Manager Purchasing / Directeur(trice) des Achats

Kapuskasing, Ontario Posted on March 18, 2024 Position: Manager Purchasing Location: Kapuskasing – Papermill, ON The activity of GreenFirst Forest Products is rooted in the forest! For us, well-managed forests really make sense for our business, our communities, and the environment. We have a deep connection to Canada’s forest lands and sustainability. If this commitment to the environment and Canada’s forests resonates with you, come join our team. GreenFirst is looking for a Manager Purchasing to plan, direct and control all procurement and inventory control regarding raw materials and spare parts while ensuring that quality products are available on a timely basis at low cost and at the most favorable terms and conditions. Commitment : • Live up to GreenFirst’s values, principles, and guidelines. • Bring an open and cooperative attitude to your job, contributing to our positive work environment. • Comply with all health, safety, and environmental standards, as well as applicable regulations and laws. Responsibilities : • Ensure compliance with Kap Paper Inc. Principles and Guidelines, purchasing procedures and standards and applicable legislation. • Ensure short term procurement plan for business unit is prepared • Ensure all raw materials inventory is properly managed and available on a timely basis at low price with favorable terms and conditions • Ensure raw materials specifications are met through effective quality control and deductions applied as appropriate • Ensure employees involved with the handling of raw materials are trained according to legislative requirements (TDG & WHMIS) • Ensure high quality spare parts & operating supplies are secured and available on a timely basis at a low price with favorable terms & conditions while maintaining low inventory levels for the entire site • Ensure high quality materials & services are available on a timely basis at a low price with favorable terms & conditions for site capital projects • Purchases major equipment and negotiate contracts • Ensures the accuracy and approves all blanket orders, service contracts and all purchase orders exceeding $25000 • Ensure departmental budgets are prepared, met and variances explained with appropriate corrective action taken • Ensure raw material price variances are explained and price forecasting is communicated on a timely basis to the operating /business units • Prepare and implement cost and working capital reduction programs and explain variances from target • Ensures compliance with health & safety and environmental regulations /policies & procedures and takes appropriate corrective action when required • Assist in the development of a health and safety plan and accountable for it’s implementation and maintenance • Ensure all employees in the dept. demonstrate maximum effectiveness in role and are developed for potential future advancement including objectives setting and performance appraisals as appropriate • Assist in the preparation of and implement a communication program to promote employee awareness, motivation and participation • Ensure full compliance with Collective Agreement and foster sound union/management/employee relations • Ensures suppliers & contractors are treated equitably in connection with sourcing, solicitation, award processes and decisions • Participates in site management meetings as required and completes special assignments Requirements : • Minimum 5 years of experience in a purchasing role • Work experience in a manufacturing environment or similar setting • Completion of post-secondary education/applicable degree • ASCM Certification – an asset • Expert in Excel and strong computer skills to keep digital files updated and manage company’s electronic files • Sound research and analytical skills • Strong negotiating, networking and relationship building skills