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• Purdys Chocolatier is delighted to have been voted by our employees as one of Canada's Best Employers. This esteemed award is a testament to the rich texture of our history and our more than 115 years of dedication to quality, trust,and supportive work environment.
• Job type: Permanent Full Time
• Salary: $53, 000-$65, 000
• Do you love chocolates? As a proud Canadian Chocolatier, we create connection and joy through the power of chocolate and have a great deal of fun doing so.
• We truly value diversity in our workforce and therefore, welcome applicants of all ethnic groups, genders, races, religions, abilities, and backgrounds.
• We’re looking for a Buyer to join our Purchasing team based in the 2777 Kingsway office in Vancouver, BC. This individual will report to the purchasing Manager.
• Job Overview: The Buyer will be responsible for full-cycle planning and procurement of assigned categories in order to meet the business needs.

You will have the opportunity to

• Review inventory levels and requirements for bar wrap; shop supplies; warehouse supplies; consumables; first aid supplies; maintenance items and order as needed to meet production deadlines
• Assist in IQC (Incoming Quality Control) inspection and compile data along with Quality Assurance Team
• Archive – approved artwork/proofs/samples e.g. bar wraps, control samples of purple boxes
• Maintain information/resource database e.g catalogues
• Courier samples, to vendors (local & international) , including preparation of customs documentation for international shipments
• Track vendor performance e.g. actual vs requested delivery date
• Monitor and manage all back-orders for assigned products
• Liaise with ‘customers’ and purchasing dept to report anticipated or current stock shortages that may affect operations
• Coordinate the processing or purchase requisitions and purchase orders as assigned
• Assist in IQC – Incoming Quality Control for all printed packaging
• Assist the Purchasing dept as/when required

You will be a good fit if you

• Have previous experience in the procurement field
• Are detail orientated, organized and capable of working to deadlines
• Have the ability to multitask, prioritize workload and make sound decisions
• Have strong communication, planning and organizational skills and proven problem-solving skills
• Are flexible at handling work requirements - ability to adapt to change and work under pressure
• Are able to work in a fast-paced, team-orientated environment
• Mandarin language is an asset but not a requirement
• Have expertise in Microsoft Excel (required), PowerBI, Syteline (ERP), WMS
• Candidates working towards a professional supply chain or purchasing certification will be an asset (APICS CSCP, SCMP, PMP)

Get ready to enjoy

• • Extended Health & Dental Plan
• • Sickness and Disability Plans
• • RRSP Matching Program
• • Profit Sharing depending on achieving the business goals
• • Purdys Perks (Active Lifestyle Program, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee discount, and much more)
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• We appreciate the interest of all applicants, and while we wish we could personally reach out to everyone, we can only contact those selected for an interview.

• We genuinely care about providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you require assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please reach out to us via email at resumes@purdys.com. We're here to help!