Highbury Canco recognizes that our employees, who live, work, and contribute to Leamington and surrounding area, are at the core of our success. We are dedicated to fostering a company culture that promotes growth, education, recognition, and appreciation. With various initiatives and programs, we provide a comprehensive compensation package, extensive training, apprenticeships, and mentoring programs, as well as employee appreciation initiatives. Additionally, our employees have access to exclusive discounts at our Highbury Brand Store.

Our philosophy is centered on your personal and professional growth. We take pride in developing your skills and are committed to promoting team members to new roles within the company whenever possible.

Highbury Canco is seeking an experienced and dynamic Buyer to join our Supply Chain team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for sourcing and procuring packaging and ingredients to ensure the supply of all raw materials for production in a timely, cost-effective manner. This role also involves collaborating with existing and new potential customers, as well as coordinating with various other departments to support business initiatives.

Responsibilities :

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure reliable supply and negotiate favorable terms and conditions.
• Build and strengthen relationships with customer procurement teams, understanding specifications and Total Cost of Ownership (TCO).
• Collaborate with the production planning and inventory control teams to maintain optimal inventory levels and support production schedules.
• Monitor market trends, economic indicators, and conditions to identify opportunities for cost savings and risk mitigation.
• Analyze supplier performance and implement improvement plans using score cards and other metrics.
• Manage supplier claims and resolve any supply issues, such as delays or quality concerns, in a timely and effective manner.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, permits and ethical standards in all procurement activities.
• Drive continuous improvement projects to source new materials and products, ensuring alignment with specifications and R&D.
• Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing, supplier agreements, and Customer PPV (Purchase Price Variance) reporting.
• Develop and manage budgets and financial accruals for procurement activities.

Requirements :

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration/management and/or related Industrial/Operations Management degree.
• Strategic Sourcing knowledge, Process Improvement, Materials Management, and Lean Manufacturing skills.
• 2-5 years of experience in a similar role.
• Supply Chain Certification considered an asset.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Excellent time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Proficiency in computer skills, including Microsoft Office and Excel. Experience with SAP is an asset.
• Ability to lead a cross functional team and collaborate in group settings.

If you're ready to embrace this exciting opportunity and join our vibrant team, we can't wait to hear from you!