Best cost sourcing and planning for raw materials and supplies to ensure production schedules are achieved.

• Live Core values

• Negotiate Supply Contracts for materials and services (non-meat)

• Prepare Supply Contracts and Purchase Orders (meat)

• Accountable for managing annual buys for Ingredients and Packaging

• Work with the Sales and Operations teams at both facilities to ensure the planned supplies for the short- and long-term schedule

• ERP – Data Management.

• Quota applications/ reconciliations

• Manage annual Beef / Chicken Quota Applications

• Manage yearly CAB Reconciliation

• Negotiate Transportation and freight

• Carrier and Warehouse claim administration

• Complete yearly USMCA(NAFTA) renewals

• Warehouse and Freight invoice validation

• Identify and implement Cost Saving Opportunities

• Execute RFP’s and Benchmarking exercises in all purchasing categories as required

• Ensure that all products are delivered in accordance with company specifications

• Cross training of others in your department

• Demonstrate Servant Leadership

• SQF and HACCP accountabilities

• Accountable for seeking continuous improvement to our programs and procedures

• Accountable for ensuring there is coverage for planned and unplanned absences which could compromise our policies, procedures, and programs

• Follow company policies and procedures

• Act within the company philosophy

• College education with 2+ years Buying experience, preferably in the packaging or spice industry

• SCMP certification an asset

• Understanding of product costing

• Food industry experience preferred.

• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from all stakeholders

• Strong negotiation and communication skills

• Strong organizational and planning skills

• Excellent computer skills