We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Purchasing Manager to oversee procurement operations for our food manufacturing facility. The successful candidate will be responsible for sourcing raw materials, packaging, and essential supplies while ensuring cost optimization, product quality, and regulatory compliance.
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The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of food safety standards, vendor management, and supply chain practices specific to the food industry.
Advantages
Salary: Competitive range of $70,000 to $90,000, based on experience.
Benefits include:
3 to 4 weeks of vacation, depending on experience
Performance bonus program (eligible after 3 months)
Group medical and dental coverage, partially employer-funded
Responsibilities
Develop and implement effective procurement strategies to ensure the timely and cost-efficient purchase of ingredients, packaging materials, and production-related services.
Identify, assess, and qualify suppliers in compliance with food safety standards and production requirements.
Negotiate contracts, pricing, and service agreements while ensuring consistent quality and reliable supply.
Monitor supplier performance in terms of delivery timelines, compliance, quality, and responsiveness.
Collaborate closely with Quality Assurance, R&D, and Production teams to ensure raw materials meet all safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
Maintain optimal inventory levels to support production schedules.
Identify and mitigate supply chain risks such as seasonality, product recalls, and regulatory changes.
Supervise, train, and support the development of the purchasing team.
Oversee procurement documentation and reporting processes.
Stay up to date with market trends affecting raw material costs, lead times, and availability.
Lead or contribute to cost-reduction initiatives and continuous improvement projects within the procurement function.
Qualifications
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
5 to 7 years of purchasing experience in the food manufacturing industry, including at least 2 years in a management role.
Strong knowledge of food safety, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance.
Skills:
Excellent negotiation and supplier relationship management skills.
Good understanding of procurement challenges specific to the food industry (perishability, sourcing constraints, seasonal availability, etc.).
Proficiency with procurement software.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Effective communication skills and team leadership capabilities
Summary
Are you interested in this role based in Montreal, or are you simply exploring new career opportunities?
Feel free to contact me to discuss further!
By email: Karine.durand@randstad.ca
To view the full list of current openings, please visit: www.randstad.ca
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 are seeking an experienced and results-driven Purchasing Manager to oversee procurement operations for our food manufacturing facility. The successful candidate will be responsible for sourcing raw materials, packaging, and essential supplies while ensuring cost optimization, product quality, and regulatory compliance.
The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of food safety standards, vendor management, and supply chain practices specific to the food industry.
Advantages
Salary: Competitive range of $70,000 to $90,000, based on experience.
Benefits include:
3 to 4 weeks of vacation, depending on experience
Performance bonus program (eligible after 3 months)
Group medical and dental coverage, partially employer-funded
Responsibilities
Develop and implement effective procurement strategies to ensure the timely and cost-efficient purchase of ingredients, packaging materials, and production-related services.
Identify, assess, and qualify suppliers in compliance with food safety standards and production requirements.
Negotiate contracts, pricing, and service agreements while ensuring consistent quality and reliable supply.
...
Monitor supplier performance in terms of delivery timelines, compliance, quality, and responsiveness.
Collaborate closely with Quality Assurance, R&D, and Production teams to ensure raw materials meet all safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
Maintain optimal inventory levels to support production schedules.
Identify and mitigate supply chain risks such as seasonality, product recalls, and regulatory changes.
Supervise, train, and support the development of the purchasing team.
Oversee procurement documentation and reporting processes.
Stay up to date with market trends affecting raw material costs, lead times, and availability.
Lead or contribute to cost-reduction initiatives and continuous improvement projects within the procurement function.
Qualifications
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
5 to 7 years of purchasing experience in the food manufacturing industry, including at least 2 years in a management role.
Strong knowledge of food safety, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance.
Skills:
Excellent negotiation and supplier relationship management skills.
Good understanding of procurement challenges specific to the food industry (perishability, sourcing constraints, seasonal availability, etc.).
Proficiency with procurement software.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Effective communication skills and team leadership capabilities
Summary
Are you interested in this role based in Montreal, or are you simply exploring new career opportunities?
Feel free to contact me to discuss further!
By email: Karine.durand@randstad.ca
To view the full list of current openings, please visit: www.randstad.ca
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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