Jr. Buyer/Buyer

Crystal Claire Cosmetics, Inc.; Scarborough; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the cosmetics sector is seeking a Jr. Buyer/Buyer to support procurement efforts in packaging materials. This full-time role involves managing quotations, negotiating with suppliers, and aiding in product development while working closely with various departments. Ideal candidates will have relevant experience, strong organizational skills, and a college degree.

Benefits

On-site gym

Convenient public transit

Free parking

Employee health benefits

Corporate discount program

Employer match for retirement plans

Qualifications

• 1-2 years relevant experience for junior level; 3-5 for intermediate level.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage quotations and support material product development.
• Negotiate with vendors for pricing and lead times.
• Monitor inventory levels and create purchase orders.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Communication

Organization

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Education

College / University degree

Job description

Job Title: Jr. Buyer/Buyer (Secondary Packaging/ Labels / MRO)

Department: Procurement

Wage Category: Annual Salary with Benefits

Report to: Sr. Supply Chain Procurement Manager

Location: 165 Milner Avenue, Scarborough, Ontario, Canada M1S 4G7

Job Type: Full-time / Permanent

Overview:

Reporting to the Sr. Supply Chain Procurement Manager, the Buyer will be responsible for supporting material cost management within master data, and assisting with new product development for secondary and tertiary packaging materials, labels, and MRO (Maintenance, Repair & Operations) supplies and services.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Packaging Materials (Secondary & Tertiary):

• Manage and upload quotations on to the system with the IT team.
• Support new material product development in secondary and tertiary packaging categories.
• Generate and Issue POs (e-mail) for materials needed.
• Manage project trackers for all sample requesting.
• Follow up & confirm ETA date for material & update ERP system.
• Assist in obtaining proper paperwork to support receipts (CofC/CofA), as needed.
• Obtain quotes for new materials, including MOQ, lead time & price breaks.
• Assist in alternate sourcing of material, as needed.
• Other duties as assigned by manager.
• Creating purchase orders
• Finding cost-effective sources for supplies
• Negotiating with vendors and suppliers for pricing, lead times and quality
• Analyzing competing offers
• Monitoring inventory levels
• Keeping excellent communication flows with internal departments
• Other duties as assigned by manager

Qualifications:

• With 1–2 years (junior level) or 3–5 years (intermediate level) of relevant experience
• College / University degree
• Microsoft Office – Outlook, Excel, Word
• Detailed oriented
• Good Communication skill – Verbal & Written
• Good Organizational skill
• Knowledge in paper carton and/or label packaging an asset
• Dynamic, meticulous and effective
• Ability to perform multiple tasks in parallel
• Excellent team work skills

We care for our employees:

• Convenient public transit (bus stop right outside the facility)
• On-site free parking
• On-site gym
• Employee Health Benefits
• Corporate Discount Program
• Employer match for Group RRSP/DDSP Program

For more information, please visit our Career page at https://www.crystalclaire.com/careers/ or follow us on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/crystal-claire-cosmetics-inc/.

Please Note: Interested candidates are invited to apply via our online application. Review of the applications will start as soon as possible and continued until the posts are filled. Applicants not contacted for follow up within 3 months after the posting date for application may assume that their applications unsuccessful. For enquiries, please email at [e-mail].