Purchasing Coordinator - Junior

About the job Purchasing Coordinator - Junior

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:

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