17 Oct
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Ramy Hill Sales
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Mississauga
17 Oct
Ramy Hill Sales
Mississauga
Buyer – Purchasing & Vendor Relations
Company: Ramy Hill Sales
Location: Mississauga, ON
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Work Location: In person, Monday to Friday
Experience: 2–5 years preferred
About Us
Ramy Hill Sales is a Canadian-owned distribution and manufacturing company serving customers across Canada and the United States. Since 2008, we have specialized in providing uniforms, custom menu covers, table linens, name badges, and other products to the hospitality, senior living, healthcare, and corporate industries.
We are a growing company with offices in Mississauga and Vancouver, and we pride ourselves on our customer service, strong supplier relationships, and dedicated team.
About the Role
We are seeking a motivated, organized, and detail-oriented Buyer to join our Mississauga team.
The successful candidate will be responsible for purchasing products and materials, maintaining strong vendor relationships, monitoring purchase orders, and ensuring products are ordered accurately and delivered on time.
We are looking for someone with previous purchasing experience who is highly computer-literate, efficient, and comfortable working in a fast-paced office environment.
This is a hands-on role that requires excellent follow-up skills, attention to detail, and the ability to confidently navigate multiple computer systems throughout the day.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare, issue, and manage purchase orders with domestic and international suppliers.
- Review sales orders, inventory levels, and purchasing requirements to ensure timely ordering of products.
- Communicate regularly with vendors regarding pricing, availability, order confirmations, and delivery schedules.
- Follow up on outstanding purchase orders and proactively address delays or backorders.
- Maintain and develop positive working relationships with existing suppliers.
- Research and evaluate new suppliers based on pricing, product quality,
availability, and service.
- Negotiate pricing, lead times, freight charges, and purchasing terms when appropriate.
- Review vendor quotations and order confirmations for accuracy.
- Resolve discrepancies involving product pricing, quantities, deliveries, and invoicing.
- Maintain accurate purchasing records, vendor information, and product costs in our ERP system.
- Communicate purchasing updates to the sales, accounting, warehouse, and production teams.
- Identify opportunities for cost savings and improvements to purchasing processes.
- Assist with other purchasing and administrative responsibilities as required.
Qualifications & Skills
- 2–5 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, buying, or a similar role preferred.
- Previous experience working directly with vendors and managing purchase orders.
- Strong computer literacy and the ability to work quickly, accurately, and confidently using business software.
- Excellent computer navigation, typing, data entry, and multitasking skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Outlook.
- Comfortable working with multiple programs, spreadsheets, and computer windows simultaneously.
- Ability to quickly learn new software and adapt to changing systems and processes.
- Experience with NetSuite or a similar ERP system is considered an asset.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Professional written and verbal communication skills.
- Confidence communicating with vendors and negotiating pricing or purchasing terms.
- Ability to prioritize competing tasks, meet deadlines, and work independently.
- A proactive, dependable attitude with strong problem-solving skills.
- Experience in distribution, manufacturing, apparel, uniforms, or related industries is an asset.
What We Offer
- Full-time, permanent employment with an established Canadian company.
- Competitive compensation based on experience.
- Benefits after the applicable eligibility period.
- Training on our products, suppliers, and internal systems.
- A supportive and cooperative office environment.
- Opportunities for professional development and growth within the company.
How to Apply If you are an organized, computer-savvy purchasing professional who enjoys working with vendors and keeping operations running smoothly, we would love to hear from you!
Please submit your resume and cover letter for our review.
Please note: Candidates selected for an interview may be asked to complete a brief computer proficiency and purchasing skills assessment as part of the hiring process.
Ramy Hill Sales is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process upon request.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Pay: From $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits
- On-site parking
- RRSP match
- Store discount
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Mississauga, ON L4W 5G5: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- How would you describe your Microsoft Excel proficiency?
- How would you describe your computer skills?
- Which ERP or purchasing software systems have you worked with?
Experience:
- Buying: 2 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person
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