Buyer / Scheduler

We are looking to bring a Buyer / Scheduler on board in our clients Brampton, Ontario office. The key function of this role is to manage purchasing and scheduling processes, making use of various software systems and tools, while ensuring smooth communication within the team.

Responsibilities

Responsible for entering formulations into the ERP system, working with the Plant Manager (PM) to ensure instructions and materials are accurate

Prepare daily production schedules, working with the Production leads to ensure the schedule is followed and work orders are being completed in a timely fashion

Monitor production progress and communicate to customer service and Director of Supply Chain (DSC) of any issues.

Determines with the input from the DSC and PM when extended hours or a second shift is required.

Issue work orders per material planning report and customer orders

Review WOs and change appropriately due to substitutions

Review long-term forecasts to identify and mitigate possible capacity / material issues and recommend appropriate action.

Review long-term forecast to build stock and prepare for busy season

Co-Ordinates Outsourced production :

Determines requirements

Communicates with vendor to determine pricing and completion dates

Co-ordinated purchasing of packaging and raw material and ensure deliver to third party production location

Reconciles inventory when production is completed.

Purchasing :

Negotiate with vendors on pricing and terms where needed or asked.

Entering and reviewing price lists and challenging increases deemed unfit

Prepare and reviewing daily purchasing scan

Ensure all certificate of analysis, SDS and Specifications are received from vendors

Issue purchase order, confirming and expediting to ensure timely delivery of goods

Identify any potential shortage and work to fill any gaps to ensure continuance of production

Reacting to change in demand and coming up with alternative supply scenarios to ensure production does not stop

Prepare quarterly raw material schedules and issue purchase orders accordingly

Review weekly raw material schedule

Review any invoice discrepancies from vendors and resolve the issues.

Receipt Purchase orders into inventory

Rectifying Inventory / Shipping / Receiving discrepancies

Other :

Back up For Traffic Specialist when vacation time occurs.

Occasionally assist Technical with Label and SDS creation when needed

Technical Skills and Prior Experience :

3-4 years’ experience in Purchasing and Scheduling

Excellent Problem solver

Excelling communication both verbal and written

Excellent Organization skills

Self-motivated

Education : Bachelor of Business

Supply Chain Management Certificate / Designation an asset

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