Procurement Coordinator

Taste of Nature Foods Inc; Markham; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health care

Job summary

Taste of Nature Foods Inc. in Markham, Ontario, is seeking a Procurement Coordinator - Indirect materials to join the Customer Service & Logistics Team.

You will manage sourcing and purchasing of indirect goods, including MRO, facility services, IT, and office supplies to support manufacturing and operations. The ideal candidate has a BAS/BA or diploma in Business or SCM, 2+ years experience with P2P, and strong negotiation, contract management, and ERP skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Business Studies or SCM is required.
• 2+ years of experience handling P2P processes.
• Experience in a food manufacturing environment is an asset.
• Knowledge of procurement, logistics, shipping policies and ERP usage.

Responsibilities

• Understand and evaluate purchase request forms from departments.
• Conduct category spend analysis and manage inventory levels.
• Execute P2P for indirect categories with cost-effective sourcing.
• Lead supplier selection via RFPs/RFQs and bid processes.
• Coordinate with FSQA, Maintenance and facilities to ensure policy alignment.
• Monitor supplier performance and manage non-compliance.
• Maintain procurement records in ERP systems.
• Track procurement KPIs such as cost saving and supplier scorecards.

Skills

P2P process

Supplier negotiation

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Business Studies or Supply Chain Management

Tools

ERP system

MS Office

Job description

Glad to meet you. We are Taste of Nature Foods Inc. (TONFI), working hard to bring healthy snacks to the masses. Proudly Canadian, our company has blossomed over the last 30 years developing healthy snacks for our primary brand, Taste of Nature, sold in over thirty countries around the globe, as well as our significant private label and contract manufacturing businesses. We are rapidly growing across all segments and were recently recognized by The Globe and Mail as one of Canada’s Top Growing Companies 2026 and certified as a Great Place to Work ® – this is an exciting time for our company!

We’re looking to enhance our team by welcoming a new Procurement Coordinator - Indirect materials to the Customer Service & Logistics Team. Procurement Coordinator is responsible to manage the sourcing and purchasing of indirect goods and services, including but not limited to MRO, facility services, IT, office supplies, and professional services. The ideal candidate will bring a strong understanding of procurement best practices, supplier negotiation, and contract management.

The role

• Understand and evaluate the purchase requests forms from various departments to provide appropriate solutions.
• Conduct category wise spend analysis, identify buying patterns, evaluate inventory on hand to identify optimal inventory levels.
• Execute P2P (Procure to Pay) for indirect categories, ensuring cost-effective and timely sourcing.
• Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers through RFPs, RFQs, and competitive bidding as required.
• Collaborate with FSQA, Maintenance, Facility and other departments to ensure alignment with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor supplier performance and address non-compliance or service issues.
• Maintain procurement records and supplier documentation in ERP systems.
• Track and report on procurement KPIs such as cost saving, PR to PO cycle time, Supplier performance scorecard etc.
• Build and maintain relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders to understand business needs.
• Other duties as assigned by Manager.

The Perfect Fit

Medium-sized companies thrill you because you know your work makes a massive impact. You are an initiative-taker with independence and plenty of energy. You have an innovative and enterprising spirit. You love being part of a team and seeing it achieve greater heights because of your input and guidance. You thrive on reaching goals, through execution, organization, and time management. You are enthusiastic about the food we eat, and you desperately want to play a role in the next wave of products that will make our snacking better.

You offer

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Business Studies or Supply Chain Management is required.
• 2+ years of experience in handling P2P process is required. Experience in a food manufacturing environment is an asset.
• Knowledge of procurement, logistics, including carriers, shipping policies and procedures.
• Good computer skills and familiarity with the use of ERP.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Good judgment and decision-making ability
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Demonstrated integrity and ethical standards.
• Manages time effectively and adapts quickly to changing priorities.
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Team player who works productively with a wide range of people
• Comfortable in fast-paced environment
• Effective listening, verbal, and written communication skills

Job Type: Full-time

Salary Range: 60K to 65K

Extended health care

Schedule: Monday to Friday

Work Location: Markham, ON

Our Commitment to Diversity and Accessibility

Accommodation & Accessibility

Taste of Nature Foods Inc. is committed to providing an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know, and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including those who identify as women, Indigenous peoples, members of visible minorities, persons with disabilities, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. We are committed to creating an inclusive and respectful workplace for everyone.