Purchasing Specialist I

Role Summary
The Sourcing Specialist supports plant and maintenance operations by sourcing maintenance, repair, operating (MRO), and direct materials to ensure timely availability, cost effectiveness, and compliance with company policies and controls. The role provides primary sourcing support for the Toronto and Edmonton plants and collaborates with other facilities across the network as required.

Reporting Structure

Direct report: Controller

Dotted line: Operations Leader

Key Responsibilities

Procurement & Inventory Management

• Source parts and materials using best sourcing practices to reduce cycle time, optimize cost, and maintain service levels in compliance with sourcing standards and SOX controls.
• Create and manage purchase orders and inventory levels in SAP.
• Run MRP reports daily and process required orders.
• Identify vendors and manage sourcing of lubricants, specialty flu...