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Client Information
Our client in the Manufacturing/Distribution industry is seeking an Import Procurement Manager for the GTA region.
Job Responsibilities
- Works with VP of Procurement on transfer of many working import vendor files.
- Negotiates with vendors to include, pricing, packaging, shipments, payment terms and all other applicable.
- Communicates in a timely manner with all overseas vendors and staff. This requires accessibility for e-mails and phone calls in the evening for same and next day dealings, where applicable.
- Responsible for managing documentation relating to invoices, packing slips, certificates of origin, bill of ladings, internal payment request.
- Liaise with employees aboard, including managing the payment schedule.
- Travels multiple times to current countries of business, as well as explore other potential lines of supply in other countries where applicable.
- Plan and prepare for vendor meetings on all trips, as well as report and file all information upon return.
- Work with Customs Brokers to make sure we are in compliance in all import dealings.
- Work with freight forwarders on pricing, planning, receiving, payment and keeping files on all imported goods.
- Responsible for updating monthly total imports for insurance purposes.
- Responsible for all future dealings and documentation pertaining to Canadian Underwriters Laboratories (CULC), Technical Safety Standards Association (TSSA), CSA International or IAPMO (CUPC) where applicable.
- Must work in conjunction with VP of Procurement and Purchasing Manager and staff in planning and forecasting demands and needs for ordering material.
- Work with other regions and divisions, where applicable, for helping consolidate or deal with their channel of import vendors.
- Liaise and work with the Sales Department and Marketing where applicable in regards to existing or new product lines.
- Cost comparisons for all pertinent incoming or negotiated goods.
- Budget annual expenses for import operations including all expenses, where applicable.
- Audit manufacturing, operations and processes at new manufacturers prior to placing orders and must check existing manufacturers at least once a year for review of processes and manufacturing. If required, work with a third party firm for product testing, where applicable.
- Other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements
- A minimum of 10 years experience in Procurement.
- Management experience preferred.
- International business experience is an asset.
- Must be able to travel 60 to 70 days annually, with this number increasing slightly.
- Strong relationship management skills.
- Must be well organized, be able to multitask, and work well under pressure.
- Strong planning and organizational skills.
- Outstanding interpersonal skills.
- Excellent presentation skills.
- Strong computer skills, (i.e. Excel, Word, and Outlook).
- Certified Professional Purchaser (C.P.P.) preferred.
Remuneration
$85,000 - $90,000 per annum.
Please apply by emailing your resume to dgliha@londongroup.ca
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