Procurement Operations Analyst (Contract)

Pet Valu•Markham, ON

1d•CA$55,000 - CA$60,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Procurement Operations Analyst is a junior, cross-functional role that supports procurement, product setup, and inventory execution activities across the business. This role sits within the Procurement team and is responsible for ensuring the accurate setup of items, effective coordination with vendors, and smooth execution of inventory and purchasing processes. The role acts as a key link between Procurement, Merchandising, Supply Chain, Marketing and vendors to enable efficient product flow from sourcing to store execution. The position combines data analysis, operational execution, and stakeholder coordination, helping drive efficiency, accuracy, and consistency across core business processes.

Requirements

Post-secondary education in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or a related field.
3–5 years of relevant experience in retail, procurement, supply chain, merchandising, or analytics
Strong analytical capability with ability to interpret data and generate insights
Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, data manipulation)
Basic understanding of inventory management principles (stock flow, service levels, forecasting concepts)
Understanding of product lifecycle and item setup processes is an asset
Strong organizational and time management skills with ability to manage multiple priorities
Effective communication and stakeholder management skills
Problem-solving mindset with ability to identify root causes and propose solutions
Collaborative and team-oriented approach
Self-motivated, proactive, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment
Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy

Nice To Haves

Exposure to inventory management, product lifecycle processes, or purchasing activities is an asset
Experience working in a cross-functional, fast-paced environment preferred
Experience with reporting tools, ERP systems, or replenishment systems is an asset
Exposure to procurement and vendor management processes

Responsibilities

Manage and maintain item setup and updates across systems, ensuring accurate product, vendor, and compliance data
Support new item launches by coordinating required data, documentation, and approvals
Maintain product specifications, attributes, and records across systems
Coordinate packaging and product readiness processes, including cross-functional approvals
Analyze inventory requirements and support replenishment activities to maintain optimal GNFR stock levels across distribution centers and stores
Maintain and update replenishment parameters (e.g., min/max, safety stock, order cycles)
Support new item setup, substitutions, and store/event inventory requirements
Monitor inventory performance and investigate issues such as out-of-stocks or excess inventory
Provide data-driven recommendations to improve inventory flow and availability
Support procurement processes for GNFR, including purchase coordination and vendor communication
Act as a liaison between vendors and internal stakeholders to ensure alignment and timely execution
Assist with vendor onboarding, documentation, and ongoing vendor management activities
Coordinate vendor-related activities such as samples, invoicing, and issue resolution
Support sourcing and procurement initiatives by tracking progress and identifying opportunities
Compile, analyze, and maintain data to support product decisions, procurement activities, and inventory planning
Generate and maintain recurring reports on key metrics for internal stakeholders
Track performance against plans and highlight risks and opportunities
Maintain organized data files to support analysis, decision-making, and reporting consistency
Partner with Merchandising, Supply Chain, Marketing, Finance, and Operations to support execution of key initiatives
Support product launches, promotions, and store programs through effective coordination
Communicate updates on timelines, priorities, and key issues to relevant stakeholders
Track tasks and deliverables to ensure timely execution of activities
Investigate operational and data issues, identify root causes, and recommend solutions
Support continuous improvement of procurement, inventory, and product setup processes
Document key processes, assumptions, and standard ways of working to improve efficiency and consistency