Inventory and Purchasing Supervisor

Fed Supply; Montreal; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing agency specialized in supply chain and logistics seeks an Inventory and Purchasing Supervisor in Montreal. Responsibilities include ensuring inventory accuracy, implementing purchasing strategies, and managing supplier relationships. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, 3 to 5 years of experience, and be bilingual in French and English. Strong computer skills are required, and experience in the food industry is a plus.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in the food industry is an asset.
• Autonomous with a strong sense of responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Ensure inventory accuracy and reliability of system data.
• Implement and coordinate cycle counts, analyze variances.
• Research, negotiate, and monitor the purchasing of products.

Skills

Bilingual in French and English

Strong computer skills (MS Office Suite)

Well-organized

Dynamic and good communicator

Team-oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in Operations Management

Tools

SAP

Job description

Overview

Hello! My name is Anissa, Recruitment Consultant at Fed Supply, a staffing agency specialized in supply chain, logistics, transportation, and customer service. We provide both temporary and permanent job opportunities across the Greater Montreal area. Our team of experts in Supply Chain and Logistics speaks your language and truly understands your industry.

Bonjour ! Je suis Anissa, Conseillère en recrutement pour l'agence de placement Fed Supply, spécialiste par excellence dans les domaines de la chaîne d'approvisionnement, de la logistique, du transport, et du service client - proposant des emplois temporaires et permanents sur la Grande Région de Montréal. Notre équipe, experte en Supply Chain et Logistique, parle votre langage et évolue dans votre univers

Reporting to the Production Director, the Inventory and Purchasing Supervisor plays a key role in ensuring the efficiency and performance of the supply chain.

As a true coordinator, he / she plans, organizes, and optimizes the supply of raw materials and consumables to reliably support production in a timely manner.

In addition to overseeing inventory management, he / she ensures data integrity within the system and implements practical solutions to improve efficiency and reduce surplus.

Responsibilities

• Main Responsibilities :
• Ensure inventory accuracy and reliability of system data, while developing strategies to optimize stock rotation, minimize surplus, and manage returns.
• Implement and coordinate cycle counts, analyze variances, and establish sustainable corrective measures. Oversee the annual physical inventory when required.
• Research, negotiate, and monitor the purchasing of products and services required by the organization, while evaluating and building strong partnerships with suppliers.
• Manage purchase orders covered by global agreements, ensuring production needs are anticipated and stockouts are avoided.
• Act as the main point of contact with assigned suppliers (purchase orders, non-conformity follow-up, performance indicators) in collaboration with the quality team.
• Supervise, motivate, and organize the work of the inventory team to meet objectives and maintain a safe, productive, and collaborative environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Operations Management
• 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in a manufacturing environment
• Experience in the food industry (asset)
• Bilingual in French and English, spoken and written (must be able to communicate with English-speaking suppliers)
• Strong computer skills (MS Office Suite; SAP is an asset)
• Well-organized, structured, detail-oriented, and rigorous
• Dynamic, good communicator, and team-oriented
• Autonomous with a strong sense of responsibility