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Senior PurchaserPacific Coast Fruit Products Ltd. • Abbotsford, BC, Canada
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Senior Purchaser

Senior Purchaser

Pacific Coast Fruit Products Ltd. • Abbotsford, BC, Canada
13 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

About Us

Pacific Coast Fruit Products (PCFP) is a leading processor and distributor of premium fruit-based ingredients. We partner with global brands and distributors to deliver high-quality, innovative, and sustainable fruit solutions. We’re looking for a Senior Purchaser to join our team and play a critical role in growing existing customer relationships, ensuring seamless service, and delivering value that strengthens long-term partnerships.

Job Overview :

We are looking for a Senior Purchaser to join our team and play a critical role in growing existing customer relationships, ensuring seamless service, and delivering value that strengthens long-term partnerships.

You Live and Model the Organization’s Values

Invest in Relationships - We build trust and collaborate to develop long term partnerships

  • You do what’s right for the organization
  • You share knowledge freely to ensure organizational strength and sustainability
  • You make time to help and develop others

Act with Integrity – We are transparent, honest and ethical in all of our interactions

  • You accept that your colleagues deserve your best, always!
  • You exercise excellent judgement and take smart risks
  • You follow through on commitments and own your results
  • Excel at Service – We set the standard for delivering exceptional service

  • You ensure quality always comes first
  • You are easy to do business with
  • You consider the customer in discussions and actions
  • You respond to customer needs with urgency and diligence
  • Deliver Excellence - We aspire for Excellence in everything we do

  • You drive results by making difficult decisions when needed
  • You address the root cause to solve problems
  • You demonstrate your commitment through defined action

    Communication

  • Listen well and seek to understand
  • Communicate concisely, candidly and respectfully
  • You’re an avid contributor to discussions and share ideas and solutions.
  • Curiosity

  • Know your business and our products
  • Proactively seek knowledge
  • Passionate about continuous improvement
  • Connection

  • Embrace diverse backgrounds and cultures
  • Seek out different perspectives and choose the best ideas, wherever you find them
  • Center your approach in the well being of colleagues and the sustainability of communities
  • About the Role

    The Senior Purchaser will be responsible for managing the procurement of direct goods and services necessary for our operations. This role involves regular contact with existing suppliers, analyzing product categories and sourcing markets, negotiating contracts, tracking deliveries, and monitoring long-term project progress. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in purchasing within the food processing industry and excellent analytical and communication skills.

    Key Responsibilities

    Supplier Management :

  • Take ownership of and lead purchase category negotiations under the direction and leadership of the Strategic Procurement Manager
  • Analyze, formulate and recommend a supplier mix for each purchase category ensuring best value outcomes based on long term agreements
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure reliability, frequent transparent communication and monitor quality
  • Evaluate and develop suppliers’ performance by providing feedback, identifying areas of improvement and implementing lasting solutions
  • Procurement :

  • Develop and manage purchase contracts and purchase orders in accordance with company policies and Sales forecasts under the directions of the Strategic Procurement Manager.
  • Collect periodic and spot forecasts from Sales, assist Production in production scheduling.
  • Monitor and track orders to ensure timely delivery and resolve any issues that arise.
  • Collaborate and share delivery information with Logistics and in line with Production schedules and Sales expectations.
  • Cost Control :

  • Analyze market trends, product availability and pricing, build and utilize a reliable industry network and collect information to inform purchasing decisions.
  • Identify and drive cost saving and cost avoidance initiatives tailored to the respective purchase categories, the specific market situation and the Company’s goals
  • Regularly update offers in their respective purchase categories from approved suppliers and provide replacement cost inputs for Sales and Finance
  • Quality Assurance :

  • Ensure all procured goods meet the company's quality standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Collaboration :
  • Work closely with other departments, such as Logistics, Sales, Finance, Production and Quality Control, to align purchasing activities with company goals.
  • Participate in cross-functional teams and projects to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
  • Procurement & Strategic Sourcing certification (CIPS, SCMP, CPSM)
  • Lean or Six Sigma certification
  • 4-7 years of experience in a purchasing role, preferably within the food processing industry.
  • Strong analytical and communication skills.
  • Solid networking skills, critical and strategic thinking.
  • Proficiency in ERP software and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Knowledge of industry regulations and quality standards.
  • What We Offer

  • Opportunity to directly impact the growth of a market-leading fruit products business.
  • A collaborative, entrepreneurial culture where your insights are valued.
  • Competitive compensation and benefits package.
  • Career development opportunities in a growing international business.
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