Materials & Purchasing Coordinator
Elby Professional Recruitment View all jobs
- Grimsby, ON
- Permanent
- Full-time
- 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
- 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
- Diploma or degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field
- 2-5 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