Senior Purchaser
7 Seas Fish Co. – Richmond, BC
About Us
7 Seas Fish Co. is a trusted seafood supplier committed to delivering high-quality, fresh, and sustainable seafood. Based in Richmond, we are known for our strong supplier relationships, reliable service, and dedication to excellence in the seafood industry.
Position Overview
The Purchaser shall source and purchase assigned products by developing and implementing sourcing strategies to optimize sales and profit performance, based on the concept of lowest Total Procurement Cost, in order to provide high service performance for our customers balanced with cost effective inventory management practices. Food safety is critical to the success of 7seas. The incumbent is responsible to adopt & carry out the food safety practices of the company and to report any food safety issues to their immediate supervisor.
Key Responsibilities
- Build and maintain positive relations with supply partners.
- Source assigned products to meet company needs based on lowest Total Procurement Cost (landed cost, costs related to non-compliance on quality, service, inventory carrying costs)
- Monitor supplier performance with KPI’s for quality, delivery, service performance, invoice accuracy, and implement corrective action as required.
- With support from Logistics, ensure inventory for assigned products is adequate to meet service level requirements, adjusted as required to meet sales trends and changes to supplier lead time.
- Maintain and update cost and pricing for assigned products.
- Monitor margin exceptions and initiate corrective action as required.
- Monitor aged inventory and initiate corrective action as required.
- Define and recommend alternative sourcing solutions to reduce Total Procurement Cost.
- Develop and implement sourcing strategies to add or eliminate a supplier, based on market demand and/or performance issues with incumbent suppliers.
- Resolve disputes and claims with assigned suppliers.
- Keep all supplier programs current and accurate.
- Ensure continuous communication with Sales team related to market trends, cost/price, and supply/demand.
- Ensure supplier compliance with industry/company accreditation and safety requirements
- For assigned import products, comply with all import and brokerage requirements, including CFIA documentation.
- Keep abreast of new trends and regulations, as these impact on sourcing strategies
Quality Assurance and Accreditation
- Ensure quality standards and regulatory compliance are achieved for all products
- Ensure full compliance with accreditation regulations required by law and/or to meet the needs of our customers including CFIA, HAACP, QMP, BCK, SQF, leading initiatives for new accreditations as required.
- Proven experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain
- Strong negotiation and analytical skills
- Excellent communication and relationship management abilities
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and/or ERP systems
- 5 Years Seafood or food industry experience is required
What We Offer
- Competitive Wage
- Opportunities for growth within an expanding company
- Collaborative and supportive team environment
Location: Richmond, BC (in-office role)
If you’re a strategic thinker with a passion for procurement and supply chain, we’d love to hear from you.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $36.60-$38.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
Work Location: In person
