We are looking for PURCHASING COORDINATOR for our Scarborough location. It's a Permanent position with a 9 month probation period
This position will be reporting to the Purchasing Manager, the Purchasing Coordinator is responsible for supporting the site buyers for multiple Atlantic locations.
Responsibilities:
- Works closely with Buyers during every phase of purchasing process
- Prepares requisitions for required needs of the specific business
- Generate purchase orders to replenish approved products ensuring maximum cost effectiveness and excellent customer fill rates
- Maintain vendor files as they relate to cost, quantity, quality and specifications
- Support management of the quality and on time delivery expectations
- Work closely with company locations for product requirements and inventory control
- Investigate and follow up on any invoicing issues and/or shipping delays
- Ensures the execution of corrective action under his/her responsibilities
- Support company to best practices in purchasing
- Support for all Purchasing Actions (Reporting and validation)
Qualifications:
- Post-secondary education or equivalent experience
- 1+ years purchasing experience preferably in a manufacturing environment
- Knowledge of business practice relating to the purchase, price, terms, shipment, taxes and payment for commodities and services
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and written
- Ability to work cooperatively with internal customers, vendors, and management
- Computer proficiency and good working knowledge of MS Office
- Must be able to multitask and work with tight timelines
Atlantic Packaging is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where all colleagues and customers feel valued and supported. We are committed to developing our team to reflect the diversity of our communities in which we live and work and seek applicants with a wide range of abilities. If you require accommodation, please contact [email protected].