Strategic Materials Buyer & Inventory Planner

Blommer Chocolate Company; Campbellford; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Blommer Chocolate Company (Campbellford Plant) in Campbellford, ON, is seeking a Procurement/Inventory Planner to convert demand into production schedules and manage raw materials and packaging orders.

You will collaborate with R&D, Quality and Production to coordinate transitions, optimize costs, and ensure timely deliveries. Requires 3–5 years in planning or procurement and a Bachelor's degree in a related field.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of planning or procurement experience.
• Strong Excel/Word skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Convert demand requirements into detailed plans and schedules for inventory acquisition.
• Enter and manage purchase order requirements and requisitions.
• Coordinate with internal teams to meet production schedules and optimize costs.
• Lead supplier relationships and negotiate pricing to reduce total supply chain cost.
• Monitor deliveries, lead times, and payment terms; support standard costs and make/buy decisions.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and hygiene requirements.

Skills

Procurement planning

Inventory management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain/Business/Logistics or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Blommer Chocolate Company (Campbellford Plant) in Campbellford, ON, is seeking a Procurement/Inventory Planner to convert demand into production schedules and manage raw materials and packaging orders.

You will collaborate with R&D, Quality and Production to coordinate transitions, optimize costs, and ensure timely deliveries. Requires 3–5 years in planning or procurement and a Bachelor's degree in a related field.