Purchasing Coordinator

Flexpipe - An 80/20 brand; Farnham; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supply chain brand in Quebec seeks a Purchasing Coordinator to optimize procurement and ensure the efficiency of logistics operations. This role involves managing inventory for distribution centers, defining stock policies, and negotiating with suppliers. Candidates should have a university degree in operations management, 5+ years of experience in supply chain management, and be bilingual in English and French. Strong analytical skills and knowledge of import-export procedures are essential. This position offers the chance to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of procurement, logistics, and inventory management processes.
• Excellent knowledge of import-export procedures, customs documents, and customs regulations.
• Excellent analytical and planning skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft tools and inventory management software.
• Good negotiation and supplier relationship management skills.
• Organizational and communication skills.
• Performance-oriented and committed to continuous improvement.
• Excellent command of English and French, both spoken and written.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement for Flexpipe products across North America.
• Oversee inventory management for Canada and the U.S.
• Define stock levels and order volumes, collaborating with the U.S. team.
• Ensure inventory accuracy across warehouses.
• Cooperate with the warehouse team in daily operations.
• Negotiate supplier terms and prices when necessary.
• Evaluate supplier performance based on quality and reliability.
• Coordinate logistics between North American distribution centers.
• Implement KPIs related to purchasing and costs.
• Monitor legal developments on customs codes and tariffs.

Skills

Procurement understanding

Logistics expertise

Inventory management

Import-export procedures knowledge

Analytical and planning skills

Negotiation skills

Organizational skills

Bilingual (English and French)

Education

University degree in operations management or logistics

5 to 10 years in supply chain or distribution management

Tools

Microsoft tools

Inventory management software

Job description

Job Details

The role of the Purchasing Coordinator is to ensure the performance, reliability, and efficiency of the entire supply chain for the Flexpipe brand and for the Canadian entity Flexpipe Inc. They will ensure that the right products are available at the right time and in the right place, while optimizing costs and service quality. A true logistics maestro, they oversee the entire cycle—from parts procurement to customer delivery—including supplier management, inventory management, and coordination between North American distribution centers.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement for Flexpipe brand products for distribution centers in North America
• Oversee inventory management for Canada and the United States.
• Define stock level policies and order volumes based on demand and seasonality in collaboration with the US purchasing/logistics team.
• Ensure inventory accuracy in the various warehouses.
• Cooperate with the warehouse team (2 people) in their daily operations and in managing inventory movements.
• Negotiate terms and prices with suppliers when necessary with the assistance of the purchasing manager and/or general manager.
• Manage and evaluate supplier performance (quality, reliability, deadlines).
• Responsible for purchasing consumables for warehouse operations and small supplies for the factory.
• Coordinate logistics and collaboration between the three North American distribution centers.
• Implement and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to purchasing, costs, and deadlines.
• Coordinate intercompany flows, including customs compliance.
• Monitor legal developments regarding product customs codes and tariffs associated with each country.

Skills

• Solid understanding of procurement, logistics, and inventory management processes.
• Excellent knowledge of import-export procedures, customs documents, and customs regulations.
• Excellent analytical and planning skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft tools and inventory management software.
• Good negotiation and supplier relationship management skills.
• Organizational and communication skills.
• Performance-oriented and committed to continuous improvement.
• Excellent command of English and French, both spoken and written.

Education

• University degree in operations management, logistics, or a related field.
• Significant experience (5 to 10 years) in supply chain or distribution management.
• Experience in team supervision and multi-site management (strong asset).
• Knowledge of the industrial or manufacturing sector (asset).

Description D’emploi

Le rôle du coordinateur achat est d’assurer la performance, la fiabilité et l’efficacité de toute la chaîne d’approvisionnement pour la marque Flexpipe et pour l’entité Canadienne Flexpipe Inc. Il veille à ce que les bons produits soient disponibles, au bon moment et au bon endroit, tout en optimisant les coûts et la qualité de service. Véritable chef d’orchestre logistique, il supervise l’ensemble du cycle — de l’approvisionnement des pièces à leur livraison chez le client — en passant par la gestion des fournisseurs, des inventaires, et la coordination entre les centres de distribution nord-américains.

Responsabilités principales

• Gérer la chaîne d’approvisionnement pour les produits de la marque Flexpipe en Amérique du Nord.
• Superviser la gestion des inventaires pour le Canada et les États-Unis.
• Définir les politiques de niveaux de stock et les volumes de commande selon la demande et la saisonnalité en collaboration avec l’équipe logistique US.
• Assurer l’exactitude des stocks (inventory accuracy) dans les différents entrepôts.
• Coopérer avec l’équipe d’entrepôt (2 personnes) dans leurs opérations quotidiennes et dans la gestion des mouvements d’inventaires.
• Négocier les conditions et prix avec les fournisseurs lorsque nécessaire avec l’aide du directeur achat et/ou du directeur général.
• Gérer et évaluer la performance des fournisseurs (qualité, fiabilité, délais).
• Coordonner la logistique et la collaboration entre les trois centres de distribution d’Amérique du Nord.
• Mettre en place et suivre les indicateurs de performance (KPI) liés à la chaine d’approvisionnement, aux coûts et aux délais.
• Coordonner les flux intercompagnie incluant la conformité douaniere.
• Effectuer la veille légale sur les codes de douanes des produits ainsi que des tarifs associés à chaque pays.

Compétences recherchées

• Solide compréhension des processus d’approvisionnement, de logistique et de gestion desli>
• Excellente connaissance des procédures d’import-export, des documents douaniers et des réglementations liées aux douanes.
• Excellentes compétences analytiques et en planification.
• Maîtrise des outils Microsoft et des logiciels de gestion d’inventaire.
• Bonne capacité de négociation et de gestion des relations fournisseurs.
• Sens de l’organisation et de la communication.
• Esprit orienté performance et amélioration continue.
• Excellente maîtrise de l’anglais et du francais, à l’oral et à l’écrit.

Education And Experience

• University degree in operations management, logistics, or a related field.
• Significant experience (5 to 10 years) in supply chain management or distribution.
• Knowledge of the industrial or manufacturing sector (an asset).