As a Buyer you will have a great opportunity to manage selective key suppliers nationally across all warehouses. This opportunity will enable you to build strong business relationships with suppliers and understand the most cost effective ways to manage inventory across the network.ResponsibilitiesMaintain product availability taking into consideration sales trend, forecast, lead time and cost efficiency: Issuing requests for quotations and purchase ordersManage inventory control for multiple warehouses to include inventory review to reduce and eliminate any obsolete materialsMaintain frequent communications with suppliers to ensure project/quotation and deliveries are on scheduleNegotiate product availability on time to meet customer requirements, managing the process of returning goods to vendorsMeet key suppliers, conduct facility visits to have clear understanding of operational efficienciesWork closely with sales, customer service,



warehouse staff and clientsSupport internal staff with expert knowledge and services, and resolves any customer complaints or problemsRequirementsBachelor's degree and Minimum 3-5 years' supply chain and procurement experience in a high volume distribution environmentCertification from Supply Chain Management Association (SCMA) is preferredAbility to effectively manage inventory and service levelExcellent attention to detail and accuracy with strong analytical and vendor negotiation skillsBasic knowledge of financial statements and trial balance information.Ability to work in a Windows setting with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)Previous experience working with SX Enterprise an asset

📌 Buyer (Cambridge)
🏢 Bunzl Canada
📍 Cambridge