a positive attitude
• Advanced MS Office skills (Excel)
• Excellent, interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills

If you are contacted for an interview and require any accommodation, please notify us in advance of your requirements.

We thank all applicants, however only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Additional pay:

• Bonus pay

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Vision care

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Barrie, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Experience:

• Purchasing: 10 years (preferred)
• Leadership: 5 years Purchasing Manager (preferred)

Job Description for Purchasing Manager



Company Overview: Del Metals, a leading mid-sized steel service center, distributes a wide range of carbon, stainless, and aluminum products. Reporting to the Vice-President of Sales, we are seeking a Purchasing Manager to streamline our procurement processes and maintain operational efficiency and effectiveness.

Job Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute a purchasing strategy that ensures timely procurement and optimal inventory levels and provides months on hand analysis for all product lines.
• Manage the purchasing process from drafting, reviewing, and approving purchase orders to confirming receipt of goods.
• Negotiate prices and terms with suppliers to ensure cost-effective purchasing decisions.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing suppliers while scouting for and onboarding new ones.
• Coordinate with warehouse and sales departments to manage inventory levels and meet company requirements.
• Oversee the receipt of purchased products and ensure compliance with all received specifications.
• Handle discrepancies and quality issues with suppliers.
• Stay updated on market trends to harness efficiency and cost savings.
• Implement and manage purchasing systems and software to streamline operations.

Qualifications:

Skills & Abilities:

• Strong organizational and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in using procurement software and databases and other computer technology.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to effectively manage time and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.

Experience:

*Education & Experience:

• Post-secondary degree/diploma in Business Administration or related field 2-5 years relevant experience
• Professional Designation or Certification in Supply Chain Management as an asset
• At least 2-3 years of experience in purchasing or procurement, preferably in the steel industry or related fields.
• Extensive experience in writing and managing purchase orders.
• Strong track record in vendor management and contract negotiation.

Desired skills and or experience:



· Sales experience preferred.

· Experience in the steel distribution business, or metal manufacturing industries or related fields.



Compensation & Benefits:

• The salary for this position ranges from $80,000 to $120,000.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Profit Sharing
• Dental Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Complementary Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• On-site Parking
• Business casual Outfit Policy

Working Hours:

· Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM with a one-hour lunch break. This position is based on-site.

• 7653 Bramalea Rd, Brampton, ON L6T 5V3

Join our team and contribute to our continued success and operational excellence.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $80,000.00-$120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company events
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Profit sharing
• Vision care
• Wellness program

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Experience:

• Canadian purchasing or procurement: 2 years (required)
• Brampton, ON L6T 5V3 (required)

Work In person

A Little BIT ABOUT US

Canadian Maritime Engineering Ltd. (CME). and its predecessor companies in The Russell Group have been operating for more than 30+ years. CME is a multi-faceted organization that services all marine and industrial companies including machining, mechanical, welding, fabrication and specialty coatings. CME’s strength lies in our work force of highly trained, experienced and knowledgeable employees who are capable of providing custom mechanical engineering and advanced industrial solutions to meet your specific needs. We are a well-known Canadian leader with a reliable team able to skillfully execute a wide range of projects in industries such as: Marine, Oil and Gas, Power Generation, and National Defense.

We’re looking for people who are committed to producing great work and enjoying themselves while doing it. We’re looking for people with ideas and energy who want to make an impact. We’re looking for people who will see the limitless opportunities for professional and personal development and seize them.

Purchasing Agent Responsibilities:

• Obtains requirements by verifying, preparing, and forwarding purchase orders; verifies receipt of items; authorizes payment.
• Researching and comparing suppliers, goods, and services.
• Selecting the most suitable suppliers in terms of reliability, product quality, and cost-efficiency.
• Monitoring inventory levels and determining purchase needs.
• Requesting cost proposals and negotiating contracts and prices.
• Preparing and processing purchase orders.
• Maintaining records of all transactions, purchase orders, receipts, and payments.
• Scheduling and verifying purchase deliveries.
• Building and maintaining positive, long-term supplier relations.

To be successful as a Purchasing Agent you should be able to critically assess suppliers, products, and services, and negotiate the best possible deals. Ultimately, an outstanding Purchasing Agent has a keen sense of business and maintains meticulous transaction records.

