Job Description

Are you the

Purchasing Specialist

we are looking for?

Purity life Health Products LP is Canada's most valued distributor of natural health products.


At Purity Life we believe natural health products make a difference in peoples' lives. Our vision is to be Canada's most valued natural health products distributor.




Our values are based on providing a safe workplace for our employees and conducting business based on

COMMIT

- collaboration,

operational excellence, mutual respect, making a difference, integrity and transparency

.


We have developed our industry through outstanding innovation and a commitment to operational excellence. Purity has a job opportunity for a

Purchasing Specialist,

responsible for effectively managing inventory processes across a diverse portfolio of Purity's distributed brands/vendors. Your high energy and drive will create a work environment focused on success and continuous process improvement.

Job Duties:

The core responsibilities of the Purchasing Specialist lie in fostering and maintaining positive relationships



with new and existing partners, both internal and external, through a variety of inventory management



practices.





Key traits and qualities required to be successful in these responsibilities are exemplified as:


Possessing clear and open methods of communication Showcasing a keen attention to detail and proactivity

Engaging in and contributing to team-based environments

Embracing, presenting, and celebrating new ideas




The daily tasks can include but are not limited to the following:


Work closely with a portfolio of vendor partners to coordinate inventory requirements for all of Purity Life's distribution centers

Maintain accurate stock levels that are in-line with department budgets and guaranteed dating requirements

Mitigate risk and exposure by managing the inventory reserve and stock rebalancing processes Provide accurate, proactive, and transparent communication across all internal departments on fill rate challenges, delayed shipments or any other activity that could impact the regular operations within Purity Life and its customer base Expedite inbound purchase orders and update the system with revised expected delivery dates Assist in coordinating delivery appointments with receiving departments and freight carriers when applicable Maintain vendor records and profiles within the vendor management system Some travel for trade show and team events may be required

Job Requirements:

Degree, diploma or certification a definite asset

Experience of using all MS Office tools and ability to adapt to new technology Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing Ability to prioritize and manage conflicting demands in a fast-paced and changing environment * High flexibility with strong interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse environment