Key Responsibilities

Ensure materials are available to support production by:
Reviewing MRP requirements and issuing purchase orders to meet production schedules.
Monitoring inventory levels, supplier performance, lead times, and material availability to minimize supply disruptions.
Identifying and resolving potential shortages, late deliveries, and other supply risks with a strong sense of urgency.
Reviewing purchasing, inventory, and forecasting data to support proactive decision-making.
Partnering with Planning, Logistics, Warehouse, Finance, and fellow Buyers to resolve supply challenges and maintain productive operations.
Maintaining accurate purchasing documentation, supplier records, pricing, and material data within the ERP system (IFS).
Monitoring ingredient shelf life and inventory levels to reduce waste and prevent write-offs.
Supporting continuous improvement initiatives, ERP enhancements, and purchasing best practices.

Support informed business decisions by:
Providing purchasing recommendations and inventory insights to support production planning.
Maintaining accurate supplier, pricing, and delivery information within IFS.
Communicating supplier constraints, shipment delays,



and potential production risks to internal stakeholders in a timely manner.

Manage purchasing costs by:
Supporting Procurement with demand planning ahead of supplier negotiations and contract renewals.
Resolving pricing discrepancies and ensuring invoices are processed accurately and on time.
Managing supplier non-conformance claims and securing credits when appropriate.
Monitoring inventory levels at co-manufacturing facilities to maintain minimum stock requirements.

Qualifications & Experience
Post-secondary education in Purchasing, Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred.
Experience in purchasing or supply chain within a manufacturing environment.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret purchasing, inventory, and forecasting data.
Advanced Excel skills; experience with ERP systems (IFS) and Power BI is considered an asset.

Compensation & Work Setting
Salary: $65,000-$75,000 based on experience.
Work Workplace: This role is based in our Richmond Head Office. Beginning in September, our corporate teams will work four days per week in the office.

📌 Buyer Twelve Month Contract Richmond
🏢 Nature's Path Foods
📍 Richmond