Purchasing & Supplier Management
- Purchase imported finished goods, raw materials, component parts, and sundry items as required.
- Prepare and issue purchase orders and obtain supplier confirmations.
- Monitor open purchase orders and expedite deliveries to meet inventory and production requirements.
- Coordinate delivery schedules with suppliers and consolidate shipments whenever practical.
- Source new products, services, and alternative suppliers to improve cost, quality, or service.
- Maintain approved supplier information and assist with supplier evaluations in accordance with ISO procedures.
- Issue Supplier Non-Conformance Reports and coordinate corrective actions, credits, or replacement product.
Import & Logistics Coordination
- Maintain the Import Order Tracking Log and monitor shipment status from purchase through receipt.
- Coordinate ocean, air, courier, and North American freight arrangements.
- Review and approve freight bookings with brokers and freight forwarders.
- Liaise with customs brokers to ensure timely customs clearance.
- Ensure Quality Control documentation is received and approved prior to shipment.
- Obtain freight quotations and document transportation costs.
- Maintain shipping documentation and support marine insurance reporting requirements.
- Monitor brokerage fee schedules and freight costs and identify cost-saving opportunities.
Inventory & ERP Administration
- Monitor inventory levels and assist in maintaining adequate inventory to support production and customer demand.
- Receive and process purchase receipts within Sage 300 (or ERP system).
- Process landed costs including freight, brokerage, duties, and handling charges.
- Update supplier costs, component information, and purchasing data within the ERP system.
- Review Bills of Material (BOMs) to ensure purchased components are accurate.
- Assist with manufacturing order administration, inventory counts, and cycle counts as required.
Cross-Functional Support
- Communicate supplier cost changes, shipment delays, and other supply chain issues to Customer Service, Sales, Production, and Management.
- Assist with KPI reporting and purchasing analytics.
- Support preparation of Certificates of Origin (CUSMA/USMCA) and other import/export documentation.
- Provide vacation coverage for Supply Chain personnel as required.
- Assist with continuous improvement initiatives within Purchasing and Supply Chain.
Compliance
- Follow ISO 9001 procedures and company purchasing policies.
- Maintain accurate purchasing, logistics, and supplier records.
- Participate in supplier audits, broker seminars, and ongoing professional development to remain current with import regulations and industry practices.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $65,000.00-$70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- RRSP match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care
Application question(s):
- List all the ERP & Manufacturing software you have experience with.
List your salary expectation.
Experience:
- Logistics: 3 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person
