The Purchasing & Inventory Specialist is responsible for purchasing and managing of inventory of bulk chemical, factory supplies and packaging supplies for the overall company operations. The Purchasing & Inventory Specialist will also support the Procurement Manager in approving and qualifying new vendors.

• SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain accurate inventory counts on a weekly basis, or as needed, for all bulk chemical, packaging supplies and factory supplies, including all filtration supplies, process chemicals, CIP chemicals and effluent chemicals/supplies.
• Conduct month end inventory counts for all supplies to assist the accounting staff in month end financial closing.
• Maintain regular contact with all outside suppliers/vendors to purchase all supplies as is required to meet operational needs.
• Work with the Procurement Manager to identify, qualify and negotiate competitive prices with new and existing vendors.
• Track and understand all lead times for supplies and changing market conditions to prevent any out-of-stock situations.
• Ensure that all supplies and chemicals are received on time, are not damaged upon receipt and stored in the correct location.
• Improve overall inventory management to make inventory counts easier, keep supplies in good condition, organized, etc.
• Understand production usage and report on higher-than-normal usage.
• Assist Operations and Accounting in yearly budgetary process for all supplies and report on actual usage versus budget throughout the fiscal year.
• Must follow food safety regulations.
• This position has the capability to allow for a hybrid work schedule. Please refer to our Telecommuting Policy as outlined in our handbook
• Other duties as assigned.

Some of the reasons our selected candidates will want to work with us:

·Insurance benefits such as:

· Health, Dental & Vision

· PTO

· Employee Recognition Programs

· RRSP with match.

· 10 Paid Holidays per year

· Annual Bonus (*based on achievement of assigned goals & company performance)

· Company-sponsored engagement events.

• EDUCATION REQUIRED

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or equivalent experience

• TRAINING AND SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED

Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel is required; Good computer skills.

Purchasing and Inventory Management or 3+ years in a manufacturing environment

using computer management tools, with demonstrated leadership skills.

Strong organizational skills.

Strong communication skills (written and oral).

Problem-solving skills.

Ability to prioritize.

Reliable, motivated, dedicated, and committed.

Must demonstrate a continuous improvement mindset.

• EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

3+ years purchasing & inventory management experience in a manufacturing environment using computer management tools.