We are hiring a Junior Purchasing Coordinator for our manufacturing client based in Brampton, ON.

Purchasing Duties:

• Review purchase requisitions, ensuring requested items align with the master stock code list, and issue purchase orders accordingly.
• Generate and oversee purchase orders to guarantee accuracy and compliance with company policies.
• Track and manage order statuses, ensuring timely delivery and addressing any arising issues.
• Resolve discrepancies related to shipping, including shortages or overages on original purchase orders.
• Initiate the Return to Supplier process and follow up on supplier actions when defects or damages occur.
• Update supplier contract pricing and maintain accurate cost records in the system.

Inventory Management:

1. Collaborate with production leads to assess current and future material requirements, addressing any material variances.
2. Coordinate inventory activities across production, material, shipping, and customer service departments.
3. Manage materials inventory to support production needs, ensuring stock levels align with demand while minimizing excess.
4. Perform regular cycle counts and physical inventory audits to reconcile records with actual stock.
5. Monitor and manage raw materials and finished goods using the Kanban system, placing replenishment orders as needed.
6. Update the inventory management system with accurate physical counts and adjust stock levels appropriately.
7. Investigate and resolve material variances from completed job summaries.
8. Analyze historical data and stock code BOM to review inventory trends and requirements.

Other Responsibilities:

• Assist in evaluating Material Handlers performance and maintain weekly performance matrices.
• Conduct weekly reviews of materials variance, bin audit, and future free reports to assess material statuses.
• Maintain and organize essential documentation, including purchase requisitions, purchase orders, packing slips, receiving reports, and invoices, for audit purposes.

Qualifications:

Education:

• College or university degree required.

Skills and Knowledge:

• Proficiency in ERP systems; familiarity with Syspro is a plus.
• Excellent teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Detail-oriented and adept at using office software.
• Familiarity with barcode scanning and customs clearance software.

This role demands a proactive individual who thrives in a dynamic environment, ensuring seamless purchasing and inventory management while supporting production efficiency.