Procurement Lead

Avenue Road; Toronto; On-site; CAD 96,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design destination in Greater Toronto Area is seeking a Procurement Lead to oversee day-to-day operations of procurement. The role combines tactical execution with leadership, requiring 4-6 years of experience in procurement, strong organizational skills, and a background in vendor coordination. The candidate will manage vendor relationships, support a team of associates, and drive process excellence. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Health and Dental Benefits – premium paid 100%

Employee Assistance Program

50% employee discount on products

Employee Recognition Program

Anniversary credit program

Unique travel opportunities

Social events throughout the year

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of experience in procurement or vendor coordination.
• Experience in a lead or supervisory role.
• Strong time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations of the procurement team.
• Act as point of contact for high-value vendor accounts.
• Support onboarding and training for new team members.

Skills

Vendor coordination

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

SAP

Job description

Overview

Join Avenue Road as a Procurement Lead. You will oversee the day-to-day operations of Avenue Road’s procurement function, supporting a team of associates while managing key vendor relationships and driving process excellence. Acting as both a hands-on contributor and team lead, you’ll ensure the timely and accurate flow of information between vendors and internal teams, and serve as the escalation point for complex inquiries or problem-solving. This role blends tactical execution with leadership – coordinating team priorities, guiding workflow, and mentoring team members, all while collaborating cross-functionally with Sales, Client Success, Finance, and Operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the daily operations of the procurement team, assigning work, coordinating timelines, and ensuring accuracy and follow-through on all tasks
• Act as the primary point of contact for high-value or complex vendor accounts, managing customizations, lead times, negotiations, and escalations
• Support and guide Procurement Associates on vendor communications, order tracking, issue resolution, and process adherence
• Maintain visibility on all open orders across the team, proactively identifying risks, delays, or gaps in information and stepping in as needed
• Collaborate closely with Sales, Logistics, and Client Success teams to ensure accurate, timely updates are shared across departments
• Review and ensure accuracy of purchase orders, vendor acknowledgements, and documentation
• Lead regular team check-ins and contribute to a collaborative, supportive team culture
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and help implement new systems or tools to streamline procurement workflows
• Coordinate vendor training initiatives to ensure internal teams stay informed and inspired
• Support onboarding and informal training for new procurement team members
• Liaise with finance and operations to support accurate invoicing, reconciliation, and vendor compliance
• Provide regular reporting and status updates to leadership on team priorities, vendor performance, and process improvements

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of experience in procurement, buying, or vendor coordination – ideally in the design, furniture, or luxury goods industry
• Experience in a lead or supervisory role, with demonstrated ability to guide others and manage workflow
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to oversee multiple priorities across team members
• Excellent communication and relationship management skills – both internally and with external vendors
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail across documentation, data entry, and communications
• Comfortable navigating complex or custom orders and managing vendor escalations with professionalism and poise
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel and Outlook); experience with ERP systems is a strong asset (SAP preferred)
• A proactive, resourceful, and service-driven mindset with the ability to problem-solve and lead by example
• Familiarity with customization processes, lead times, negotiations, and project-based procurement cycles is highly preferred

About Avenue Road

AVENUE ROAD is a design destination that brings the best in design together in a highly curated experience. A reflection of the personal vision of Founder, Stephan Weishaupt, AVENUE ROAD was born in 2007 from a desire to connect, edit, and cultivate meaningful relationships between makers and design lovers. The offering has grown to include furniture, accessories, lighting, textiles, bespoke kitchens, and architectural products. Learn more at avenue-road.com.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Health and Dental Benefits – premium paid 100%
• Employee Assistance Program
• 50% employee discount on our products
• Employee Recognition Program
• Anniversary credit program
• Unique travel opportunities
• Social events throughout the year

Job details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Purchasing and Supply Chain
• Industries: Furniture and Home Furnishings Manufacturing

Location

Greater Toronto Area, Canada

Compensation

CA$96,460.00 - CA$120,611.40

For more information about our businesses, please visit www.weishauptdesign.com