Category Buyer

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About the Role

Reporting to the Vice President of Procurement, the Category Buyer is responsible for managing the supply of goods and services to the company in a timely manner with precise attention to detail regarding cost and quality. They will be well versed in creating effective relationships with both internal and external stakeholders and possess excellent communication and analytical skills.

Role Responsibilities: 
• Maintain vendor base which provide optimal total value in service, quality and price for goods 
and services while maintaining the highest code of ethics and conduct
• Source new vendors for new materials, Biomass and components and Services
• Lead the validation and compliance process; ensure company purchasing policies and 
procedures are followed during supplier negotiations and contracts award process
• Negotiate pricing, improve prices and terms of business with suppliers and review opportunities 
to make business savings utilizing negotiation and procurement best practice tools and methods
• Timely ordering of products and components in support of company forecasts
• Promptly handle requisitions to ensure stable supply and timely availability of materials and 
services
• Ensure that all purchased materials and services meet established quality levels and predetermined specifications and requirements
• Work extensively in ERP - managing purchase orders, inventory levels and arrival of goods
• Monitor supplier performance and establish improvement plans as required
• Work collaboratively and effectively with internal departments
• Coordinate and issue return, repair, warranty issues, revisions, and cancellation purchase orders
• Replenish stock on consumables and critical items
• Support achievement of annual cost savings targets
• Coordinate deposits and payments with finance department in compliance with internal 
controls
Experience and Qualifications:  
• 3+ years' experience in a purchasing supply chain role required, preferably in a fast-moving 
consumer goods or manufacturing type environment
• Degree or Diploma in Business or Supply Chain Management, or related discipline required
• Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) certification through the Supply Chain 
Management Association is highly desirable
• Experience with ERP systems required (Microsoft Dynamics an asset)
• Knowledge and experience with production, purchasing, planning, inventory control and 
scheduling.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
 

As a valued member of the SNDL team, you will enjoy:
• Competitive total compensation and incentives
• A top-notch extended benefits package including medical, vision and dental
• An entrepreneurial and innovative environment that fosters growth and continuous learning

We are grateful for the interest in this role from all candidates, however, we will be contacting only those
that are selected for next steps in the hiring process.

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

SNDL is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a welcoming, inclusive, diverse
and safe workplace where all of our team members have equal opportunity to succeed. We know this
begins with recruitment. To honor our commitment, SNDL encourages applications from individuals of all
backgrounds, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, ages and abilities

About SNDL

SNDL is one of Canada's leading and fastest-growing liquor and cannabis companies. As the country's largest private-sector retailer, our portfolio includes well-known banners such as Wine and Beyond, Liquor Depot, Ace Liquor, Value Buds, Spiritleaf, and Cost Cannabis.

We're also one of Canada's largest vertically integrated cannabis producers, recognized for our innovation, low-cost manufacturing, and award-winning brands including Top Leaf, Contraband, Palmetto, Bon Jak, La Plogue, Versus, Grasslands, Vacay, Pearls by Grön, No Future, and Bhang Chocolate.

Driven by purpose, performance, and people, SNDL is shaping the future of retail and cannabis by bringing people together through exceptional products and experiences.

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