Purchaser

Upper Canada Forest Products Ltd.; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

People First Culture

Competitive Rewards

Growth & Innovation

Purpose-Driven Work

Job summary

Upper Canada Forest Products Ltd. in Mississauga, ON is seeking a Purchaser to secure the right products at the right time, price and quality.

You will build trusted supplier relationships, place orders, and collaborate with sales, operations, warehouse and finance to support inventory quality, service levels, and margin performance. Reporting to the Purchasing Manager, you will manage day-to-day purchasing for assigned product categories and suppliers, perform market analysis, execute purchase

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in business, supply chain, materials management or related field.
• Experience in purchasing, procurement, inventory planning or supply chain in distribution or related industry.
• Strong commercial judgment and financial acumen with understanding of cost, margin and inventory impacts.
• Experience with ERP or inventory management systems; familiarity with MRP concepts is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Review purchase orders for accuracy, authorization and supplier terms.
• Plan and place purchase orders based on demand, inventory targets, lead times and branch priorities.
• Monitor inventory levels, stock availability, aging inventory and risks; propose corrective action.
• Collaborate with sales and operations to align purchasing decisions with forecasts and service levels.
• Develop and maintain supplier relationships and manage pricing, lead times and terms.
• Maintain accurate item, supplier, pricing, lead time and PO data in the ERP system.
• Analyze variances, landed costs and inventory trends; provide reports to leadership.
• Identify opportunities to reduce excess inventory and improve turns and margins.
• Coordinate with finance on invoices, credits and cost discrepancies.
• Evaluate suppliers based on quality, price, reliability, and alignment with responsible sourcing.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Data analysis

Communication

ERP experience

Inventory awareness

Detail oriented

Education

Post-secondary education in business, supply chain, materials management or related field

Tools

ERP system

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Who we are:

At Upper Canada Forest Products, we’re more than a leading North American distributor of specialty wood products—we’re a team committed to professionalism, care, and creating spaces that enhance lives and the health of the planet. Founded on the principles of integrity and belonging, we’ve built an organization where your contributions truly matter.

Position:

Purchaser

Location:

Mississauga, ON

Employment Type:

Full-time, Onsite

Vacancy:

This posting is for an existing, currently open position.

Compensation: $75,000-85,000/yr

Deliver the Difference with Us:

As a Purchaser, you will help ensure the right products are available at the right time, quality and cost to support our customers and branch operations. You will build trusted supplier relationships, make informed purchasing decisions and collaborate closely with sales, operations, warehouse and finance teams. Your work will directly support inventory quality, service levels, margin performance and responsible growth.

Your Role and Impact:

Reporting to the Purchasing Manager, the Purchaser will manage day-to-day purchasing activities for assigned product categories and suppliers. This role combines supplier management, inventory planning, market awareness, purchase-order execution and analytical follow-through. The successful candidate will be commercially minded, detail oriented and comfortable working independently in a highly collaborative, fast-paced distribution environment.

Responsibilities:

• Review purchase orders for accuracy, authorization and compliance with company policies and agreed supplier terms.
• Plan and place purchase orders based on demand, inventory targets, lead times, customer requirements and branch priorities.
• Monitor inventory levels, product availability, open orders, aging inventory and potential stock risks; recommend timely corrective action.
• Partner with sales and operations to align purchasing decisions with forecasts, customer demand and service expectations.
• Develop and maintain strong, professional relationships with domestic and global suppliers.
• Maintain accurate item, supplier, pricing, lead-time and purchase-order information in the ERP system.
• Analyze purchasing variances, landed costs, market changes and inventory trends; provide clear reports and recommendations to leadership.
• Identify opportunities to reduce excess and aging inventory, improve inventory turns and strengthen purchasing processes.
• Collaborate with finance on invoices, credits, cost discrepancies and supplier account issues.
• Evaluate suppliers based on product quality, pricing, capacity, reliability, service, lead times and alignment with responsible sourcing expectations.
• Negotiate pricing, freight, terms and other commercial conditions while protecting service, quality and sustainable margin performance.
• Track supplier performance and resolve cost, quality, delivery, documentation and availability issues promptly.
• Stay informed about product, supplier, freight, currency and market conditions that may affect availability or cost.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and other purchasing or inventory projects as assigned.

What Makes You Stand Out:

• Post-secondary education in business, supply chain, materials management or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in purchasing, procurement, inventory planning or supply chain, preferably in distribution, building materials, forest products or a related product-based environment.
• Strong commercial judgment, negotiation skills and financial acumen, with an understanding of cost, margin and inventory impacts.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze data, manage competing priorities and make timely, well-supported decisions.
• Experience working with ERP or inventory management systems; familiarity with MRP concepts is an asset.
• Strong Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships across suppliers and internal teams.
• High attention to detail, follow-through and accountability.
• Knowledge of specialty wood products, lumber, panels, decorative surfaces or related building materials is an asset.
• Supply chain or procurement designation is an asset.
• Experience with trucking and logistics an asset.

Why Join Upper Canada Forest Products?

• People First Culture: We stand proudly for our people, supporting success through career advancement, continuous learning, and a collaborative environment.
• Competitive Rewards: Enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive family benefits, tuition reimbursement, and programs designed to support not only you but your family as well.
• Growth & Innovation: Join a company that champions innovation and sustainability—where your ideas drive progress and help shape the future.
• Purpose-Driven Work: Our mission is simple: Deliver the Difference to our customers when they need it, by people who know and care. Every role here makes a real impact on our customers and local communities.

AI Usage & Disclosure:

This recruitment process may involve the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or automated tools to assist in screening, assessing, or selecting candidates.