Buyer II (18 months contract)
About The Position
The Buyer II will be responsible for supporting end‑to‑end procurement and supply management for key categories including Value Added Packaging materials, printing paper, carriers, envelopes, stickers, operating supplies, etc. This role ensures seamless continuity of procurement operations during an 18‑month maternity leave period. The Buyer will manage day‑to‑day purchasing activities, vendor performance, inventory levels, transactional SAP/SRM responsibilities, and cost‑saving initiatives. The ideal candidate is an experienced procurement professional with strong SAP skills, excellent communication abilities, and proven success managing multiple stakeholders in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
Requirements
- Five (5)+ in Purchasing, Strategic Sourcing and or Supply Chain Management experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment
- Strong knowledge of SAP MM / PTP and familiarity with SRM processes (required).
- Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly PowerPoint and Excel.
- Strong negotiation, analytical, and supplier management skills.
- Proven experience managing multiple stakeholders and priorities.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work independently in a fast‑paced environment.
- Strong understanding of procurement processes and supply chain fundamentals.
- High attention to detail with strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities.
- Ability to manage vendor relationships and deliver results under pressure.
- Team‑oriented with the ability to collaborate across departments.
- Demonstrates initiative, accountability, and continuous improvement mindset.
- Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or equivalent.
- Office-based 5 days per week with potential for travel.
- May require evening or weekend work to meet deadlines.
- Possess either Canadian citizenship, permanent resident status, or valid work permit.
Nice To Haves
- SCMP certificate or equivalent is an asset.
Responsibilities
- Manage full procurement lifecycle for assigned categories.
- Issue and manage Purchase Orders (POs) through SAP and SRM, ensuring accuracy and timely execution.
- Conduct bid analyses, price negotiations, supplier selection, and contract support.
- Develop and maintain category strategies to support continuous improvement and value creation.
- Identify, track, and deliver cost savings, process efficiencies, and optimization projects.
- Maintain strong supplier relationships and monitor performance against KPIs (OTD, quality, pricing).
- Resolve supplier non-conformance, delivery issues, and escalations.
- Collaborate with stakeholders in Client Services, Operations, Planning, Quality, and Finance to ensure alignment and service continuity.
- Manage inventory levels, monitor usage patterns, and ensure timely re-ordering to avoid stockouts or excess.
- Support analysis and actions related to obsolete or slow-moving materials.
- Coordinate replenishment planning using SAP material management tools.
- Contribute to monthly reporting metrics (inventory status, risks, supplier performance).
- Participate in supply-related problem solving and corrective action activities.
- Comply with all G+D Environmental, Health & Safety policies.
- Adhere to Corporate Compliance and Procurement governance standards.
- Support import/export and logistics tasks as needed.
- Complete other procurement and supply chain tasks assigned during the coverage period.
Benefits
- up to 5% bonus
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
