Buyer

Hunter Amenities International; Burlington; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global manufacturing company in Burlington is seeking a Buyer to join their purchasing team. This role involves preparing purchase orders, managing supply issues, and driving cost reduction initiatives. Ideal candidates have at least 5 years of purchasing experience in manufacturing with a focus on materials like soap noodles and palm oil. A competitive salary and benefits package is offered, along with opportunities for growth within the company.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Company-paid benefits include health and dental

Opportunities for skills development and training reimbursement

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong exposure to soap noodles, palm oil, or oleochemical products.
• Familiarity with sustainability standards is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and issue purchase orders for raw materials.
• Manage order confirmations and resolve supply issues.
• Drive supply base consolidation and support cross-functional teams.

Skills

Vendor relationship management

Contract negotiation

Analytical skills

Proactive problem-solving

Planning and organizational skills

Education

College diploma or university degree in Supply Chain, Business, Chemistry, or related field

Tools

ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle)

Job description

Buyer

Hunter Amenities is one of the world’s largest manufacturers of Guest Amenities with 40 years of experience in the global market. We are a highly entrepreneurial, professional, and driven organization that believes in teamwork, professional ethics, and outstanding service. Hunter is proud to be a Platinum level member of the “Best Managed Companies” program in Canada.

The Opportunity:

We’re looking for a self-motivated Buyer to join our purchasing team in Burlington.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepare and issue purchase orders for raw materials (commodities, soap noodle, specialties, extracts, oils, fragrances, actives and pigments) ensuring alignment with production requirements and market conditions.
• Manage order confirmations, expedite deliveries, and resolve supply issues to maintain uninterrupted production schedules.
• Proactively communicate vendor or material issues that may impact manufacturing timelines or delivery commitments.
• Drive supply base consolidation by identifying strategic sourcing opportunities and evaluating supplier performance.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to manage excess inventory and conduct end-of-program reviews for continuous improvement.
• Support Quality, R&D, Scheduling and Production teams during product development and change management processes, ensuring raw material compatibility and compliance.
• Assist the Project Management team to ensure timely sourcing and launch of new programs, including alternative material evaluations.
• Address vendor-related quality issues in collaboration with the Quality Department, ensuring corrective actions and long-term resolutions.
• Lead cost reduction initiatives through benchmarking, re-sourcing, and negotiation of pricing, terms, and conditions with suppliers.
• Provide support to the Director of Purchasing on strategic initiatives and reporting.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support departmental and organizational goals.

Qualifications & Experience

• College diploma or university degree in Supply Chain, Business, Chemistry, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment, with direct exposure to soap noodles, palm oil, or oleochemical products.
• Strong vendor relationship management skills, with experience in negotiating contracts and managing international suppliers.
• Well-developed communication and analytical skills (Excel), with the ability to interpret market trends and supplier data.
• High level of planning, organizational, and implementation skills, with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and conflicting deadlines in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• PMAC/APICS certification or active enrollment is an asset.
• Familiarity with sustainability standards (e.g., RSPO) and regulatory compliance related to palm oil sourcing is preferred.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and procurement tools.

We offer:

• A competitive compensation package.
• An excellent company-paid benefit package including health, dental, life, a matching group RRSP, skills development, and training reimbursement.
• The opportunity to be part of a fast-growing, dynamic, and successful global team. We believe in our people and our people believe in Hunter.

A Little Bit More About Us:

Hunter Amenities’ global headquarters is in Burlington, Ontario where we manufacture one of the richest portfolios of licensed amenity brands for our 5- and 6-star global hotels, boutique hotels, spas, cruise lines and retail clients. Hunter has built a broad retail portfolio, creating both private labels and branded beauty products of the highest quality. Learn more about our company and culture at www.hunteramenities.com.

Based on our profile and needs, we will only contact those candidates selected for interviews. Thanks for applying!

Hunter Amenities International Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. Hunter does not discriminate on the basis of race/religion/sex/national origin/veteran/disability/sexual orientation/gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by current law.

Hunter Amenities is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require accommodation for disability during any stage of the recruitment process, please notify Human Resources at 1-800-668-1483.