Job Description

The day to day:

Ensure uninterrupted production flow by maintaining consistent material availability through proactive purchasing and supplier coordination. Issue and manage purchase orders in alignment with MRP requirements, expediting shipments when necessary to meet production schedules. Analyze MRP reports to review quantities, lead times, and delivery requirements for all raw materials and packaging items. Execute and maintain purchasing documentation, including import/export forms, shipping records, and purchase order files, ensuring compliance with company and regulatory standards. Support ERP (IFS) system efficiency by participating in system upgrades, creating and maintaining part numbers, and ensuring accurate pricing, specifications, and supplier data. Monitor ingredient shelf life to minimize waste and prevent material write-offs through timely replenishment and rotation strategies. Perform daily system checks for open POs, potential shortages, and late deliveries, taking corrective actions to avoid production delays. Collaborate with Logistics and Planning teams to coordinate freight arrangements, track shipments, and develop contingency plans to secure on-time delivery.

Supporting the Businesses in making better decisions by:

Providing data-driven recommendations to Schedulers regarding purchase quantities, potential material shortages, and optimal ordering timelines. Ensuring the ERP system (IFS) is continuously updated with accurate and current information, including confirmed and revised delivery dates. Proactively communicating with Schedulers about supplier lead time constraints, shipment delays, or any risks that may impact planned production runs.

Effectively manage the cost of materials purchased by:

Collaborating with the Procurement Specialist to review current and forecasted material demand prior to contract negotiations or renewals. Resolving price discrepancies and ensuring invoices are reviewed and approved accurately and in a timely manner. Maintaining up-to-date ingredient and packaging pricing in the ERP system whenever vendors release new price lists or changes occur. Processing non-conformance claims for defective or non-compliant materials and securing credit or compensation from suppliers as appropriate Reconciling inventory levels and ensuring minimum stock requirements are maintained at co-manufacturing facilities.

Preferred background:

Post-Secondary education in the field of Purchasing or Supply Chain management. An equivalent combination of education and experience will also be considered. Excellent Excel knowledge, Power-point and Word experience. Experience within a purchasing environment and or CPG experience

Notes:

This opportunity will offer a base salary between $65,000 - $77,000 with a 10% bonus * We are three days a week (Monday, Tuesday & Thursday) in Richmond BC