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Thank you for your interest in Intercity Packers. We are always looking for qualified people to join our team who share our passion for integrity quality safety sustainability accountability and trust. We are dedicated to our customers and committed to our people. We believe in treating each other with respect and working as a team to get things done right. Does this sound like you See our job opening below.
Intercity Packers Ltd.
Intercity Packers is the largest meat/seafood distribution company in Western Canada and part of the Gordon Food Service (GFS) Canada group of companies which has been recognized by Forbes magazine to be among Canadas Best Employers in 2023.
As our innovative business continues to grow rapidly we are seeking a full-time Junior Buyer at our Richmond location.
Position: Full-Time Permanent
Schedule: Monday to Friday 7am-3:30pm
Hybrid Format: 1 day per week remote
Salary: From $55000/year plus annual bonus based on performance
Duties and Responsibilities:
Ensure adequate stock on hand for a variety of fresh and frozen products including all details such as specs and delivery arrangements
Prepare purchase orders and related documents
Manage inventory levels for production & sales
Follow up on a variety of purchasing-related tasks
Meet or exceed expectations laid out in the purchasing scorecard such as fill rates inventory caps and long & slow inventory
Manage sourcing of new products to keep customers competitive and current on the market trends
Stay on top of market shifts/updates to negotiate the best pricing in a commodity marketplace
Initiate and maintain healthy internal and external customer and vendor relations
Communicate all relevant information to other departments
Requirements:
- Previous experience in purchasing/buying/procurement role.
- Experience in food/protein industry is strong asset.
- Education in Supply Chain Management Business Administration or related field is an asset.
- Strong computer systems skills
- Excellent interpersonal communication and negotiation abilities
- Ability to work independently and demonstrate problem-solving innovation and customer service skills
Intercity Packers offers a range of benefits including:
- Comprehensive health and dental benefits (including vision prescription drugs disability and extended health coverage)
- Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) Matching Program
- Annual Profit Sharing Bonus
- Employee Family Assistance Program
- Opportunities for career advancement
- Employee Recognition Programs
- Company-sponsored events (Family Picnic Staff Celebration BBQs)
- Training opportunities
- Annual Safety Boot Allowance Program
- Full-time hours
- A team-oriented work environment
- Special employee discounts on meat and seafood products
At Intercity Packers Meat & Seafood we believe in good food and good people. Over the past five (5) decades we have cultivated a rich history of bringing customers high-quality innovative and carefully sourced meat and seafood products along with the best customer service. Our unwavering mission to provide customers with the best is reflected in our mottoYes we do!
We thank all applicants for their interest however only those selected for the next stage will be contacted. Intercity Packers is an equal opportunity employer who strives to provide an inclusive work environment that involves everyone and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants and employees will receive consideration for employment or in terms or conditions of employment without regard to any enumerated or analogous grounds of discrimination including race religious beliefs colour gender gender identity gender expression physical disability mental disability age ancestry place of origin marital status source of income family status sexual orientation or status as a qualified individual with disability.
If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability please submit your request to and use the words Accommodation Request in your subject line.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
