We have an exciting opportunity for a Manager of Purchasing and Inventory with a great manufacturing organization in Kitchener.
In this role you will manage and lead the day-to-day operations of the business, including forecasting/planning inventory, purchasing, vendor management, inventory review, and order fullfillment. The right candidate for this role will have an analytical mindset coupled with great communication and leadership skills to encourage collaboration with various departments and international teams.
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Advantages
-Competitive salary with annual reviews
-Company paid health benefits
-Health care spending account
-Group RRSP contributions
-3 weeks vacation
-Programs and opportunities for career development
Responsibilities
Responsibilities include establishing and maintaining standard operating procedures, developing and reviewing processes, forecasting supply requirements, managing purchase requests, communicating with global teams, monitoring vendor performance, managing inventory counts and space utilization, overseeing order fulfillment and returns, and contributing to Navision system support. This also includes team management responsibilities such as performance management, training, and fostering a positive work environment.
Qualifications
-Degree or Diploma in Purchasing or a related field and/or procurement experience.
-APICS and CPIM certifications are assets.
-2+ years supervisory or management experience.
-5 years’ experience in Purchasing and Inventory Management.
-Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
-Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
-Strong leadership experience, leading and mentoring
-Experience with an ERP system (Navision is an asset)
-Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills.
Summary
If you are a highly organized and detail-oriented individual with a proven track record in purchasing and inventory management, and a passion for leading and developing teams, we encourage you to apply. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and growing company.
Please apply online or send your resume in confidence to dawn.urbanowicz@randstad.ca
We look forward to speaking with you!
Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.
Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.
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We have an exciting opportunity for a Manager of Purchasing and Inventory with a great manufacturing organization in Kitchener.
In this role you will manage and lead the day-to-day operations of the business, including forecasting/planning inventory, purchasing, vendor management, inventory review, and order fullfillment. The right candidate for this role will have an analytical mindset coupled with great communication and leadership skills to encourage collaboration with various departments and international teams.
Advantages
-Competitive salary with annual reviews
-Company paid health benefits
-Health care spending account
-Group RRSP contributions
-3 weeks vacation
-Programs and opportunities for career development
Responsibilities
Responsibilities include establishing and maintaining standard operating procedures, developing and reviewing processes, forecasting supply requirements, managing purchase requests, communicating with global teams, monitoring vendor performance, managing inventory counts and space utilization, overseeing order fulfillment and returns, and contributing to Navision system support. This also includes team management responsibilities such as performance management, training, and fostering a positive work environment.
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Qualifications
-Degree or Diploma in Purchasing or a related field and/or procurement experience.
-APICS and CPIM certifications are assets.
-2+ years supervisory or management experience.
-5 years’ experience in Purchasing and Inventory Management.
-Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
-Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
-Strong leadership experience, leading and mentoring
-Experience with an ERP system (Navision is an asset)
-Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills.
Summary
If you are a highly organized and detail-oriented individual with a proven track record in purchasing and inventory management, and a passion for leading and developing teams, we encourage you to apply. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and growing company.
Please apply online or send your resume in confidence to dawn.urbanowicz@randstad.ca
We look forward to speaking with you!
Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.
Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.
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