POSITION TITLE: Purchasing Manager

REPORTS TO: Director of Operations

WORK SCHEDULE: Regular, Full-Time, Days

ABOUT ALLSEATING: For more than 40 years, ALLSEATING has been a leader in the design and development of solutions that adjust to the needs of customers in the office, educational, and healthcare industries. Our 150,000 square foot facility in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada is home to our broad line of seating solutions. Whether it’s through innovative designs or comprehensive service programs, we’re always working at making people feel comfortable.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

This is an opportunity for the right individual to join Allseating’s management team and take the next step in their career. The Purchasing Manager has a central role in the overall operations of the business. Supported by a team of 3 buyers, the manager has responsibility for the people management of their team. The Manager will also handle their own select portfolio of buying.

The Purchasing Manager will review the company’s buying practices and over time modify and adjust the safety stock levels and purchasing processes. They will bring experience to the company and adapt to the complexities of the contract furniture industry. It is expected that they will advance the methods and automation in the department over time.

POSITION OBJECTIVES:

Management Responsibilities

• Take a key leadership role in the daily production management meeting and twice weekly scheduling meetings;
• Coordinate with the Technology, Production and Warehouse teams to identify, develop and implement process improvements and automation;
• Evaluate and recommend changes to the purchasing system and implement approved changes;
• Manage, motivate and develop staff to optimize their performance and professional growth;
• Monitor staff to ensure all purchase orders are entered in a timely manner.

Operational Responsibilities

• Forecast future part requirements;
• Determine the optimal safety stock levels and ensure that those are consistently met;
• Monitor inventory levels;
• Collaborate with Warehouse and Production staff to manage inventory and supply demands;
• Investigate supply issues and arrange deliveries for last minute changes or substitutions; including urgent requirements needed for order completion;
• Provide updates to internal departments;
• Maintain accurate MRP data and paperwork for vendors, Receiving, and Accounting.

Buying Responsibilities

• For a select portfolio, review the ERP system daily and create purchase orders (POs) to meet production requirements;
• Follow-up on all purchase orders to ensure on-time delivery;
• Expedite the sourcing of new or replacement parts when shortages are imminent.

REQUIRED SKILLSET: In order to thrive in our fast-paced environment, the candidate must possess the following:

• Must have a minimum of 5 years’ experience in a purchasing function preferably in a manufacturing environment;
• Must have worked with ERP/MRP systems, ideally in a manufacturing environment;
• Must be fully conversant with modern procurement and purchasing techniques;
• Must demonstrate strong attention to detail, time management, prioritization, and follow-up skills;
• Must have strong professional business communication skills;
• Must demonstrate a high level of competency in Microsoft Office suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, etc.);
• Ideally would have a minimum of one (1) year of experience in international procurement;
• Ideally would have a Degree or Diploma in a business-related discipline;
• Ideally would have experience managing small teams;
• Ideally would have a CPIM/PMAC certification, or certification actively being pursued.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: To support our entrepreneurial approach, our home office is a mix of open office and a 150,000 square foot manufacturing facility.

COMPENSATION: Competitive salary of $100,000 to $120,000 per annum including profit sharing and a comprehensive benefits package.

We thank all applicants for their interest in ALLSEATING; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please no phone calls or agencies .

ALLSEATING is an equal opportunity employer. If applicable, in accordance with AODA standards, please inform ALLSEATING of accommodations that are required during the recruitment process.