Procurement Manager

Muskoka Brewery•Bracebridge, ON

About The Position

The Procurement Manager will oversee the procurement of all packaged goods and raw materials, ensuring alignment with departmental budget and forecast objectives. This role involves managing inventory levels, applying best purchasing practices, and maintaining strong supplier relationships. The manager will also play a key role in project management and continuous improvement initiatives within the department.

Requirements

University or College diploma in Supply Chain Management, designation; PMAC preferred
5 years of progressive experience in a CPG manufacturing environment with a proven record of strong inventory management and purchasing methodologies
Advanced MS Excel skills; proficient in MS applications (Access, Word, PowerPoint)
Excellent project management skills with the ability to handle various deadline
Good internal and external customer-oriented communication skills both oral and written
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced environment
Well organized with a strong attention to details
Must be dependable and take accountability for achieving organization’s overall goal and expectations
Ability to work flexible hours should the need arise
Authentic and Caring: Down-to-earth communication skills with a genuine presence.
Thirsty for Change and Innovation: Must be eager to learn and grow and drive for results creatively.
Play an active role in the continuous improvement of department procedures and Health & Safety programs

Responsibilities

Oversee Cycle Counting Program and Annual Physical Inventory and analyze and reconciling with inventory counts and audits for all applicable materials.
Lead all procurement of all packaged goods and raw materials including packing materials, trays, raw ingredients including CO2, boiler water, glycol, and maintenance and equipment supplies supporting the operations departmental budget and forecast objectives.
Assure company targets on inventory levels and controls are met, work closely with the Operations management teams identify material trends and available opportunities.
Work closely with the Head Brewer to develop raw material inventory utilization targets and reporting system.
Apply best purchasing practices by obtaining quotes, prepare price analysis and recommendations.
Ensure material purchases are negotiated at the most competitive price and meet the requirements of operations and ensure PO approvals prior to purchase.
Maintain strong communications with various departments to ensure high quality of materials, and lead on corrective action discussions with the suppliers.
Actively participate and take accountabilities for purchasing’s role within the critical path project management team.
Engage in networking to actively source out potential supplier relationship opportunities, build relations with current suppliers to identify cost savings, quality opportunities and new materials.
Maintain records of all materials specification, track and ensure all materials orders are aligned to specs and standards.
Support resolution of accounting issues with supplier and finance team.
Prepare all reports and maintain up to date documentation related to the procurement function.
Resolve discrepancies/issues, weight and deliveries with all suppliers related to receipt of product and services.
Provide backup for Supply chain team and actively participate in projects as they arise.