Senior Buyer

Title: Senior Buyer (onsite)Reports to: Purchasing and Inventory Control ManagerBased at: Mucci International Marketing Inc., Kingsville, OntarioType of Employment: Full time, permanent, extended hours depending on workload and priorities, which will include Saturdays.Job Responsibilities and Accountabilities:Develop and maintain strategic sourcing documents and acquire in-depth subject matter expertise and market intelligence for category.Ability to independently and confidently coordinate highly complex multi-functional strategies.Manage, develop, and nurture supplier relationships to maximize long-term Total Cost of Ownership and minimize business risk.Apply experience to identify problems and find creative solutions to meet customer demands.Ensure timely, accurate entry and confirmation of purchase orders to support assigned duties.Expedite Purchase Orders as required to meet stakeholder requirements and timelines.Oversee Direct and Indirect Spend categories which include Corrugate, Resin (Trays, Films, Bags), Labels, MRO, Services and Capex supplies.Build RFQ’s, search suppliers; issue and award BIDs in order to provide the best cost benefit to the company.Prepare and present reports regarding market conditions and organizational spend to Senior Management.Analyze inventories to determine how to increase inventory flow, reduce waste and develop appropriate min/max levels.Ensures storage and inventory control are performed in an efficient manner.Update Purchasing and Inventory Manager on any current or foreseeable inventory issues.Accurately track and monitor all open purchase orders, ensuring pricing, quantity and ship dates are held.Analyze inventories to determine how to increase inventory flow, reduce waste and develop appropriate safety stock levels.Work with cross functional teams and assist the Inventory Control team with maintaining proper inventory levels.Any other job duties, tasks, and responsibilities as assigned.Qualifications:Minimum 3 years of experience in a Senior Buyer/Intermediate role.Strong ability to negotiate with Suppliers.Must have strong time management skills with an emphasis on meeting deadlines.Highly energetic and assertive with strong leadership skills.Experience in leading and managing a team.Advanced MS Office skills (Excel).Excellent, interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.Physical Abilities:Must be able to sit, stand, and/or walk for extended periods of time.Must be able to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with body, arms, and/or legs.Must be able to lift material regularly up to 14 kg / 30 lbs; and occasionally up to 23 kg / 50lbs.Must be able to climb stairs and stand on feet for an extended period of time.Must be able to work in a temperature-controlled environment of approximately 13 °C / 55 °F.Job Requirements: The incumbent will be committed to customer service excellence and leading by example. A positive attitude in the workplace is required as is the ability to adhere to all human resources, operational and food and health safety policies and procedures.Note: this description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties. Responsibilities, tasks, and duties of the jobholder might differ from those outlined and other duties may be assigned.Mucci welcomes and encourages applications with disabilities to apply. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you require a specific accommodation due to a disability or documented medical need, please contact the Human Resource Department so that arrangements can be made for the appropriate accommodation. Mucci is achieving a culture and work environment that is supportive of employees with disabilities and promotes dignity, independence, integration, and equal opportunity.