Procurement Agent

Domtar Corporation; Ontario; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in Canada is seeking a full-time Procurement Agent in Thunder Bay, Ontario. The role involves managing procurement processes, ensuring compliance with health and safety legislation, and collaborating with various teams. The ideal candidate should have 3-5 years of experience in an industrial environment and a procurement certification. Attractive salary, vacation, and comprehensive benefits offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary with annual bonus

At least three weeks of vacation and floating holidays

Comprehensive benefits from day one

Access to telemedicine and assistance programs

Defined-contribution pension plan

Qualifications

• 3-5 years in an industrial environment.
• Willingness to travel and handle emergency calls outside regular hours.
• Physical capability to perform job duties in a wood products setting.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation.
• Work with procurement to manage equipment and supplies.
• Expedite ordered goods and adjust orders as necessary.
• Manage inventory setup and support maintenance work order processes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Teamwork ability

Adaptability

Education

Procurement / Supply Chain certification or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

MS Project

CMMS

Job description

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Domtar is a leading producer of pulp, paper, packaging, tissue, and wood products. Through our focus on safety and sustainability, as well as our commitment to operational excellence and our network of facilities across Canada and the United States, Domtar delivers high-quality and cost-effective products to customers around the world.

Our workforce is comprised of 14,000 talented and hardworking individuals. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, a supportive working environment, rewarding career paths, and plenty of opportunities for learning and growth.

The location in Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada, is seeking talent to fill the position of Procurement Agent. This job is full-time and permanent.

Overview :

Reporting to the Regional Supply Chain Manager, you will be part of a results-oriented team encouraged to exceed expectations.

• Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation to minimize industrial accidents and diseases. Control health and safety costs.
• Work with procurement to manage equipment, materials, supplies, and outside services, ensuring cost-effective quality and service levels.
• Expedite ordered goods, monitor shipping, follow up on backorders, and adjust orders as necessary.
• Manage inventory setup and stocking, issue purchase orders, and support parts inventory for Ignace and Atikokan Sawmills.
• Support vendor contracts and maintain the purchasing database.
• Perform audits, manage accruals, handle month-end tasks, and oversee vendor modifications.
• Follow Resolute's Purchasing Policies, review quotes, seek approvals, and manage purchase orders and related documentation.
• Manage buyer emails, follow up on back-orders, and handle shipment delays and pricing issues.
• Collaborate with operational personnel on material sourcing and costing.
• Maintain parts ordering systems and interface with Accounts Payable / Receivable.
• Support maintenance work order processes and inventory management.
• Provide support for parts inventory at Sawmills.
• Update and maintain purchasing records and databases.
• Consult with your supervisor and perform special projects as needed.

Your profile :

• Procurement / Supply Chain certification or equivalent is preferred.
• 3-5 years in an industrial environment.
• Willingness to travel and handle emergency calls outside regular hours.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team and adapt to change.
• Proficiency in MS Office, MS Project, and CMMS.
• Physical capability to perform job duties in a wood products setting.
• Strong safety ethic.
• Ability to organize and implement best practices.
• Self-motivated and results-oriented.
• Attention to detail and strategic thinking skills.

Our Offer :

• Competitive salary with annual bonus.
• At least three weeks of vacation and floating holidays.
• Comprehensive benefits from day one.
• Access to telemedicine and other assistance programs.
• Defined-contribution pension plan with employer contributions.
• Additional support programs and relocation assistance to Atikokan.

Domtar is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering a respectful and inclusive work environment that promotes growth and opportunity for all employees.

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