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Purchasing Specialist

Cookstown, Ontario

70-75K Salary with Benefits, RRSP and room for advancement

Responsibilities

Oversee the procurement of raw materials, components, and services required to support manufacturing operations.
Identify qualified suppliers, obtain competitive quotations, and evaluate vendors based on quality, pricing, delivery, and overall performance.
Build and maintain strong supplier partnerships while negotiating favorable commercial agreements.
Plan purchasing activities by analyzing production schedules, inventory levels, and demand forecasts.
Prepare and manage purchase orders, ensuring timely delivery of materials to meet production deadlines.
Monitor inventory levels to help prevent shortages while minimizing excess stock.
Work closely with Production, Planning, and Warehouse teams to resolve supply issues and maintain workflow.
Track supplier performance and implement corrective actions when quality, cost, or delivery expectations are not met.
Maintain accurate purchasing, inventory, and supplier information within the company's ERP system.
Assist in developing purchasing strategies and inventory control initiatives that improve efficiency and reduce costs.
Respond proactively to supply chain challenges, expediting orders and identifying alternative sourcing solutions when necessary.
Support process improvement projects and contribute to ongoing operational excellence initiatives.
Complete additional purchasing or supply chain responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

At least 3 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, materials management, or supply chain within a manufacturing environment.
Knowledge and experience in steel/aluminum markets/pricing
Hands on experience using ERP, MRP, or inventory management software.
Strong ability to analyze inventory trends, demand planning, and purchasing requirements.
Demonstrated success negotiating with suppliers and managing vendor relationships.
Advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Office, with strong Excel skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across multiple departments.
Highly organized with the ability to prioritize competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Strong numerical aptitude with experience evaluating costs, pricing, and purchasing data.
Post-secondary education in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related discipline is preferred. Professional purchasing or supply chain designations are considered an asset.

Pay: $70,000.00-$75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Work Location: In person