Buyer - Indirect Procurement

Riverside Natural Foods Ltd. • North York, ON

2d • CA$60,000 - CA$70,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Buyer – Indirect Procurement to support sourcing and purchasing activities across our Riverside facilities. In this role, you will collaborate closely with the Maintenance, Operations, Facilities, and Engineering team to ensure timely procurement of goods and services. You will be responsible for managing purchase orders, maintaining supplier data, monitoring inventory levels, and supporting supplier performance improvements. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career professional to develop procurement expertise, grow supplier management skills, and contribute to cost optimization initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or College diploma in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Engineering, or related field.
• 1–2 years of procurement experience (indirect purchasing preferred).
• Strong analytical, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; effective team player.
• Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Experience with SAP ERP is an asset.
• Passion for cost optimization and continuous improvement.
• Ability to travel between facilities is required.

Responsibilities

• Source and procure indirect materials and services (Maintenance, Facilities, Operations, Distribution, etc.) to support plant operations.
• Process purchase requisitions into purchase orders in SAP within 24 hours.
• Manage consumables inventory, including cycle counts, min-max levels, and reorder points.
• Proactively track, expedite, and resolve potential material shortages or order delays.
• Coordinate goods receipts with receiving teams and suppliers.
• Ensure accurate 3-way invoice matching and collaborate with Accounts Payable on discrepancies.
• Maintain supplier master data (pricing, lead times, delivery information, etc.) to ensure system accuracy.
• Assist in evaluating supplier performance, identifying areas for improvement, and driving corrective actions.
• Support supplier selection and onboarding processes.
• Negotiate and manage contracts with local suppliers on pricing, quality, logistics, and service levels.
• Generate and present spend analysis and procurement reports for stakeholders.
• Identify and propose alternative suppliers or solutions for cost savings and service improvements.
• Perform other procurement-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• RRSP matching or 401k matching for an empowered financial journey
• Eligibility to participate in Riverside's Profit Sharing Plan
• Join Employee-Led Resource Groups (ERGs) championing mental health, sustainability, diversity, women, and LGBTQ+ rights
• Develop your career further through our Riverside University program and with our Tuition Reimbursement Program
• An open concept work environment that embodies our Values

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree