Packaging Procurement Coordinator

Ace Beverage Group; Toronto; On-site; CAD 42,500 - 57,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Extended Health and.Den•

Employee Health and Wellness Spending

Monthly product allowance

3 weeks vacation

Corporate discounts and giveaways with

Company phone and plan

Innovation days for product ideas

Job summary

Ace Beverage Group is seeking a Packaging Procurement Coordinator in Toronto, ON to execute the packaging purchase plan, manage inventory across co-packers and warehouses, and coordinate freight to keep materials in the right place at the right time.

You will collaborate with Procurement, Operations and Quality teams to ensure material availability and quality standards are met, and you will help optimize planning and recordkeeping to drive efficiency across packaging supply.

Qualifications

• A degree in Supply Chain Management or Business, or 0–2 years of related experience.
• Proficiency in Google Workspace and Microsoft Office, especially Excel, plus basic data analysis.
• Familiarity with NetSuite ERP and StockIQ MRP is a strong asset.
• Experience coordinating freight or working with co-packers/3PLs is an asset.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in orders and records.
• Team player who adapts to a fast-paced environment and communicates well.

Responsibilities

• Execute the packaging purchase plan: generate POs and confirm details with suppliers.
• Track open orders, follow up on confirmations and delivery timelines.
• Receive POs in ERP, verify quantities and pricing, resolve discrepancies.
• Manage packaging inventory across locations and coordinate transfers.
• Coordinate freight for packaging materials and arrange inter-site transfers.
• Own data management for packaging procurement across systems and records.
• Maintain master records of graphics/artwork and version history.
• Perform month-end reconciliations of packaging inventory and activity.
• Collaborate with Operations and Quality to ensure material availability and standards.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Proactive and entrepreneurial

Detail oriented

Education

Degree in Supply Chain Management or Business

Tools

Google Workspace

Microsoft Excel

NetSuite ERP

StockIQ MRP

Job description

Position: Packaging Procurement Coordinator

Reports to: Sr. Procurement Manager

Location: Toronto, ON

Industry: Food & Beverage

Job Type: Full Time

Hours: 40 hours/week

Base Salary: $50,000 CAD per annum

About Ace Beverage Group

Ace Beverage Group is the beverage alcohol company of the future. We are focused on millennial and Gen Z consumers, better-for-you products, innovation and connecting with our local community. We are a Canadian beverage alcohol company behind brands including Cottage Springs, Nude, Shore Shakers, and Cabana Coast. ABG is certified as a “Great Place to Work” in Canada and has been listed as a Best Workplace in Canada for several years. ABG is a subsidiary of Corby Spirit and Wine, an affiliate of Pernod Ricard.

We are seeking a Packaging Procurement Coordinator to elevate our Procurement team. As our Packaging Procurement Coordinator, you will be responsible for executing the packaging purchase plan, managing packaging inventory across our co-packing network, and coordinating the freight and logistics needed to keep materials in the right place at the right time. This role works closely with the Procurement, Operations, and Quality teams, as well as our co-packing partners and freight providers, to ensure packaging materials are available, tracked, and used as efficiently as possible. If you are interested in growing your supply chain career, possess a keen eye for detail, and thrive in a collaborative environment, we’d love to have you join us on this journey.

Job Responsibilities

• Execute the packaging purchase plan: generate purchase orders, confirm order details with suppliers, and coordinate delivery schedules against production requirements.
• Track open orders, follow up with suppliers on confirmations and delivery timelines, and elevate delays that put production runs at risk.
• Receive purchase orders promptly in the ERP system, verifying quantities, pricing, and dollar values against POs and resolving discrepancies with suppliers.
• Manage packaging inventory across co-packer and warehouse locations, coordinating transfers and reallocations to maximize utilization and minimize waste and obsolescence.
• Coordinate freight for packaging materials, including booking shipments, arranging inter-site transfers, and following up with carriers to ensure on-time delivery.
• Own data management for packaging procurement: keep all records accurate and up to date across systems, including purchase orders, receipts, inventory balances, lot numbers, transfers, supplier information, and material specifications.
• Maintain the master record of all graphics and artwork, tracking current versions, revision history, and where each version is held in inventory, and flagging obsolete artwork for disposition.
• Perform month-end reconciliations of packaging inventory and purchase activity, investigating and resolving variances with co-packers and finance.
• Partner with the Operations and Quality teams to confirm material availability for production runs and ensure all packaging materials meet quality standards and specifications.
• Work with the Quality team and co-packers to ensure FIFO/FEFO practices are applied to packaging inventory.
• Proactively communicate order status, inventory positions, risks, and resolution timelines to internal stakeholders and co-packers.
• Identify slow-moving or obsolete packaging and collaborate with relevant teams to develop disposition plans.
• Propose process improvements to enhance efficiency in materials planning, movement, and recordkeeping.
• Support procurement-related projects and additional assignments as necessary.

Qualifications & Competencies

• A degree in Supply Chain Management or Business, or 0–2 years of experience in a related field is an asset.
• Proficiency in Google Workspace (Sheets, Docs, Gmail) and Microsoft Office (particularly Excel), along with basic data analysis skills.
• Familiarity with an ERP system (NetSuite) and MRP system (StockIQ) is a strong asset.
• Experience coordinating freight or working with co-packers/3PLs is an asset.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail, this role lives in the details of orders, inventory, and records.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and adapt to a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills and persistence in following up with suppliers, carriers, and partners.
• Proactive and entrepreneurial, comfortable finding answers and making decisions.
• A passion for learning and making an impact.

Perks

• Comprehensive Extended Health and Dental Benefits
• Employee Health and Wellness Spending Account (eligible expenses include gym memberships, sports equipment, learning and development, daycare, etc.)
• Monthly product allowance
• 3 weeks vacation
• Corporate discounts and giveaways with partners.
• Company phone and enrolment into company phone plan, all paid for by the company, or phone allowance
• Amazing team and innovation-driven company! All ABG employees participate in quarterly innovation days to pitch new product ideas and have a say in product development

Our Team Culture

At Ace Beverage Group, our team is filled with people who:

• Lead by example: All of our people take ownership in their tasks, act with integrity, and treat everyone with respect.
• Fearlessly innovate: No one does innovation quite like us! We are constantly brainstorming ways to improve our product/processes. Everyone is invited to participate in innovation and decision making. All ideas are welcome!
• Get stuff done!: Things can move pretty fast at ABG, and we need people who are adaptable, proactive, and can deliver!

Curious about what it’s like to work at Ace Beverage Group? Check out our award-winning culture in a one minute video here!

We thank all applicants interested in this role, but will only reach out to those selected for an interview.

Not checking every box?

Ace Beverage Group is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to the promotion of an inclusive and diverse workplace environment. This commitment includes the provision of accommodations/accessibility practices for individuals with disabilities during the hiring process and employment. We invite you to inform us should you have any accommodation or accessibility needs.