Procurement Specialist (Contract)

Sofina Foods Canada; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food and beverage manufacturing sector is looking for a Procurement Specialist on a one-year contract. The role involves ensuring the supply of materials, negotiating with vendors, and maintaining strong relationships to support plant operations. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Business or Engineering and experience in supply chain management, particularly within the food sector. Join Sofina Foods Canada to contribute to its operational success.

Qualifications

• University degree in Business, Engineering or related field.
• Experience in food manufacturing is an asset.
• 3-5 years’ experience in supply chain, primary processing or fresh planning.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all plant material requirements are satisfied.
• Negotiate with vendors to meet operational needs.
• Collaborate with internal departments to ensure quality and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Negotiation

Relationship Management

Supply Chain Knowledge

Problem-Solving

Inventory Management

Education

University degree in Business or Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Database Management

Job description

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Position Summary

Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Specialists role is critical to Sofina’s operation success. The successful candidate will collaborate, and problem solve with operational team members and vendors to ensure supply of direct materials to our world class production facility. This role is vital to the day to day success of plant operations.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Specialists role is critical to Sofina’s operation success. The successful candidate will collaborate, and problem solve with operational team members and vendors to ensure supply of direct materials to our world class production facility. This role is vital to the day to day success of plant operations.

This is one year contract role.

Key Accountability

• Ensure all plant material requirements are satisfied
• Understand supplier capabilities and develop strong relationships with vendors
• Negotiate with vendors to ensure items are delivered to the facility at the right time to support operational needs
• Instrumental in solving any production / supply related issue with operations stakeholders
• Aid in the development of inventory strategy plans
• Cross collaborate with other internal departments and vendors to ensure materials purchased are as per quality and regulatory specifications
• Support in the testing and commissioning of new materials, products and processes.
• Maintain presence on the production floor.
  
  

Requirements

• University degree in Business, Engineering or other related careers.
• Experience in the food manufacturing industry is an asset.
• 3-5 years’ experience in supply chain, primary processing or fresh planning.
• Excellent computer skills – Microsoft Office and database management.
  
  

Sofina Foods Inc. is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (‘AODA’). Applicants are asked to make their needs/requirements, for the purpose of accommodation under AODA, known to Human Resources when they are contacted for an interview.

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Sofina Foods Inc. is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (‘AODA’). Applicants are asked to make their needs/requirements, for the purpose of accommodation under AODA, known to Human Resources when they are contacted for an interview.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Purchasing and Supply Chain

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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