Purchaser

FPS Food Process Solutions Corporation; Richmond; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

FPS Food Process Solutions Corporation is seeking an experienced Purchaser to join our team in Canada. You will collaborate with engineers and designers on current and upcoming projects, issuing purchase orders and coordinating delivery schedules with suppliers.

The role requires a minimum of 2 years in manufacturing purchasing, familiarity with ERP systems (SAP preferred), and strong English communication skills. Chinese language ability is an asset.

Qualifications

• 2+ years purchasing experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Experience with ERP systems; SAP preferred.
• English communication skills; Chinese language a plus.

Responsibilities

• Issue POs to suppliers based on engineer input.
• Confirm delivery schedules with suppliers and update project teams.
• Monitor supplier delivery performance and flag late shipments.
• Review raw material inventory and maintain safety stock.
• Forecast component usage and place bulk orders.
• Review quotations for subcontracting processes.
• Source reliable suppliers for tools and machines.
• Coordinate supplier maintenance/repairs.
• Occasionally source urgent parts as needed.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Purchasing

Reading drawings

Independent worker

Communication

Chinese language

Tools

SAP

Job description

Position Scope

FPS is a global leader in turn-key food freezing and cooling equipment, serving clients across five continents. Due to our rapid expansion, we have an immediate opening for an experienced Purchaser. You will work with an established team of engineers and designers to serve our clients on current and upcoming projects.

Position Scope

FPS is a global leader in turn-key food freezing and cooling equipment, serving clients across five continents. Due to our rapid expansion, we have an immediate opening for an experienced Purchaser. You will work with an established team of engineers and designers to serve our clients on current and upcoming projects.

Job Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Engineering Department and issue PO to suppliers based on information from Engineers


• Confirm delivery schedule with suppliers and update project teams about delivery status


• Monitor supplier delivery performance and alert project teams or production of late shipments


• Review inventory status for raw materials and maintain safety stock level


• Forecast electrical components usage and place bulk forecast orders


• Review quotations for the subcontracting process


• Source for reliable suppliers for production tools and machines


• Contact suppliers for machine maintenance and repairs as required


• Occasionally go out to source and purchase urgent parts


• Perform other duties as required

Qualifications and Skills

• Minimum 2 years of Purchasing experience within a manufacturing setting


• Possess mechanical or electrical engineering knowledge and able to interpret technical drawings


• Work independently and effectively to meet deadlines


• Knowledge of ERP systems such as SAP is preferable


• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills in English.


• Chinese language skills are considered an asset.

FPS Food Process Solutions Corporation is an equal opportunity employer, and we thank you for your interest in the position. Only those candidates who match the requirements and are eligible to work in Canada will be contacted / shortlisted.