Purchasing Agent Requirements:

• Minimum 4 years of previous experience as a Purchasing Agent or in a similar position.
• Must be proficient in Sage300 and Microsoft Office programs (Excel, Outlook, Word). Experience with Sage is mandatory.
• Familiar with standard procurement concepts, best practices and techniques.
• Good understanding of all logistic method and import/customs procedures.
• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.
• Strong organization and documentation skills.
• Able to build and maintain lasting relationships with other departments, key business partners and other third parties as required.
• Strong work ethic and a positive team player.
• Strong problem identification and resolution skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills; able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Sound analytical thinking, planning, prioritization and execution skills

Job Duties:

• Responsible for procurement and purchasing activities on assigned projects/vendors.
• Prepares, reviews and issues purchase orders.
• Proactively communicate with Project Managers and department heads to ensure good project communication.
• Maintains manual or computerized procurement records.
• Liaises with Quality Control to report defective or unacceptable goods or services.
• Ensures that all contract procedures are followed and executed in a professional manner.
• Maintains records of business transactions and product inventories, reporting data to companies or government agencies as necessary.
• Proactively follow up with Sales and/or Project Management to confirm purchasing requirements, ensuring timely purchase of goods to meet customer demands.
• Be available outside of core business hours (remotely) to field urgent purchasing concerns.
• ERP experience preferred.
• Inventory Control
• Other duties as assigned such as CSO for the company

*Due to Federal Government projects, the selected applicant must have proof of full COVID-19 vaccination*

Compensation to be competitive and will vary based on experience.

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $30.00-$40.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Location: In person

The Position

This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading-edge company. As a key contributing member of the leadership group, you will drive our purchasing and inventory management strategies and policies. Reporting to the Vice President, Operations you will work closely with the Production Control, Production, and Engineering Managers to manage our manufacturing operations and ensure on time delivery of quality products through efficient materials management practices. SAP Business One is the ERP system at the heart of our operations providing timely and effective MRP signals to the purchasing and planning teams.

Responsibilities

• Source, recommend, and qualify new and alternate suppliers.
• Develop and manage effective relationships with suppliers to meet cost, quality and delivery targets.
• Negotiate vendor agreements, favorable payment terms, Incoterms, pricing and lead-time reductions.
• Improve supply chain performance through implementing supplier managed inventory programs (consignment), just-in-time deliveries and safety stock.
• Manage KPI to measure, control and benchmark procurement processes including creation of recurring metrics reports to drive improvements for the Operations network.
• Ensure the accuracy of inventory records, including electronic depletion/replenishment, appropriate cycle counting methods and the annual physical inventory process.
• Collaborate with Business Development, Engineering, Finance and Manufacturing to identify and analyze inventory needs based on customer demand and sales trends to ensure optimum stock levels and turnover goals.
• Develop policies, procedures, systems, and programs to meet business objectives and drive continuous improvement.
• Develop and manage systems to evaluate, monitor and report supplier scorecard performance.
• Organize the efficient operation of in-bound freight and appropriate documentation.
• Direct and maintain an effective department through the selection, development, and performance management of personnel.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Diploma or bachelor’s degree in related field (Business, Engineering, Purchasing).
• SCMP, CPP or PMAC designation an asset.
• 5+ years of experience in a Materials, Purchasing or Supply Chain Management role.
• Experience in a contract/made-to-order manufacturing environment.
• Superior knowledge of materials management and lean manufacturing practices.
• Experience using a fully integrated ERP system - preferably SAP Business One
• Self-starter with strong organizational and communication skills
• Value attention to detail, with a hands-on, team player approach
• Familiarity with ISO 9001.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.

