Purchasing & Supply Chain Coordinator- Hamilton

Recruiting Concepts Inc.; Burlington; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Canadian manufacturing company is seeking a Purchasing & Supply Chain Coordinator to enhance operations. This role involves managing procurement processes, supplier relations, and inventory management in a dynamic environment. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in purchasing within custom manufacturing and strong negotiation skills. Join a collaborative team dedicated to continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of purchasing experience in a custom manufacturing environment.
• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes and production floor experience.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings is a strong asset.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchasing documentation and confirm orders with suppliers.
• Develop and maintain strong vendor relationships and negotiate terms.
• Conduct inventory cycle counts and monitor stock levels.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Problem Solving

Inventory Management

Supplier Relationship Management

Education

Post-secondary diploma or degree in purchasing, supply chain, or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP (Global Shop Solutions)

Job description

Purchasing & Supply Chain Coordinator
Salary: $50,000–$60,000 + Comprehensive Benefits
Location: Hamilton, ON

We’re looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Purchasing & Supply Chain Coordinator to support our growing operations. In this role, you’ll work closely with the Supply Chain Manager to ensure seamless purchasing, supplier communication, and inventory processes within a fast-paced custom manufacturing environment.

This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a long-standing Canadian manufacturing company known for its specialized, high-quality products used across North America. We operate with a hands-on, collaborative team that values initiative and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement & Order Management

• Manage purchasing documentation (requisitions, POs, cancellations, customs forms).

• Confirm orders with suppliers, resolve delays, and ensure timely deliveries.

• Coordinate purchase orders with production schedules to reduce downtime.

Supplier & Vendor Relations

• Develop and maintain strong vendor relationships.

• Negotiate pricing, credit terms, and delivery schedules.

• Resolve issues related to quality, costs, and delivery discrepancies.

Inventory & Data Management

• Conduct inventory cycle counts and monitor stock levels.

• Accurately input and maintain purchasing/inventory data in ERP (Global Shop Solutions).

Operational & Strategic Support

• Collaborate with the Supply Chain Manager and production team on supply flow.

• Help implement procurement procedures to support scalability.

• Support supplier transitions and logistics during acquisitions.

Cost Management & Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities to reduce costs through better sourcing and material optimization.

• Research and assist in sourcing new materials and vendors.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary diploma or degree in purchasing, supply chain, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).

• 5+ years of purchasing experience in a custom manufacturing environment.

• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes and production floor experience.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other MS Office tools.

• Strong knowledge of purchasing and material planning principles.

• Excellent negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings is a strong asset.

• PMAC or SCMP designation is considered an asset.

Why Join Us?

We’re a respected Canadian manufacturer with decades of history, best known for our custom-made industrial products and long-standing partnerships with clients across North America. We’re growing, evolving, and investing in the future—and we’re looking for team players who want to grow with us.