Purchaser

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Family benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Career advancement

Sustainability focus

Job summary

Upper Canada Forest Products Ltd. is seeking a Purchaser in Mississauga, ON. This full-time onsite role focuses on securing the right products at optimal cost and availability.

You will build supplier relationships, manage purchasing for assigned categories, and partner with sales, operations, warehouse and finance to support inventory quality, service levels and margins. Strong negotiation and ERP experience are valued.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in business, supply chain, materials management or related field or equivalent experience.
• Experience in purchasing, procurement, inventory planning or supply chain preferred in distribution/building materials.
• Strong commercial judgment with understanding of cost, margin and inventory impacts.
• Ability to analyze data, manage priorities and make timely decisions.
• Experience with ERP or inventory management systems; MS Office proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Review POs for accuracy and compliance with supplier terms.
• Plan and place POs based on demand and lead times.
• Monitor inventory, open orders and aging stock; take corrective action.
• Collaborate with sales/operations to align with forecasts and service levels.
• Maintain supplier data, pricing, lead times in ERP.
• Analyze variances, landed costs and inventory trends for leadership.
• Negotiate terms, pricing and freight while protecting margin.
• Track supplier performance and resolve issues.
• Stay informed on market conditions affecting availability or cost.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Data analysis

MS Excel

ERP systems

Education

Business or supply chain degree

Tools

ERP systems

MS 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.