Purchasing Manager

TreowGroup Recruitment, on behalf of our Niagara-based manufacturing and distribution client, is seeking a Purchasing Manager.

About our Client: Our client is a mid-sized manufacturing and distribution company specializing in industrial and commercial products, with multiple locations across Southwestern Ontario. Dedicated to delivering a seamless supply of products, they take pride in staying at the forefront of industry trends to meet customers' evolving needs.

Job Summary: The Purchasing Manager will oversee procurement, inventory management, and vendor relationships in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while overseeing supply chain strategies. The role involves collaboration with internal teams across sales, operations, and manufacturing to ensure the seamless delivery of goods across multiple warehouse locations.

As the Purchasing Manager, you will enjoy:

• Competitive compensation that reflects your experience
• A comprehensive benefits package
• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact within the company
• A positive, collaborative workplace that values your leadership and welcomes your ideas to help shape the future of the company

Your Day to Day will include:

Strategic Oversight of Supply Chain Process:

• Analyze purchasing data to identify trends, opportunities for cost savings, and process improvements.
• Develop and maintain dashboards and reports to track key performance indicators (KPIs) related to procurement.
• Conduct market research to understand pricing trends and industry benchmarks.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to forecast demand and plan procurement needs.
• Assess and mitigate risks in the supply chain by analyzing data and identifying vulnerabilities.
• Utilize ERP systems to manage purchasing processes and generate insights.

Procurement & Vendor Management:

• Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts with vendors to maximize profitability.
• Manage vendor relationships, addressing performance issues and discrepancies.
• Research, evaluate, and source vendors and products.

Inventory Management:

• Ensure inventory replenishment across multiple locations to meet customer demand.
• Implement inventory control measures to reduce backorders and optimize stock levels.
• Create and manage monthly reports on vendor performance and rebates.

You’ll be a great fit if you possess:

Education and Background:

• 5-7 years of purchasing in the hard-goods distribution industry.
• Post-secondary degree in Business Administration, Materials Management, or a related field.
• Technical expertise in Industrial Engineering is a plus.

Technical Skills:

• Experience managing a high volume of SKUs within hard goods distribution.
• Proficiency in ERP systems for purchasing and inventory management.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word.

Personal Competencies:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to manage internal and external relationships.
• Ability to adapt in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and handle changing priorities.
• Initiative and problem-solving abilities to tackle challenges as they arise.
• High attention to detail, with excellent organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.

Apply Now:

If you are a proactive and innovative Purchasing Manager, we want to hear from you. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply with their resume. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.

Treowgroup Recruitment, as well as our client, is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to building a diverse workforce. We believe in fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment that brings people together to realize their full potential. We are committed to compliance with all applicable legislation, including providing accommodation for applicants with disabilities. Please advise us at any point during the recruitment and selection process if you require accommodation.