29 Oct
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Olympic Wholesale Co.
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Ajax
29 Oct
Olympic Wholesale Co.
Ajax
.Job Title: Buyer
Location:
On-site | 75 Green Court, Ajax, ON
Job Type
Full-time | Permanent Reports To: Purchasing Manager Date Posted: October 27, 2026
About the Role
Olympic Wholesale is seeking a detail-oriented and strategic Buyer to join our Purchasing Team. This position plays a critical role in sourcing quality products, negotiating competitive pricing, and fostering strong supplier relationships to support our expanding operations in the food distribution industry. As a Buyer, you will oversee purchasing activities with a focus on packaging and other product categories. You’ll collaborate closely with internal teams—including marketing, logistics, and operations—to ensure inventory needs are met efficiently while supporting broader cost-saving and product development goals. Duties / Responsibilities
- Manage the procurement of goods in accordance with company policies and procedures
- Negotiate pricing, contracts, and terms to maximize value and maintain healthy margins
- Build and sustain strong supplier partnerships through effective communication and performance tracking
- Monitor inventory levels, including forecasting and planning for seasonal demands and shelf-life-sensitive products
- Coordinate with logistics and supply chain teams to ensure timely and accurate delivery
- Work with the marketing and sales departments to align product selection with customer demand
- Analyze purchasing and sales data to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities for improvement
- Identify and implement cost-saving strategies while maintaining quality and service standards
- Create and maintain accurate purchasing records and reports
- Support ongoing improvement initiatives within the purchasing function
- Collaborate with other departments to ensure alignment with corporate objectives Required Skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent negotiation and public relations abilities
- High attention to detail and organizational skills
- Solid understanding of customer needs and market trends
- Strong analytical and data interpretation skills
- Professionalism and ability to represent the company with external partners
- Comfort with public speaking and cross-departmental collaboration Qualifications & Experience
- 3–5 years of progressive experience in a purchasing or procurement role (experience with packaging or paper products is an asset)
- College diploma or university degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field (or equivalent work experience)
- Working towards or completion of a PMAC/SCMA designation is a strong asset
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Solid proficiency in Microsoft Excel is required); experience with ERP or procurement software preferred
- Strong numeracy skills, including handling exchange rates, cost analysis, and percentages
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
We Offer
- Competitive compensation
- Extended health care
- Vision care
- Paid time off
- Discounted or free food
- On-site parking Why Join Olympic Wholesale? At Olympic Wholesale, we pride ourselves on innovation, adaptability, and teamwork. As a Buyer, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on our operations while growing your career in a thriving company that values your contribution. We’re committed to continuous improvement and fostering an environment where team members feel empowered and engaged. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Olympic Wholesale is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including but not limited to race, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability, and lived experience.
Job Type
Full-time Pay: $50,000.00-$58,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off Licence/Certification:
- PMAC/SCMA designation (preferred) Work
Location:
In person
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