Materials & Purchasing Coordinator

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Ontario
$85,000 per year
Permanent
Full-time

23 days ago

Our client, a well-established organization in the Grimsby, Ontario region, is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Materials & Purchasing Coordinator to support their operations. This role plays a key part in ensuring the timely procurement of materials, maintaining strong supplier relationships, and supporting efficient production and service delivery. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys problem-solving, and takes pride in keeping operations running smoothly through proactive coordination and strong communication.What our client has to offer:Competitive compensation based on experience
Opportunity to work cross-functionally with Operations, Maintenance, Sales/Customer Service, and Finance
A stable, team-oriented environment
A role that directly supports operational efficiency and customer satisfaction
Responsibilities:

Source, evaluate, and maintain relationships with suppliers; negotiate pricing and terms; issue and track purchase orders to ensure timely delivery
Monitor inventory levels, support material planning activities, and identify risks related to shortages, delays, or overstock
Coordinate closely with Operations, Maintenance, Sales/Customer Service, and Finance to align material supply with production and customer needs
Expedite critical materials to prevent downtime and support new product launches by sourcing required components
Communicate supply issues, delays, substitutions, or risks proactively to internal teams
Maintain accurate purchasing, inventory, and supplier records within ERP/MRP systems
Generate reports on purchasing activity, inventory levels, and supplier performance; analyze data to identify cost-saving or process improvement opportunities
Track product returns, warranty claims, RMAs, and supplier credits; support Finance with required documentation
Assist in maintaining clear purchasing procedures and support continuous improvement across procurement and supply chain processes

Qualifications:

Diploma or degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field
25 years of experience in purchasing, materials coordination, or supply chain within a manufacturing environment
Strong working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and comfort managing data within digital platforms
Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments
Strong negotiation abilities and confidence managing supplier relationships
Solid analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and inventory management tools
Experience with lean manufacturing, JIT practices, or ISO/quality systems is an asset
APICS certification (CPIM or CSCP) considered an advantage

This posting is for an open vacancy currently available within our clients organization. Interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank all applicants; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.To be eligible for this role, you must be legally eligible to work in Canada.Please note that we use AI tools as part of our recruitment process to enhance efficiency and improve candidate experience.#IND1

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