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COMPANY: EFS-Plastics Inc.

LOCATION: Listowel, Ontario

POSITION: Purchaser - New

STATUS: Full-Time; Monday to Friday

REPORTS TO: VP of Finance & Operations

START DATE: As soon as possible.

SALARY: $70,000 - $90,000 / year.

COMPANY OVERVIEW: 

Are you a highly motivated team player?  Do you want to leave the planet cleaner than you found it?  If so, we want to talk to you! 

EFS-Plastics Inc. is a successful, growing recycling company that recovers plastic from residential recycling programs. Your detergent bottles, milk jugs, and plastic bags all end up at EFS, where we turn them into plastic resin pellets that can be used to make new products. 

Here is an opportunity to be more than a number - join a close-knit team of employees at our Listowel, ON facility.  EFS prioritizes cross-training and offering promotions to committed, ambitious employees.  Enjoy the dynamic, family-like environment, while knowing your work is supported by the strength of the larger EFS Group of Companies (150+ Employees). 

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Purchaser is responsible for sourcing, purchasing, and coordinating the timely delivery of raw materials, production supplies, maintenance parts, packaging materials, and services required to support manufacturing operations. This role works closely with Production, Maintenance, Inventory Control, Shipping, Finance, and suppliers to ensure materials are available while maintaining cost effectiveness, quality standards, and inventory targets.

The Purchaser plays a critical role in maintaining uninterrupted production by proactively managing supplier relationships, monitoring inventory levels, negotiating pricing, and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement within the procurement process.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Procurement & Purchasing

• Purchase raw materials, packaging, maintenance supplies, equipment, tools, and consumables required for daily operations.
• Generate and process purchase orders accurately and in a timely manner.
• Monitor inventory levels and replenish stock to maintain established minimum and maximum inventory levels.
• Source new suppliers and evaluate vendor capabilities based on quality, price, service, and delivery performance.
• Obtain competitive quotations and negotiate pricing, payment terms, and contracts.
• Ensure purchased materials meet company quality specifications.

Supplier Management

• Build and maintain strong working relationships with suppliers.
• Monitor supplier performance regarding quality, cost, delivery, and responsiveness.
• Resolve supplier issues involving shortages, damaged goods, quality concerns, or late deliveries.
• Conduct periodic supplier reviews and identify opportunities for cost savings.

Inventory Management

• Work closely with Inventory Control and Warehouse personnel to maintain accurate inventory records.
• Analyze purchasing trends and forecast material requirements.
• Minimize excess inventory while preventing stockouts.
• Participate in regular inventory counts and reconciliation activities.

Production Support

• Coordinate purchasing activities to support production schedules.
• Communicate potential supply chain disruptions to management.
• Expedite urgent material requirements when necessary.
• Collaborate with Production and Maintenance teams to ensure operational continuity.

Cost Control

• Identify cost reduction opportunities without compromising quality.
• Monitor market pricing and availability of raw materials.
• Track purchasing metrics and supplier performance.
• Support annual budgeting and forecasting activities.

Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain accurate purchasing records and documentation.
• Ensure purchase orders match invoices and receiving documentation.
• Support internal and external audits.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies and ethical purchasing practices.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve purchasing processes.
• Participate in Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Recommend inventory optimization strategies.
• Assist in developing standardized purchasing procedures.

HEALTH & SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Purchaser is responsible for:

• Following all company health and safety policies and procedures.
• Wearing required PPE while in production or warehouse areas.
• Reporting hazards, incidents, and near misses immediately.
• Participating in safety meetings and required training.
• Promoting a safe workplace through proactive hazard identification.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education

• Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Purchasing, Logistics, or a related field preferred.
• SCMP designation or progress toward certification is considered an asset.

Experience

• 3-5 years of purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in plastics manufacturing, plastics recycling, industrial manufacturing, or a related industry is preferred.
• Experience purchasing raw materials, maintenance parts, and production supplies.
• Experience working within an ERP/MRP system.

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong negotiation and supplier relationship management skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Microsoft Dynamics, Sage, NetSuite, or similar.
• Understanding of inventory control principles.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and production scheduling.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Accountability
• Integrity
• Teamwork
• Customer Focus
• Initiative
• Continuous Improvement
• Results Orientation
• Planning and Organization
• Decision Making
• Negotiation
• Adaptability
• Cost Consciousness

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Primarily office-based with frequent visits to manufacturing and warehouse areas.
• Exposure to noise, forklifts, machinery, and varying temperatures while in production areas.
• Occasional lifting of up to 25 lbs.
• Occasional overtime may be required to meet business needs.

EFS-plastics is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all that express interest in joining our team, however only those candidates selected will be contacted regarding additional assessment stages. Accommodations are available for any part of the recruitment process upon request.