POSITION TITLE: Purchasing Coordinator

Department/Agency: Affinity Group Canada

Reports to: General Manager

Anticipated Start Date: Immediate

Affinity Group Canada is a well-established, successful, and growing company that prides itself on being one of the premier food brokers in Canada. Since 1989, our success has been driven by the number of industry-leading food manufacturers that we represent. We pride ourselves on having a dedicated sales team, strong customer service orientation, extensive product knowledge, and a professional, challenging, and rewarding work environment.

SUMMARY:

The Purchasing Coordinator will be responsible for the purchasing and supply management of inventory and samples; GS1 data management; Canada customs clearances; inbound freight and logistics; product evaluations; and price list maintenance.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work to determine stock levels
• Work closely with custom brokers, transport carriers, and 3rd party warehouses to ensure the timely delivery of goods to our warehouses
• Manage and replenish stock and sample inventory
• Determine selling and contract pricing for buy-sell inventory
• Build an excellent rapport and mutual business relationship with Suppliers
• Preparation and receipt of all purchase orders
• Ensure imported products meet all CFIA requirements
• Assist with monthly physical inventory counts
• Work with warehouse personnel to manage close to code product

The successful candidates must possess the following Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Have a minimum of 5 years working experience in a Food buying capacity
• Have extensive knowledge of importing food products into Canada
• Have a thorough understanding of distribution/supplier network
• Have thorough knowledge of products being sold
• Possess strong analytical and negotiating skills
• Have excellent oral and written communication skills
• Understand marketing and product merchandising concepts
• Have strong organizational skills
• Be results-oriented and able to multi-task
• Have a great attitude
• Have the ability to meet deadlines

We offer a competitive wage and group benefit package. Interested candidates should email resumes. Only successful candidates that meet our requirements will be contacted. Previous applicants need not apply.