Strategic Procurement Category Specialist (6 months contract)

KHS; Coquitlam; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in nutritional supplements is seeking a Strategic Procurement Category Specialist for a 6-month contract. This dynamic role focuses on ensuring a seamless supply of production materials while fostering sustainability. You will leverage your negotiation skills to optimize costs, manage vendor relationships, and collaborate with teams to meet production schedules. The position offers opportunities for process improvement and personal growth in a supportive team culture. If you're passionate about making a positive impact in the supply chain, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Dynamic role in manufacturing

Collaboration with global vendors

Opportunities for process improvements

Supportive team culture

Potential travel opportunities

Qualifications

• 3+ years of purchasing experience in manufacturing.
• Experience with ERP systems and strong MRP knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Optimize costs and manage vendors to ensure supply continuity.
• Collaborate with teams to meet production schedules and resolve issues.

Skills

Negotiation Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Team-Oriented Mindset

Continuous Improvement Focus

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Bachelor’s degree in business/operations management

Tools

ERP systems (e.g., SYSPRO)

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Strategic Procurement Category Specialist (6 months contract)

As a leading manufacturer of nutritional supplements and other health-building products, we are dedicated to enhancing the wellbeing of our customers - through research, development and delivery of effective nutritional products. It is our mission to contribute to the lives of our customers, employees, suppliers and the communities we serve, in a cooperative and sustainable manner.

Are you passionate about ensuring a seamless supply of production materials while championing sustainability? Join us as a Strategic Procurement Category Specialist (6 months contract)! In this role, you’ll procure commodities like raw materials, bulk products, and subcontract manufacturing, collaborating with various departments to maintain tactical responsiveness. We’re looking for someone who shares our commitment to our seven core values, including sustainability (people, planet, and profit), to plan and execute responsibly. Apply now to make an impact in our supply chain!

At Factors Group of Companies, we don't just create products; we craft experiences that resonate with our customers. Our commitment to Sustainability (people, planet, and profit) is at the core of everything we do. We're a diverse team of creative minds, united by the drive to make a positive impact and revolutionize the industry.

We are a well-established and growing BC business and one of Canada’s leading manufacturers of nutritional supplements, dedicated to enhancing the wellbeing of our customers.

Responsibilities:

• Leveraging strong negotiation skills to optimize costs and effectively managing vendors to ensure supply continuity.
• Collaborating with vendors and teams to meet production schedules and resolve supply issues.
• Problem-solving under pressure and building strong supplier partnerships.
• Communicating effectively across functions with excellent English skills.
• Prioritizing tasks and taking ownership to achieve business goals.

Minimum Requirements:

• A Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, engineering, or business/operations management.
• 3+ years of purchasing experience in manufacturing.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SYSPRO) and strong MRP knowledge.
• Familiarity with material management, BOM, WIP, and lean principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; CPIM or CSCP certifications are a plus.
• A self-driven, team-oriented mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.

What’s in it for you:

• A key role in ensuring production material supply, directly impacting company success.
• Collaboration with global vendors and teams in a sustainability-focused environment.
• Opportunities to contribute to process improvements and corporate initiatives.
• A chance to grow by tackling supply chain challenges and driving efficiency.

What you get:

• A dynamic role in a manufacturing company committed to innovation.
• Exposure to ERP systems and lean principles to optimize supply chains.
• A supportive team culture that values ownership and learning.
• Potential travel and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while adhering to safety and cGMP standards.

If you are ready to be a part of a team that values excellence and commitment to customer wellbeing, apply now! Join Factors Group of Nutritional Companies Inc. and contribute to our mission of making a positive impact on lives.

P.S.: The salary range mentioned will be prorated as per the duration of the contract.

FGOffice

This position is open to all qualified applicants who are legally entitled to work in the country in which this job is located. Only electronic applications can be accepted. This position will close when a competitive candidate pool has been identified. We thank you all for your applications and a member of our team will contact you soon. All the best!

All Internal applicants will be given priority for consideration for the first five business days that this position is posted. After that five days, Internal applicants will be considered along with all other applicants; however, are guaranteed at minimum a call from the Talent Acquisition team.

• 1550 United Blvd, Coquitlam, BC V3K 6Y2, Canada