Procurement Manager

Position/Job Title: Procurement Manager

Location: Ontario Canada

Travel Required: Yes

Level/Salary Range: Competitive as per company guidelines
Position Type: Permanent

Reports To: Regional Head Agri

Key Result Areas

Objective:

To efficiently manage procurement operations ensuring cost efficiency quality and compliance with company standards.

Role & Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

CostEffective Procurement: Strategically procure packing and other materials while maintaining cost efficiency through effective planning and negotiation.

Quality Assurance: Ensure quality checks are conducted on all consignment lots and maintain accurate records of materials onloaded/offloaded in trucks.

Optimized Commodity Procurement: Secure commodities at the best possible rates while maintaining quality standards.

Target Commodities: Oilseeds Beans & Pulses Grains and Animal Feed.

Operational Oversight: Take charge of all warehouse procurement and operational activities within the region.

Vendor Management: Cultivate and maintain relationships with cleaning vendors cha freight forwarders labor contractors and other relevant stakeholders.

Purchase Model: Operate on a Free on Board (FOB) basis with flexible payment terms to suppliers.

Documentation: Ensure all documentation is completed accurately and in a timely manner at every stage of procurement.

Logistics Coordination: Coordinate container arrangements as per bookings made by the logistics team.

Language Requirement: Fluency in French is essential.

2. Previous Experience and Skill Sets

Experience: 1012 years of experience in a similar role with a minimum of 5 years experience in Canada preferred.

3. Qualifications and Education Requirements

MBA/PG from the Institute of AgriBusiness Management or equivalent.

4. Preferred Skills

Technical Skills:

Data analysis

Market research

Risk management

Supplier evaluation and selection

Cost management

Soft Skills:

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills