Supply Chain Coordinator

Vicwest; Burlington; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Supply Chain Coordinator to join a high-performing team. This role is crucial for managing steel raw materials efficiently, ensuring timely deliveries, and maintaining exceptional inventory accuracy. The ideal candidate will bring 1-2 years of experience in purchasing or supply chain, particularly within the Building Products sector. You will thrive in a collaborative environment focused on continuous improvement and sustainability. If you are passionate about supply chain management and eager to contribute to a significant growth journey, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in purchasing or supply chain, preferably in the Building Products industry.
• Strong computer skills, especially in Excel and ERP/EDI systems.

Responsibilities

• Create purchase orders for steel coil replenishment at manufacturing sites.
• Coordinate coil movements and ensure on-time delivery with carriers.

Skills

Purchasing

Supply Chain Management

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Analytical Skills

Attention to Detail

Bilingual (French and English)

Education

1-2 years of experience in purchasing or supply chain

Experience in the Building Products industry

Tools

Excel

MS Office

ERP/EDI systems (preferably SAP)

Job description

Our Reputation Stands on What We Build

Our mission is to innovate the most sustainable & complete building envelope solutions in the Canadian market, with our trusted employees, customers and communities guiding all that we do. Investing in our people. Innovating our product selection. Sustaining the world that sustains us. We prioritize the potential for success that’s all around us.

This is an exciting opportunity to join one of Canada’s best-known building materials suppliers as we embark on a significant growth journey through new product launches and market penetration. As part of the Kingspan Group, Vicwest has an ambitious sustainability program, Planet Passionate, revolving around the impact of building materials on the environment.

Vicwest is looking for an ambitious candidate to join a well-established, high performing team and aid the business as we continue to grow to reach new markets across North America.

Position Summary

Reporting directly to the Supply Chain Manager, the Supply Chain Coordinator is responsible for placing the right steel raw materials in the right place at the right time at the lowest possible cost. This role will acquire products via purchase orders with key suppliers, coordinate the movement of goods and complete stock transfers from site to site in a cost-effective manner. This position is vital to the Vicwest Supply Chain and its overall operations.

Key Accountabilities

1. Inventory Management
2. Supplier and Vendor Coordination
3. Customer Service (internal stakeholders)

Major Responsibilities

1. Accurately create purchase orders to release and replenish steel coil to Vicwest manufacturing sites (3R’s).
2. Meet or exceed monthly steel shipment targets, including inventory prebuild quantities for peak season preparation.
3. Tracks, gathers and submits western rebate savings opportunities to Vendors based on coil replenishment path.
4. Contributes to accurate inventory by accurately receiving coil and conducting regular reconciliations of coil inventory.
5. Coordinate coil movements with pre-approved carriers and 3rd party warehouses to achieve on time delivery.
6. Investigates and verifies Purchase Order and Invoice variances including inventory discrepancies.
7. Provide exceptional customer service by effectively communicating with internal and external stakeholders.
8. Oversees colour sample matching requests and in house inventories.
9. Participates in physical inventory count process.
10. Complete other continuous improvement initiatives as assigned by the Supply Chain Manager.
11. Demonstrates core values to contribute to overall team success.

Qualifications

1. 1-2 years of experience in purchasing or supply chain, preferably in the Building Products industry.
2. Strong computer skills (Excel – intermediate, MS Office applications)
3. 1-2 years of experience or exposure to ERP/EDI systems, preferably SAP.
4. Excellent communication, negotiation, and organizational abilities.
5. Robust analytical skills, coupled with the ability to act with a sense of urgency.
6. Exceptional attention to detail, demonstrating unwavering diligence for one’s work.
7. Eager and passionate about participating in continuous improvement initiatives.
8. Bilingual proficiency in French and English is advantageous.
9. Must have own mode of transportation.

Vicwest welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.

How do we win? We win when we care. Care for our people. Care for our products. Care for our planet. Because when we can count on each other, we can count our collaborations as victories.