Join a leading company in the field of high-quality jars, bottles, and packaging components. We pride ourselves on delivering excellence in product innovation, service, and sustainability. Our commitment to fostering a collaborative and dynamic environment has earned us a reputation for outstanding company culture. If you’re a skilled procurement professional looking for a company that values work-life balance, career development, and team spirit, this is the place for you.
As the Procurement Manager, you will play a critical role in managing procurement processes across both direct and indirect categories. You will work closely with internal teams, suppliers, and vendors to ensure the organization’s procurement needs are met efficiently and cost-effectively. You will be responsible for developing and executing procurement strategies that align with our organizational goals, and lead a team of buyers in optimizing procurement performance.
Tasks
Identify Procurement Needs: Assess and understand the procurement needs across the organization for raw materials, goods, and services.
Direct Procurement Management: Oversee purchasing of raw materials and resources for the production of goods.
Indirect Procurement: Manage the procurement of goods, services, supplies, and materials for daily operations.
RFQ Management: Develop and manage RFQs, as well as oversee competitive bidding cycles.
Budget and Strategy Management: Lead procurement budgeting, develop strategies, and manage payment processes.
Cost-effective Procurement: Design and implement procurement policies and strategies that drive cost reductions while ensuring quality.
Procure-to-Pay Process: Manage the entire procure-to-pay process, including requisitioning, purchasing, receiving, invoicing, and payments.
Supplier Evaluation: Source and evaluate potential suppliers to ensure competitive pricing and quality standards.
Contract Negotiation: Negotiate contracts with vendors to secure favorable terms and conditions.
Supplier Relationship Management: Foster strong relationships with suppliers and handle any disputes.
Performance Monitoring: Monitor supplier performance to ensure goods and services are delivered on time and meet quality standards.
Forecasting: Predict future demand for goods and services and plan purchases accordingly.
Collaboration with Internal Departments: Work cross-functionally with other teams to meet organizational procurement requirements.
Purchase Approval: Review and approve purchase requests and orders.
Cost Reduction: Track key procurement metrics and KPIs to identify cost-saving opportunities.
Advantages
Permanent position with long-term career growth opportunities.
Great company culture that promotes teamwork and work-life balance.
Summer schedule with reduced hours—enjoy more free time during the warmer months.
Flexible work schedule to accommodate personal needs.
Work from home options available for greater convenience.
Generous RRSP contribution to help secure your financial future.
5 personal days per year to use as needed.
Comprehensive insurance package for peace of mind.
Job requirements
5+ years of experience in a similar procurement role, preferably in a manufacturing or supply chain environment.
Knowledge of JD Edwards is a plus.
Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Desired profile
Strong negotiation skills and the ability to build lasting vendor relationships.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with internal teams and suppliers.
Strong analytical abilities to assess procurement data, identify opportunities, and optimize processes.
Ability to lead a team, providing coaching, development, and motivation.
Attention to detail and an ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.