Top Benefits
About the role
About the Company
Canada Royal Milk is the only producer of infant formula in Canada, manufacturing quality products from Canadian cow and goat milk, ensuring the highest quality and nutritional value for our customers.
We are a company with a multicultural workforce that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Our team members value and embrace different perspectives and new ideas.
What We Offer
The opportunity to build and grow a progressive company, competitive wages, and extended health benefits.
What We Look For
Curiosity, commitment to learning, and a winning mindset.
About the Role
Reporting to the Logistics and Supply Chain Supervisor, the Purchasing Officer is a key member of Canada Royal Milk’s Logistics & Supply Chain team. This role is responsible for sourcing and qualifying suppliers, establishing and maintaining supplier relationships, negotiating and managing contracts, placing purchase orders, and ensuring cost control and efficiency.
All procurement activities must comply with Canada Royal Milk's standards for quality, food safety, and traceability.
The Purchasing Officer will work collaboratively with all departments—particularly Quality Assurance, Supply Chain, Engineering, Production, and the R&D team—and will liaise regularly with Feihe’s purchasing team in Beijing, China. The Officer will also support the Supervisor in initiatives to achieve departmental and organizational goals.
Job Requirements
Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada and have strong English language skills. The ability to read and understand written English and communicate in English both spoken and in writing is a requirement of the job.
Education:
- Post-secondary degree or diploma in Business Management, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
- Certified Supply Chain Management Professional (CSCMP) designation is considered an asset.
Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:
- 2–5 years of purchasing experience, preferably in the food manufacturing industry.
- Familiarity with food safety standards such as HACCP and SQF is preferred.
- Knowledge of import/export regulations and logistics is an asset.
- Experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, such as:
- Oracle PeopleSoft Financials
- Infor ERP SyteLine
- Oracle JD Edwards EnterpriseOne
- SAP
- NetSuite ERP
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
- High attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to prioritize tasks effectively and work well under pressure in a deadline-driven environment.
- Bilingual Proficiency in English and Mandarin is preferrable.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
1. Coordinate with internal departments (Production, QA, Engineering, etc.) and external partners (suppliers, freight forwarders) to ensure timely availability of ingredients and packaging materials.
2. Manage and mitigate issues related to non-conforming materials or products.
3. Source and develop potential suppliers, both domestic and international; collaborate with QA to audit and approve suppliers.
4. Maintain an up-to-date and approved vendor/supplier database.
5. Evaluate and negotiate complex or strategically important contracts to ensure optimal terms and conditions for the organization.
6. Analyze purchasing cost data and collaborate with management to forecast demand and optimize ordering strategies.
7. Develop strong product knowledge to support procurement decision-making and communication with vendors.
8. Prepare and deliver regular procurement reports and performance updates to management.
9. Lead and manage procurement-related projects as assigned.
10. Negotiate with suppliers to drive cost savings and improve service levels.
11. Build and maintain long-term supplier relationships; facilitate quarterly or semi-annual performance review meetings.
12. Develop, document, and maintain standard operating procedures for purchasing activities.
13. Perform other duties as assigned by management.
Working Conditions
The standard office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 5:30 pm. Most of the work occurs during regular weekday office hours. However, as an international company with frequent interaction with head office, hours of work involved may vary to accommodate differences in time zones. Flexible hours are required and may include evening and week-end hours.
This job operates in office and food manufacturing setting. Travel may be required, both within Canada and internationally.
Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
We strive to build a team that reflects the diversity of the community we work in, and encourage applications from traditionally underrepresented groups such as women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, people identifying as 2SLGBTQI, veterans, and people with disabilities.
If we can make this easier through accommodation in the recruitment process, please contact us at careers@canadaroyalmilk.com .
About Canada Royal Milk
At Canada Royal Milk, we take pride in producing high-quality milk powder products made from Canadian milk that Canadians can trust. Our state-of-the-art facility in Kingston, Ontario, boasts cutting-edge technology dedicated to delivering the finest dairy products.
CRM is powered by the knowledge, skills and expertise of Canadian talent who understand the priority is the Canadians who choose our products. CRM operates a 320,000 square foot facility, and employs more than 175 skilled professionals.
