Purchasing & Supply Chain Coordinator- Hamilton Manufacturing

Concepts (GTA) Inc.; Burlington; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established Canadian manufacturing company is seeking a proactive Purchasing & Supply Chain Coordinator to enhance their operations. The position involves managing purchasing documentation, coordinating orders, and maintaining strong vendor relationships, contributing to the efficiency of a dynamic manufacturing environment. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in purchasing within custom manufacturing, alongside excellent negotiation and communication skills, and a solid educational background in supply chain management.

Qualifications

• 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 is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchasing documentation and confirm orders with suppliers.
• Conduct inventory cycle counts and monitor stock levels.
• Collaborate with the Supply Chain Manager and production team on supply flow.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Problem-Solving

Data Analysis

Inventory Management

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Excel

MS Office

ERP (Global Shop Solutions)

Job description

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.

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.

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.

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