Apple Valley Foods Inc. is a food manufacturer located in Kentville, Nova Scotia with sales throughout North America. The company is currently seeking a detail-orientated Raw Material Coordinator to work in a rapid paced, progressive and growing environment.

Reporting to the Purchasing Manager, the successful candidate will:

- Able to carry out all required aspects of purchasing, inventory management and control including shipment, loading and storage activities
- Responsible for processing of purchasing transactions and maintaining inventory to meet production requirements
- Work effectively with planners, buyers, supplies and production managers
- Minimize material shortages to ensure the production schedule is attained. Make alternate arrangements in the event of shortages or delays to minimize impact
- Identify, recommend and implement ways to improve inventory holdings
- Participate in departmental and interdepartmental meetings as required
- Maintain accurate inventory. Identify obsolete and excess inventory
- Generate reports through Excel as required





The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications and experience:
- Post-secondary education in Inventory, Purchasing or Business is preferred or equivalent experience (minimum 5 years)
- Energetic and able to keep on top of various projects
- Strong time management and organizational skills are required
- Strong knowledge of MS Office programs including Word, Excel and Outlook
- Advanced Excel skills required
- Previous experience with Syspro/MRP systems would be an asset
- Follow all company, Food Safety and Health & Safety policies
- Possess strong written, verbal and oral communication skills

Pay: From $32.15 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits

- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Work Location: In person

📌 Raw Material Coordinator (Kentville)
🏢 Apple Valley Foods
📍 Kentville