The role of the Procurement Analyst is to ensure the consistent availability of ingredients for production facilities, managing day-to-day procurement functions. This position involves collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, including Supply Management and Formulation teams, to meet customer requirements. Reporting to the General Manager, the Procurement Analyst strongly collaborates with a diverse group of colleagues, (incl. Supply Chain, Formulation) and external ingredient suppliers. The analyst actively contributes to the optimization of purchasing activities, ensuring cost-effective and timely acquisition of materials. The role emphasizes effective coordination and collaboration within the organization and with external suppliers, striking a balance between operational efficiency and strategic procurement.Job Description:Trouw Nutrition is hiring… Are you ready to dive into an exciting and dynamic role as a Procurement Analyst with our team in St-Mary’s, ON? We're on the lookout for an individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is eager to make a meaningful impact within our highly energetic and motivated Procurement team.As a Procurement Analyst, you play a crucial role in managing inbound commodity purchases for our manufacturing facilities. You'll be at the forefront of the grain market, ensuring competitive pricing and timely acquisitions. This isn't just any role; it's an opportunity to delve into a technical landscape, where every buying decision is not only exciting but also pivotal to our success. But that's not all – we're seeking someone who goes beyond the surface, delving deep into discrepancies, identifying cost leakages, and uncovering efficiency opportunities.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESReporting to the General Manager, the Procurement Specialist works closely with our supply chain, and actively contributes to the optimization of purchasing activities, ensuring cost-effective and timely acquisition of materials. We count on your expertise to collaborate within the organization and with external suppliers, striking a balance between operational efficiency and strategic procurement.
Assist with ingredient procurement by determining requirements and purchasing ingredients.
Maintain contract position reports and update system purchase agreements in the ERP system.
Oversee Purchasing's responsibilities in Nutrace, including maintaining and updating standard operating procedures and product spec sheets.
Administer new ingredient and supplier administration, including correspondence, form completion, and data entry into the ERP system.
Manage the protein claims program, collaborating with QA and suppliers for low protein claims.
Address quality issues with ingredients, monitor supplier performance, verify shipping documents, communicate with customs brokers, provide support to the Procurement team, investigate discrepancies, participate in meetings, run procurement reports, and reconcile discrepancies. Additionally, perform any other assigned duties as needed.
KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE
Minimum of 3 years of related experience in Procurement, Customer Service, Sales, or Supply Chain
Well-developed computer skills (MS Office programs), database management, and a strong mathematical aptitude
DEMONSTRATED SKILLS
Thinks and acts like an owner with a safety-first mindset
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Detail-oriented with the ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time effectively
Proven organizational, planning, and prioritizing skills with the ability to adhere to strict timelines
Team player, leadership, and collaboration
NICE TO HAVE
PowerBI or similar reporting software an asset.
Experience with large ERP systems, manufacturing, freight considered an asset.
Ready to embark on this exciting journey with us? If you're passionate about procurement, thrive on challenges, and are eager to contribute to a collaborative and dynamic environment, we want you on our team! Join us at Trouw Nutrition and be part of a team that values innovation, teamwork, and continuous improvement.We, in turn, will take great care of you through our commitment to continuous learning, supportive team and an attractive total compensation package that includes a bonus, competitive health package and retirement benefits!We are committed to employment equity, and we encourage applications from qualified individuals, including women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities.Our corporate values FEED your career: Passion | Inclusivity | Integrity | Trust | Curiosity. These values are engrained into our core and shape everything we do.Please note that candidates applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada. #SPTNOur organisation:Trouw Nutrition is the global leader in innovative feed specialties, premixes and nutritional services for the animal nutrition industry. Trouw Nutrition provides species-specific nutritional solutions consisting of feed concepts, products and nutritional know-how. The unique combination of products, models and services Trouw Nutrition offers, boosts productivity and supports animal health through all life stages, contributing to our customers' peace of mind. Trouw Nutrition's nutrition solutions have met the need of farmers and home-mixers, feed producers, integrators and distributors. Trouw Nutrition has locations in 25 countries and around 5000 employees. Our mission is Feeding the Future.Equal Opportunity Employer:Trouw Nutrition is an equal opportunity employer; applicants are considered for all roles without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital, parental, military status or any other status protected by applicable local law. Please advise us at any point during the recruitment and selection process if you require accommodation. Trouw Nutrition is committed to compliance with all applicable legislation, including providing accommodation for applicants with disabilities.
