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Procurement Specialist

Procurement Specialist

Scale Staffing • Arthur, ON, ca
12 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Procurement Specialist

Location: Arthur, ON

Join Our Client's Team

Our client is a well-established, family-owned pork processing company with over 30 years of success in the food manufacturing industry. With a strong commitment to quality, operational excellence, and continuous improvement, the organization offers a collaborative environment where employees can make a meaningful impact and grow their careers.

Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Procurement Specialist will play a key role in supporting plant operations by ensuring timely, cost-effective procurement of materials and services while building strong supplier relationships.

Position Overview

The Procurement Specialist will work closely with the Plant Manager and leadership team to provide operational procurement support for a fast-paced and growing pork processing facility. This role is responsible for strategic sourcing, supplier management, contract administration, inventory support, and driving cost-saving initiatives while ensuring uninterrupted production operations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead end-to-end Request for Proposal (RFP) processes, including preparation, supplier evaluation, negotiations, and contract execution.
  • Source and procure manufacturing supplies to support uninterrupted production.
  • Negotiate pricing, contracts, and service agreements with vendors while building strong supplier relationships.
  • Coordinate with the Production Manager and Supervisors to monitor inventory levels of operational supplies, including uniforms, chemicals, cardboard, boxes, packaging materials, bags, and other consumables.
  • Monitor contract expiration dates and proactively manage renewals or initiate competitive sourcing activities.
  • Serve as the plant's subject matter expert for Purchase Orders (POs), vendor setup, and procurement processes.
  • Provide training and support to internal stakeholders on procurement systems and best practices.
  • Identify cost-saving opportunities and track procurement performance metrics.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with Operations, Production, Finance, and suppliers to improve procurement efficiency and ensure compliance.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to operational excellence.




Requirements


Qualifications

  • 2–4 years of professional procurement, purchasing, supply chain, or related experience.
  • Candidates with less experience but a strong willingness to learn are encouraged to apply.
  • Post-secondary degree or diploma in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Purchasing, Logistics, Finance, or a related field is strongly preferred.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.
  • Experience using ERP systems is considered an asset.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.
  • Strong negotiation and supplier relationship management skills.
  • Experience reviewing, drafting, negotiating, or administering contracts.
  • Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
  • Detail-oriented with the ability to work effectively under tight deadlines.
  • Strong customer service mindset with excellent teamwork and collaboration skills.

Work Environment

  • Full-time, on-site position based at the manufacturing facility.
  • Primarily office-based with regular interaction on the production floor to support operational procurement activities.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

  • Join a stable and growing food manufacturing organization.
  • Opportunity to influence procurement strategy and supplier performance.
  • Collaborative leadership team with opportunities for professional growth.
  • Make a direct impact on plant operations and continuous improvement initiatives.

If you're a proactive procurement professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and building strong supplier partnerships, we'd love to hear from you.




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