Intermediate Buyer

Roquette; Portage la Prairie; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in plant-based ingredients is seeking an Intermediate Buyer to efficiently procure goods and manage purchasing processes. The successful candidate will have at least 5 years of experience, strong negotiation skills, and a background in supply chain management. This role is located in Portage la Prairie, Manitoba, and offers opportunities for professional growth within a diverse workforce.

Benefits

Equal opportunity workplace

Personal and professional growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years purchasing/buying experience.
• Practiced in developing, issuing, and managing RFPs, RFQs, and RFIs.
• Familiarity with best purchasing practices and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Procure goods and services efficiently and cost-effectively.
• Negotiate pricing and delivery terms with suppliers.
• Source new suppliers to meet project expectations.

Skills

Supplier relationship management

Sourcing expertise

Negotiation skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Post-secondary education in Business or Supply Chain management

Tools

MS Office programs

ERP systems (preferably SAP)

Job description

Overview

Roquette is a family-owned global leader in plant-based ingredients and a leading provider of pharmaceutical excipients.

Want to help us make a difference? Using plant-based resources, we collaborate with our customers and partners to imagine and offer ingredients to better feed people and treat patients. Each of our ingredients responds to unique and essential needs, and they enable healthier lifestyles.

We’re looking for our next Intermediate Buyer to join our team. The Intermediate Buyer will be responsible for procuring goods and services efficiently and cost-effectively, managing the full purchasing process from requisition through to delivery, while resolving discrepancies and negotiating favorable terms. This role requires strong supplier relationship management, sourcing expertise, and the ability to evaluate contracts and pricing to support operational and project needs.

Location: Portage la Prairie, MB

Responsibilities

• Procure goods and services in the most efficient and cost effective manner
• Process Purchase Requisitions – verifying for completeness and accuracy (specifications, supplier, price)
• Revise, update and issue Purchase Orders
• Monitor lead times and expedite problems with suppliers regarding costs, quality, quantity and delivery of products and services purchased
• Effective use of historical and other benchmarking data to ensure competitive pricing
• Contact suppliers to resolve price, quality, delivery and invoice discrepancies
• Negotiate pricing, delivery/shipping costs, credit terms and discounts
• Work within negotiated global agreements where possible
• Establish and maintain strategic relationships with key suppliers domestic and international
• Source new suppliers to meet project expectations
• Obtain and analyze competitive quotes/evaluate quotations and select qualified Suppliers
• Work closely with internal customers to understand their requirements and provide direction
• Proven ability to assess and negotiate Master Service Agreements (MSAs), Long Term agreements (LTAs) and Contracts for production, capital equipment and operations
• Special projects or additional tasks as required

Specificities

• Participate in continuous improvement programs
• Understand and respect the rules concerning safety, quality, hygiene and the environment.
• Maintain confidentiality in all matters pertaining to the Roquette Pea processing plant and its operations.

Functional competencies

• High degree of initiative
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast paced environment
• Ability to achieve goals under minimal supervision
• Strong communication (oral and written) and organizational skills
• Proven ability to function effectively as a strong member of a cross functional team
• Strong negotiating skills
• General knowledge of contract formation, negotiation, contract management skills, and commercial law
• Good understanding of business processes, methodologies and information systems related to supply chains

Technical Applicative competencies

• Proficient with all MS Office programs
• Knowledge of working with ERP systems (preferably SAP)

Qualifications/Requirements

Education:

• Post-secondary education in Business, Supply Chain management and/or a Purchasing related discipline
• Enrollment in PMAC, CPP, CSCP or SCMP is considered an asset

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years purchasing/buying experience.
• Experience placing Purchase Orders, expediting and supplier management.
• Familiarity with best purchasing practices, market research, data analysis and problem solving skills
• Practiced in developing, issuing, and managing RFPs, RFQ, RFIs and managing competitive sourcing processes
• Exposure to sourcing products internationally
• Business Trips (Percentage): 0%

Notes: If you identify yourself in this position, please apply by uploading your resume and let's start the journey together!

Roquette is proud to be a global company where you can find personal and professional growth through multiple diverse experiences. Roquette strives to create a dynamic workforce while remaining firmly committed to equal opportunity by complying with EEO laws. As we continue to grow, Roquette understands that to be successful we must always be inclusive in our approach.

To find out more about our products, values and sustainable development ambitions visit us at www.roquette.com and at www.sustainability.roquette.com