About Melitron

Melitron is a leading designer, manufacturer and contract manufacturing services provider of durable metal enclosures and electro-mechanical systems for electronics and electrical products with a focus on smart design, superior quality and exceptional service. The Company also offers a Melitron-branded, fully customizable line of indoor and outdoor digital signage and kiosk solutions, including outdoor digital menu boards, featuring leading electronics brands. The Company’s contract manufacturing services take projects and new product introductions from concept to design and prototyping through to production manufacturing, finishing, electro-mechanical systems integration, delivery and installation. The Company’s world class facilities feature the most advanced technologies in manufacturing, robotics and automation, and are certified to meet the stringent standards of regulatory requirements across industries. Established in 1995, Melitron Corporation is a privately held Canadian company located in Guelph, Ontario, which is situated along the corridor between Toronto and Waterloo Region in Southwestern Ontario, Canada’s most populous region. For more information, visit [website]

We thank you for your interest in working for Melitron. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Melitron is an equal employment opportunity employer. If you require a specific accommodation, please let us know when selected to take part in our recruitment process.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Experience:

• purchasing: 5 years (required)

Work Location: In person


Application deadline: start date: 2024-06-24

Procurement / Purchasing Manager

Kemflo Canada Inc, Richmond Hill ON Canadian Owned and Operated, established in 1988, has a solid reputation for the design and manufacturing of quality injection molded products.

We are looking for an enthusiastic Procurement /Purchasing Manager to join our manufacturing operation. You thrive on finding the best products and service every time. You are meticulous detailed, organized, and persistent in getting what you want. You operate with a sense of urgency but understands the need for tact while interacting with vendors.

You have a strong background in purchasing, procurement and supply chain management, you take a proactive approach in reviewing current systems and procedures, in order to make recommendations for continuous improvements

If you see yourself in this role, we need to talk

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage complete supply chain of products, inventory, replenishment planning, and purchase order management.
• Monitors inventory levels very closely and resolves any issues that may become apparent.
• Create and provide reports on inventory, POs, turns and aged inventory on a regular basis
• Continuously looking for efficiencies and better ways of doing things. Proactive approach
• Foster close working relationships with associated departments, sales, marketing, finance, and Production to ensure awareness of product flows.
• Negotiate with suppliers and contractors on price, contract terms, conditions, and supplier consignment
• Lead supplier negotiations regarding current production requirements
• Review open material requirements, monitor vendor performance, and expedite when necessary.
• Ensure problems related to delivery, quality, or pricing are promptly conveyed to the supplier and resolved in a timely manner.
• Lead supplier negotiations regarding post-production (service) support
• Develop supplier protocols, supplier selection, and procurement processes
• Assist with Supply Chain cost recovery (result of poor quality and/or delivery)
• Development and analysis of Key Performance Indicators on a monthly basis to determine where continuous improvements can be achieved
• Other duties include purchase order creation, order tracking and commercial dispute resolution

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Bachelors in Business, Supply Chain Management, or other related degree
• Must have 3 to 5 years purchasing experience ideally in the manufacturing
• Solid data analysis, inventory management and problem resolution skills,
• Strong analytical based thinking
• Team oriented, self-starter working toward bettering the internal process for all
• Strong understanding of inventory management principles
• Effective ability to streamline shipments to reduce shipping cost and overhead for the company
• Knowledge of logistics (domestic and international)
• High attention to detail, solid planning, and scheduling skills
• Ability to learn new systems quickly and effectively
• Knowledge and experience working with international vendors
• Excellent communication skill at all levels of the organization
• MS Office including Word, Outlook, advanced Excel Skills
• Versatile, tenacious and people orientated
• Highly self-motivated and directed

Kemflo Canada supports a full vaccination policy. All employees are expected to be vaccinated as a condition of employment.

Must legally be able to work in Canada. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. All Recruiting done in house

Kemflo Canada is an equal opportunity employer we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability or national origin. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

Kemflo Canadai*s committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities throughout the recruitment process and, upon request, will work with qualified job applicants to provide suitable accommodation in a manner that considers the applicant’s accessibility needs due to disability.

Accommodation requests are available to candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process for Kemflo Canada jobs. To request accommodation, please contact HR.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: From $65,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

• Bonus pay

Benefits:

• Company events
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Richmond Hill, ON L4C 4Y9: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Experience:

• purchasing: 3 years (preferred)
• Procurement: 3 years (preferred)
• Inventory management: 3 years (preferred)
• Procurement for a Manufacturing environment: 5 years (preferred)
• Raw Material Procurement: 5 years Procurement: 5 years (preferred)