Supply Specialist

Maple Leaf Foods Inc; Mississauga; Presencial; CAD 59.000 - 87.000; Tempo integral

Benefícios oferecidos por esta vaga

Health and wellness benefits

Defined Contribution Pension Plan with

Learning and development opportunities

Tuition reimbursement program

Volunteer days

Inclusive culture

Resumo da vaga

Maple Leaf Foods Inc. in Mississauga is seeking a Supply Specialist to optimize inventory for our facilities, support new product launches, and partner with procurement, operations, and commercial teams to minimize write-offs and drive cost savings.

This role collaborates with Plants, Sourcing and Supplier Community to ensure on-time delivery and sustainable practices while managing day-to-day activities and improving processes for cash flow and profitability.

Qualificações

• 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Proficient in procurement systems (SAP, Ariba) and Excel.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills with good judgment.
• Strong interpersonal and collaborative stakeholder relationships.
• Well organized with attention to detail and time management.
• Excellent oral and written communication; eager to learn.
• Self-motivated to improve processes and drive cost reductions.

Responsabilidades

• Analyze MRP demand signals to place outline agreements with suppliers.
• Optimize inventory management balancing supply and sustainability goals.
• Build strong supplier relationships to mitigate inventory risks and resolve shortages.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage day-to-day procurement activities.
• Support new product launches and ensure launch timelines.
• Work with sourcing on cost-saving projects and manage contracts in SAP.
• Identify process improvements to remove waste and add value.
• Gain knowledge of Maple Leaf’s commodities and services.
• Understand cost models supporting procurement for cash flow and profit.

Conhecimentos

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Initiative

Ferramentas

SAP

Ariba

Excel

MRP/ERP

Descrição da vaga

As a member of the Procurement team, the Supply Specialist is responsible for optimizing inventory management of materials at our facilities to meet service level targets and minimizing capital tied up in stock. This team member will also facilitate new product launches and changes to existing products, minimize material write-offs, resolve issues relating to product delivery and support cost-saving projects. The Supply Specialist plays a key role in close collaboration with our Plants, Commercial Teams, Supply Chain teams, Sourcing Teams and the Supplier Community and is a highly valued member of the Procurement Operations and Governance Team.

Base Salary: $59,000 – $87,000 CAD base pay annually

Snapshot Of a Day-in-the-Life

• Analyze MRP demand signals to place outline agreements (contracts) with suppliers.
• Optimize inventory management by carefully balancing appropriate level of supply to allow flexibility, minimize overstock in keeping with our sustainability and financial goals
• Build strong supplier relationships to mitigate risks around undesired long / short inventory as well as resolving supply shortages, understanding the root causes and recommending corrective actions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage day-to-day activities, request for quotes with suppliers, materials are set-up for ordering, extended to all relevant locations, and ensure goods are delivered to the plants to enable business continuity.
• Grow our brands by working in partnership with Commercial and Plant teams to facilitate new product launches, minimize risks and ensure new launch critical timelines are met.
• Work closely with sourcing team on cost savings projects, booking volume contracts, using tools to add agreements into SAP and learn how to negotiate with suppliers.
• Make continuous improvement recommendations that remove waste and add value to our existing processes.
• Obtain a practical knowledge of commodities & services supporting Maple Leaf’s manufacturing operations
• Develop an understanding of cost models supporting procurement processes enabling appropriate cash flow and profit enhancement recommendations.

Qualifications

What You’ll Bring:

• 2+ years of relevant experience
• Proficient procurement systems skills (ie. SAP competence, Ariba, Excel, MRP/ERP)
• Excellent analytical & problem-solving skills, good exercise, judgement and critical thinking
• Strong interpersonal skills and maintain collaborative relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders
• Well organized with attention to detail and ability to prioritize time sensitive activities
• Strong oral & written communication skills
• Highly motivated to learn and grow, both personally and professionally
• Take initiative to increase process efficiency and drive cost out
• Foster a diverse and inclusive work environment

Nice To Have

• Advanced Excel and data analysis skills, including the ability to extract insights and present recommendations.
• Experience participating in cross-functional projects involving Procurement, Operations, Supply Chain, Finance, or Commercial teams.
• Demonstrated interest in category management, procurement strategy, and value creation initiatives.

Additional Information

What We Offer At Maple Leaf Foods

• Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.
• An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best.
• Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.
• Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, ‘speaker series’ events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.
• Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs.
• Supporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.

We thank all applicants for their interest in exploring employment opportunities with Maple Leaf Foods; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be subject to a background check and must meet the security criteria designated for the position.Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision, living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values, and delivering winning results. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired; please contact our Talent Attraction Team at [e-mail]: Please note that salaries posted on sites other than the MLF Careers Page are not a reflection of Maple Leaf Foods and are an estimated salary range provided by that particular job board. Maple Leaf Foods offers competitive wages and an attractive total rewards package, which will be discussed during an interview with our Talent Team.

Company Description

About Us:

We’re a carbon neutral food company on a purposeful journey to Raise the Good in Food through better nutrition, safer food and workplaces, more humane animal care, and environmental sustainability efforts that protect our planet. We care about our communities and commit to reducing food insecurity in Canada. Join us on the journey. Let’s build a better future, together.

We’re passionate about food. For more than 100 years, we’ve made delicious, healthy protein that Canadians love under iconic national and regional brands, like Maple Leaf®, Schneiders®, and Greenfield Natural Meat Co.® We’re on a journey to become the most sustainable protein company – not just in Canada – but on earth.

We are carbon neutral.

We are one of the only food companies in Canada to set science-based targets.

We’re a global food company with approximately 10,000 team members. We operate sites in 20+ locations across Canada. We also have locations in the U.S. and Mexico, and do business in Asia.

A Diverse And Inclusive Work Environment

Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision and living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values. We believe in building, investing in, recognizing, and rewarding remarkable people who value an inclusive workplace, embrace all forms of diversity, and commit to including every voice in our collaborative environment. We’re so much stronger when we know we’re accepted and valued for who we are and what we each bring to the workplace.

We embrace a strong, values-based culture

• Doing What’s Right
• Shared Value
• High Performance
• Diverse and Inclusive Teams
• Disciplined Decision Making
• Our Accountability
• Intense Curiosity
• Transparency and Humility

Disclaimer: Please note that salaries posted on sites other than the MLF Careers Page are not a reflection of Maple Leaf Foods and are an estimated salary range provided by that particular job board. Maple Leaf Foods offers competitive wages and an attractive total rewards package, which will be discussed during an interview with our Talent Team.

We use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of our recruitment process. AI does not make hiring decisions; all decisions are made by human reviewers.