Plant Procurement Coordinator

IKO Industries Ltd. is a market leader in the manufacturing of roofing and building materials. IKO is a Canadian owned and operated business with production facilities worldwide and has many years of unparalleled success in the roofing materials industry. Quality, integrity, and trustworthiness are the values that underlie this success, and we have built this company by hiring people who hold these values. People like you
 

Job Description

Reporting to the Regional Manufacturing Director prior to facility commissioning then Plant Manager after plant startup. The Procurement Coordinator will perform systematic and administrative tasks related to the construction, startup and general procurement duties related to plant operation. This role also ensures compliance with Operations Procurement processes, including handling contracts and insurance during operation.

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Location: Brantford, Ontario

Benefits

• Competitive salary - $75,000 - $85,000
• Health Insurance (includes Virtual Health, and HCSA), Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance, Long-term Disability, Short-term Disability
• RRSP Match
• Paid Vacation
• Floating Days
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Engagement Events
• Awards and Recognition
• Tuition reimbursement
• Service Awards
• Employee Perks & Discounts

Job Responsibilities

• Analyze market in order to assess present and future material availability and determine cost effective procurement strategies for the company.
• Locate vendors of materials, equipment or supplies, and interview them to determine product availability and terms of sales
• Implement purchasing and contract management instructions, policies, and procedures
• Participate in the development of specifications for equipment, products or substitute materials
• Resolve vendor or contractor grievances, and claims against suppliers
• Review purchase order claims and contracts for conformance to company policy
• Administer on-line purchasing systems
• Arrange for disposal of surplus materials
• Maintain records of goods ordered and received
• Prepare and process requisitions and purchase orders for supplies, services, equipment and raw materials for both production related materials and production related services
• Ensure purchased items are delivered timely and as specified on the purchase order
• Represent company in negotiating with suppliers directly, in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail
• Analyze market in order to assess present and future material availability and determine cost effective procurement strategies for the company.
• Support inventory control of finished goods
• Work directly with Maintenance Coordinator to support maintenance activities and spare parts procurement
• Support plant with HSE audit requirements including internal and external reporting

Qualifications

• Post-Secondary Degree / Diploma in Business or Supply Chain
• 3+ years of experience in a procurement role.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills with diligence and accuracy.
• Very task oriented to achieve objectives with a strong desire to learn.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong Microsoft Office skills and knowledge of Power BI is an asset
• Experience with JDE or similar ERP system

Note: This is a Safety Sensitive position

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Benefits of Employment: IKO recognizes that its success is due to the strength of its employees. A primary goal of IKO is to promote individual employee's sense of accomplishment and contribution so that employees enjoy their association with IKO. The Company invests in its employees so that they are the most knowledgeable in the industry, and undertakes great efforts to nurture loyalty to, and teamwork at, IKO. We are pleased to offer competitive compensation, health care, a progressive and challenging workplace and a commitment to teamwork and integrity.
 

Diversity and Equal Opportunity Employment: IKO Industries Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability. IKO Industries Ltd. encourages and welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.