Purchasing & Inventory Control Specialist

Lunds & Byerlys; Bayham; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Purchasing & Inventory Control Specialist to join their dynamic team. This full-time position offers a competitive hourly wage and a range of benefits, including health insurance and paid time off. The ideal candidate will be a team player with strong negotiation skills and experience in inventory management. Join a company that values quality, service, and a positive workplace culture. If you are ready to make an impact in the grocery retail sector, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

Full Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Pay on Demand

Ongoing Training and Development

Tuition Reimbursement

Family Assistance Fund

Employee Discount

Profit Sharing

Community Programs

Free Uniform and Laundering

Qualifications

• 1+ years in a purchasing role supporting a manufacturing facility.
• Experience with inventory audits and management.

Responsibilities

• Manage inventory to ensure product availability.
• Conduct regular inventory audits and maintain guidelines.
• Negotiate buying contracts for cost-effective goods.

Skills

Inventory Management

Negotiation Skills

Data Analysis

Team Collaboration

Education

Associate's Degree in Business or Logistics

Job description

Lunds & Byerlys Mitchell Road is currently hiring for a self-directed and outgoing Purchasing & Inventory Control Specialist! This position works a full-time schedule and earns a competitive wage of $22.00-$29.50/hr.

We operate 24 hours/day and 365 days/year. For this position we are looking for someone with availability around the hours of 7am-4pm.

In addition to competitive pay and our exceptional culture, we offer the following benefits and perks:

• Full Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
• PTO (paid time off)
• Pay on demand
• Ongoing trainings, leadership development opportunities, and cross-training opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement and scholarships
• Family assistance fund
• 10% Employee and family discount
• Profit sharing and a 401(k)/pension option
• Community and volunteer programs
• Employee referral bonus
• Free uniform and uniform laundering
• Chance to be nominated as a brand champion!

PURCHASING & INVENTORY CONTROL SPECIALIST RESPONSIBILITIES

Our Purchasing & Inventory Control Specialists are responsible for a wide variety of tasks such as:

• Manage inventory to ensure product availability for internal and external customers
• Conduct regular inventory audits and maintain inventory within established guidelines
• Oversee the inventory process, including cycle counts, adjustments, and month-end reconciliation
• Control and reduce shrink through effective inventory management
• Assist in negotiating buying contracts to secure the lowest cost of goods
• Source suppliers, establish order quantities, and manage shipping arrangements
• Ensure compliance with buying contracts and monitor pricing shifts
• Maintain supplier databases, track inventory, and assess internal client needs

OUR IDEAL PURCHASING & INVENTORY CONTROL SPECIALIST

• Team player - steps in to assist when and where as needed
• Respectful - empathetic and appreciative of our customers and team
• Innovative - implements trending and forward-thinking retail solutions
• Hospitable - provides a friendly face and welcoming environment

MINMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Education:
  • Associate's degree in business or logistics or equivalent experience
• Experience:
  • One or more years' experience in a purchasing role supporting a manufacturing facility

ABOUT LUNDS & BYERLYS AND MITCHELL ROAD

Family-owned for over 80 years, Lunds & Byerlys is a grocery retailer rooted in the family tradition of quality, value, and service. Not only do we offer convenient, healthy, and contemporary delectables, we believe in giving our grocery customers the same personal attention and exceptional value we would expect for our own family. Our employees are chosen for their expertise and dedication in giving our grocery customers the best shopping experience possible. Which is why we offer competitive wages, great benefits and perks, and an amazing company culture. Our Mitchell Road manufacturing facility opened in 2005. Today, Mitchell Road supplies our 28 stores with an assortment of deli and bakery products including muffins, cookies, cakes, cupcakes, pies, salads, sandwiches and more! Our facility is fully equipped with a fresh kitchen, bakery, sanitation team, research and development team, and quality assurance team.

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR WORLD-CLASS PRODUCTION TEAM?

If you are excited about this opportunity, don't delay. Apply today using our mobile friendly online application!