Purchasing and Logistics, St. Andrews, NB

Are you a hot commodity?

Our client, a leading, publicly traded, international manufacturer of quality feeds in the aquaculture industry is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Purchaser to join their team in St. Andrews, NB.

Reporting to the Purchasing and Logistics Manager, you will be responsible for the purchasing and logistics functions, continuous improvement and cost reduction. Negotiating and managing all contracts for assigned commodities, you will manage our suppliers, cost, quality, and delivery performance. Understanding, tracking and forecasting the key cost drivers for commodities, you will implement appropriate sourcing strategies to control the company’s purchased material costs and to assure an adequate source of supply and a high commitment to quality.

As our ideal candidate, you will have a business or technology management diploma with three to five years experience in purchasing roles and superior knowledge of commodities and negotiation. A confident individual with plenty of drive and enthusiasm, you will possess excellent problem solving and analytical skills along with the ability to adapt to change. You will be an effective communicator with strong computer skills. A strong background in logistics is essential. A CPP designation is considered an asset.

To express an interest, please contact Jim Wilson at (902) 496-9679 or send your resume in confidence to 6396@CareerWorx.com quoting reference #6396 in subject line.