About the Role
Richmond Packaging Ltd. is looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Purchasing Coordinator to join our team on a temporary 3-month contract. This role may lead to a permanent full-time opportunity based on business needs and performance.
The Purchasing Coordinator will support purchasing activities, vendor communication, price negotiation, invoice review, and purchasing data analysis. The ideal candidate will be confident communicating with vendors and internal managers, asking the right questions, and helping management make informed purchasing decisions.
This role is well suited for someone who is organized, analytical, and comfortable reviewing costs, comparing pricing, and following up with departments to understand purchasing needs.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate purchasing activities and support the ordering process for materials, supplies, equipment, and other business needs.
- Communicate with vendors and suppliers to obtain pricing, availability, delivery timelines, and product information.
- Negotiate with vendors/suppliers to obtain the best possible pricing, terms, and value for the company.
- Compare vendor quotes and pricing to support cost-effective purchasing decisions.
- Review purchase requests and ask managers or departments for clarification when needed.
- Question and follow up on invoices, unusual charges, pricing discrepancies, or unclear purchasing requirements.
- Work with managers to understand why items are being ordered and whether the purchase is necessary, cost-effective, and aligned with business needs.
- Track purchasing trends, pricing changes, supplier performance, and cost-saving opportunities.
- Create and maintain purchasing data, reports, and spreadsheets for management review.
- Prepare summaries and analysis to help management make informed decisions related to purchasing, cost control, and supplier selection.
- Assist with invoice matching, purchase order tracking, and follow-up with internal departments.
- Maintain accurate purchasing records, vendor information, pricing data, and related documentation.
- Support process improvements related to purchasing, approvals, cost control, and reporting.
- Work closely with Finance, Production, Maintenance, Shipping, and Management teams as required.
Qualifications and Experience
- Previous experience in purchasing, procurement, supply chain, administration, or a related role is preferred.
- Experience in a manufacturing, packaging, production, or industrial environment is an asset.
- Strong communication and follow-up skills.
- Ability to negotiate pricing and communicate professionally with vendors.
- Comfortable questioning invoices, purchase requests, and pricing details in a professional manner.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Good analytical skills with the ability to review data and identify cost-saving opportunities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.
- Ability to organize information and prepare reports for management.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Skills Required
- Vendor communication and negotiation
- Purchase order and invoice review
- Data entry and reporting
- Excel/spreadsheet management
- Cost comparison and pricing analysis
- Attention to detail
- Professional communication
- Internal follow-up with managers and departments
- Problem-solving and decision support
Pay: From $27.00 per hour
Application question(s):
- Do you have previous experience working in a purchasing role within the manufacturing industry?
Work Location: In person
