Purchasing Analyst

The Company Wahl Clipper Corporation is the world leader in the manufacture and distribution of professional and consumer clippers, trimmers, shavers, and personal care devices. Wahl employs 3,300 employees worldwide and our products are sold in more than 165 countries. At Wahl, we are proud of our heritage of excellence as well as our remarkable list of ground-breaking innovations for the present and future for the global market. “Design, manufacture, and market high-quality hair clipping and personal care products as a world leader in professional, consumer and animal markets”. Wahl Clipper is a family run company with over 100 years of heritage and is now managed by the 4th generation of the Wahl family.Wahl Canada is a medium size Canadian organization with a culture that is all about success, respect for the individual, the importance of family, and about building a career for the individual. We take tremendous pride in being a “great place to work” while achieving results that are well above industry standard.The PositionReporting to the Purchasing & Inventory Manager, the Purchasing Analyst role is a new position in response to the dynamic growth experienced in the last few years. This role is part of a team where analytics, insights and attention to details are regarded as essential resources. The Purchasing Analyst will be responsible for interpreting demand forecasts, purchase order and production preparations. This role will assist with inventory management, turnover improvements and coordinating logistics. The successful candidate will be a part of a well-established Team where they will learn a great deal in the field as well as can contribute to process improvements and greater inventory turns.ResponsibilitiesPurchase Orders: Initiate Purchase Orders on a regular basis.Production: Plan and purchase materials for productionCustom/Logistics: Coordinate with Partners to manage shipments and custom clearance, ensuring all documentation and record entries are accurately maintained.Reporting: Generate standardized reports to assist the sales team in identifying opportunities to improve inventory turns, while also creating additional reports to support the Purchasing team. Communication: Meeting with sales and marketing teams to share insights and maintain communication with vendors.Experience ·        Bachelor’s degree in a field such as business, supply chain or related field·        Minimum 2yrs of experience in a similar role·        Sage or D365 experience considered an asset but not a requirement.·        Experience with data analysis and purchasing. Skills ·        Proficient with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint·        Well-organized and detail-oriented, problem-solving, and analytical skills·        Demonstrates curiosity about how processes work and suggests improvements.·        Proven ability to collaborate effectively with teams, strong communication and interpersonal skills.·        Excellent time management skills, demonstrated ability to multitask and prioritize.·        Strong and consistent attention to detailRecognizing trends and ability to implement and monitor appropriate corrective action plans.Converting complex ideas into real, executable action steps with a focus on results.