“Join us in building Careers and shaping Experiences Beyond the Box” About Us At Atlantic Packaging, every box tells a story and yours begins here. As a proudly Canadian-owned company with over 80 years of excellence in the corrugated packaging industry with operations within North America (Ontario, Quebec and United States), we’re committed to sustainability, customer excellence and community impact. Since 1945, we’ve supported local jobs and built a legacy of trust with our clients and team members. At Atlantic, your ideas matter, your growth is supported and your work makes a real impact.
The Prospect We are seeking an analytical and results-driven Buyer reporting to the Operations Manager who is responsible to manage our end-to-end purchasing lifecycle. In this core role, you will take full ownership of daily buying requirements, work with the Procurement Supervisor for product sourcing and implement strategic vendor initiatives to protect profit margins and ensure competitive pricing.
What You’ll Do Execute daily purchasing functions, taking complete ownership and responsibility for all customer demands and corresponding buying requirements
Maintain and control vendor files to ensure costs and specifications are accurate
Manage vendor relationships and engage in continuous improvement strategies to optimize costs, delivery terms, and other related metrics to ensure maximum profitability and competitive costs
Perform regular analysis on new & existing items to ensure our pricing is competitive & profitable
Work closely with Operations and internal stakeholders to align purchasing with customer needs and expectations
Work with Accounts Payable team to ensure vendor accounts are in good standing




Track market price and sales trends for key commodities to time purchases and mitigate price volatility
Prepare reports on buying metrics, savings, and trends for management
Develop and implement buying plans and sourcing strategies for key spend areas
Develop supplier programs, including performance scorecards, price models, and risk assessment programs
Analyze supplier quotations to select the most cost-effective buying options without sacrificing quality
Prepare customer proposals based on client specifications, ensuring accurate and profitable item costing
Ability to work core business hours of 8:00am – 5:00pm Eastern standard time Monday through Friday
Other duties as required
What You Bring Some post secondary technical training from an accredited institution or minimum 2 years experience in buying. Experience in packaging or redistribution would be an asset
Solid mathematical skills
Excellent analytical, interpretive, and problem-solving skills
Exceptional written and verbal communication/documentation skills
Knowledge of effective negotiation skills and how to apply them to standard business transactions
Ability to efficiently manage multiple tasks and schedule priorities
Self-motivated, detail oriented and the ability to process confidential and/or controlled information




Strong Microsoft office skills, previous ERP system experience would be an asset
Excellent organization and planning skills with ability to perform multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines
Ability to work in a team and autonomously with little direction
What We Offer Comprehensive health, dental and vision coverage (dependents included)
Teamwork-focused culture with sustainability initiatives and social events
A culture of appreciation through a point-based recognition
Opportunities for advancement and internal movement
Education assistance for continuous skill development
Academic scholarships for employees’ children
Safety equipment and PPE support program
Retirement savings and wellness initiatives
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Inclusion and Accessibility Atlantic Packaging is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible and respectful environment for all candidates. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please contact our Talent Acquisition team—we’re here to support you.
We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest in joining Atlantic Packaging. While we appreciate the time and effort invested, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Please Note Candidates who are 18 years or older are required to complete a criminal and background check. Details will be provided through the application process.
Hiring Range : $60,000 - $70,000 per year. A candidate’s experience and knowledge may be factored into the pay a candidate receives for this position. This posting is for an existing vacancy.

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📌 Buyer (Ontario)
🏢 Atlantic Packaging Products
📍 Ontario