A manufacturing company in Toronto, ON is looking for a Buyer to join the team!

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Review MRP (Material Requirements Planning) Report daily and use it to develop purchase orders and meet production needs.

Monitor purchase orders and liaise between suppliers and Apollo staff.

Coordinate with internal staff to review and maintain adequate supplies in order to meet production requirements, while keeping inventory to a minimum.

Multi-source materials to ensure low risk and negotiate the best price possible

Attend and participate in daily production meetings and weekly new product meetings

Enforce vendor compliance

Assist with Material Requisition Forms (MRF)

Meet/communicate with suppliers in order to discuss new business, negotiate contract prices, etc. in a cost effective manner considering the level of demand, warehouse space available and current inventory levels

Interact with vendors and address, respond, manage, prioritize and follow up on inquiries/problems in order to ensure a positive relationship with the suppliers

Solicit and analyze supplier quotes and award new business

Monitor Material Requirement Planning (MRP) requirements such as additions, changes and deletions to meet production needs

Liaise with Warehouse staff to optimize space allocation (shared responsibility)

Manage and keep all inventories current and up to date

Monitor and expedite delivery dates, arrange transportation details with suppliers

Verify and authorize invoices

Verify inventory as required

General office administration and backup coverage for other Buyers on the Purchasing Team as required

Other projects as assigned

Perform other duties as assigned

Education & Experience

° University degree in a related field

° 5 years work experience in a purchasing role

° Experience in purchasing in low cost countries with long lead times

° Experience purchasing components such as packaging, labels, etc a strong asset.

° Excellent time management and organizational skills, ability to multi-task and prioritize

° Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel and Project)