Jr. Buyer / Buyer

Crystal Claire Cosmetics Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the cosmetics industry is seeking a Jr. Buyer / Buyer for their procurement department. This full-time position focuses on managing costs and supporting new product development for packaging materials and MRO supplies. The ideal candidate will have a degree and relevant experience, with strong organizational and teamwork abilities. Benefits include convenient public transport access, free on-site parking, and a retirement savings plan.

Benefits

Convenient public transit access

On-site free parking

On-site gym

Group Retirement Saving Plan

Qualifications

• 1–2 years (junior level) or 3–5 years (intermediate level) of relevant experience.
• Knowledge in paper carton and/or label packaging is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Manage and upload quotations on to the system with the IT team.
• Generate and issue purchase orders (POs) for materials needed.
• Monitor inventory levels and assist in sourcing materials.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Dynamic and meticulous

Education

College / University degree

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Job Title : Jr. Buyer / Buyer (Secondary Packaging / Labels / MRO)

Department : Procurement

Wage Category : Annual Salary with Benefits

Report to : Sr. Supply Chain Procurement Manager

Location : Milner Avenue, Scarborough, ON

Job Type : Full-time / Permanent

Our company has inspired the industry with our award-winning cosmetics services since 2004. We embrace research and innovation - ceaselessly bringing advanced cosmeceutical technologies and ingredients into our creation.

Our company takes pride in our innovation, expertise, and excellence in creating the finest cosmetic formulas and packaging solutions for our clients. We partner with the world’s top leading cosmetics companies in providing full integrated turnkey solutions. We value and respect individuality and personal initiative where all employees can develop, grow, and achieve their career goals.

Join us, and be the sparkle of our team!

Overview :

Reporting to the Sr. Supply Chain Procurement Manager, the Buyer will be responsible for supporting material cost management within master data, and assisting with new product development for secondary and tertiary packaging materials, labels, and MRO (Maintenance, Repair & Operations) supplies and services.

Duties and Responsibilities :

Packaging Materials (Secondary & Tertiary) :

• Manage and upload quotations on to the system with the IT team.
• Support new material product development in secondary and tertiary packaging categories.
• Generate and Issue POs (e-mail) for materials needed.
• Manage project trackers for all sample requesting.
• Follow up & confirm ETA date for material & update ERP system.
• Assist in obtaining proper paperwork to support receipts (CofC / CofA), as needed.
• Obtain quotes for new materials, including MOQ, lead time & price breaks.
• Assist in alternate sourcing of material, as needed.
• Creating purchase orders
• Finding cost-effective sources for supplies
• Negotiating with vendors and suppliers for pricing, lead times and quality
• Analyzing competing offers
• Monitoring inventory levels
• Keeping excellent communication flows with internal departments

Qualifications :

• 1–2 years (junior level) or 3–5 years (intermediate level) of relevant experience
• College / University degree
• Detailed oriented
• Good organizational skills
• Knowledge in paper carton and / or label packaging an asset
• Dynamic, meticulous and effective
• Ability to perform multiple tasks in parallel
• Excellent teamwork skills

We care for our employees :

• Convenient public transit (bus stop right outside the facility)
• On-site free parking
• On-site gym
• Group Retirement Saving Plan / Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan (GRSP / DPSP)

Please note : We thank you for your interest, please send you resume today. Candidates selected for interview will be contacted.