Copacker Buyer

Position: Copacker Buyer Reports to: Director, Procurement

We are looking for a Copacker Buyer to join our Procurement team! Our Copacker Buyer will be responsible for sourcing, selecting, and managing the relationship with third-party companies (copackers) that will manufacture and package products for our delicious, plant-powerful products.

Opportunities

In this role, you will get a chance to share best practices and implement process improvements! You will have experience in the manufacturing industry and a strong understanding of supply chain management. You will have the opportunity to work with a fantastic team of people who are very collaborative, supportive, and enjoy a fair bit of fun at work!

Here is who you are…

Drive & motivation

• You are health-conscious and have values that align with Silver Hills
• You want to join a progressive family-owned company on a mission to build healthier communities
• You enjoy performing tasks that require a lot of organization, accuracy, and follow-up
• You are looking to build your career in Procurement/Supply Chain field

Character & Abilities

• You have the ability to influence and manage change in a high-paced environment
• You have strong initiative and proven leadership abilities to manage through change confidently
• You are a great communicator who can easily get along and work with different personalities
• You are professional and solutions-oriented

Knowledge & skills

• You have experience with lean manufacturing practices
• You have intermediate Excel skills
• You have strong computer skills (Great Plains, Word, Outlook, Excel, etc.)

Experience

• You have proven experience in a high-stress fast-paced environment
• You have 3-5 years of copacker, sourcing and buying experience

Nice-to-Have

• You have experience purchasing food ingredients
• You have co-packing experience
• You have post-secondary education in supply chain management / procurement

Things you will do…

• Champion procurement activities in a busy food production environment
• Maintain appropriate inventory levels, manage material requirements and associated logistics
• Source food ingredients ensuring items purchased follow established policies and procedures
• Negotiate and track contracts with brokers or suppliers providing analytical data and reports to support
• Generate savings on raw materials and logistics using commodity knowledge to support business objectives
• Ensure the quality of materials, competitive pricing, and sufficient supply at all times

Other…

• May on occasion work at various times including weekends, as the job requires

We offer our team members many benefits to help them achieve their goals and support our company culture:

• Opportunities for career growth and development
• Competitive Healthcare Benefits Package
• Performance Bonus and RRSP Matching
• Free delicious and healthy bread
• Fitness incentive fund to help you thrive
• Friendly and supportive work environment and an ambitious team
• Discounts at our retail store with a great selection of healthy organic products
• Company social events focused around health, great tasting food and getting together as a team

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