Our Commitment:
Local Roots: Proudly sourcing our milk exclusively from Ontario and Quebec's farms, we ensure that every product reflects the richness and quality of Canada's dairy industry.
Milestones: 2019, December: We embarked on our journey, producing the first batch of premium milk powder products for international export.
2023, August 23rd: We introduced CARPRISS, our first goat milk brand in Canada.
At Canada Royal Milk, we blend tradition with innovation to create dairy excellence. Join us on our journey as we continue to redefine standards in the milk powder industry.
We are building an environment that will combine best practices in the production of milk powder from our parent company, a cutting-edge technology from around the globe, and the knowledge, skills, and expertise of Canadian talent. We are an international company with a multicultural workforce that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Our team members value and embrace different perspectives and new ideas.
Top Benefits
About the role
About the Company
Canada Royal Milk is the only producer of infant formula in Canada, manufacturing quality products from Canadian cow and goat milk, ensuring the highest quality and nutritional value for our customers.
We are a company with a multicultural workforce that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Our team members value and embrace different perspectives and new ideas.
What We Offer
The opportunity to build and grow a progressive company, competitive wages, and extended health benefits.
What We Look For
Curiosity, commitment to learning, and a winning mindset.
About the Role
Reporting to the Logistics and Supply Chain Supervisor, the Purchasing Officer is a key member of Canada Royal Milk’s Logistics & Supply Chain team. This role is responsible for sourcing and qualifying suppliers, establishing and maintaining supplier relationships, negotiating and managing contracts, placing purchase orders, and ensuring cost control and efficiency.
All procurement activities must comply with Canada Royal Milk's standards for quality, food safety, and traceability.
The Purchasing Officer will work collaboratively with all departments—particularly Quality Assurance, Supply Chain, Engineering, Production, and the R&D team—and will liaise regularly with Feihe’s purchasing team in Beijing, China. The Officer will also support the Supervisor in initiatives to achieve departmental and organizational goals.
Job Requirements
Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada and have strong English language skills. The ability to read and understand written English and communicate in English both spoken and in writing is a requirement of the job.
Education:
- Post-secondary degree or diploma in Business Management, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
- Certified Supply Chain Management Professional (CSCMP) designation is considered an asset.
Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:
- 2–5 years of purchasing experience, preferably in the food manufacturing industry.
- Familiarity with food safety standards such as HACCP and SQF is preferred.
- Knowledge of import/export regulations and logistics is an asset.
- Experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, such as:
- Oracle PeopleSoft Financials
- Infor ERP SyteLine
- Oracle JD Edwards EnterpriseOne
- SAP
- NetSuite ERP
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
- High attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to prioritize tasks effectively and work well under pressure in a deadline-driven environment.
- Bilingual Proficiency in English and Mandarin is preferrable.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
1. Coordinate with internal departments (Production, QA, Engineering, etc.) and external partners (suppliers, freight forwarders) to ensure timely availability of ingredients and packaging materials.
2. Manage and mitigate issues related to non-conforming materials or products.
3. Source and develop potential suppliers, both domestic and international; collaborate with QA to audit and approve suppliers.
4. Maintain an up-to-date and approved vendor/supplier database.
5. Evaluate and negotiate complex or strategically important contracts to ensure optimal terms and conditions for the organization.
6. Analyze purchasing cost data and collaborate with management to forecast demand and optimize ordering strategies.
7. Develop strong product knowledge to support procurement decision-making and communication with vendors.
8. Prepare and deliver regular procurement reports and performance updates to management.
9. Lead and manage procurement-related projects as assigned.
10. Negotiate with suppliers to drive cost savings and improve service levels.
11. Build and maintain long-term supplier relationships; facilitate quarterly or semi-annual performance review meetings.
12. Develop, document, and maintain standard operating procedures for purchasing activities.
13. Perform other duties as assigned by management.
Working Conditions
The standard office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 5:30 pm. Most of the work occurs during regular weekday office hours. However, as an international company with frequent interaction with head office, hours of work involved may vary to accommodate differences in time zones. Flexible hours are required and may include evening and week-end hours.
This job operates in office and food manufacturing setting. Travel may be required, both within Canada and internationally.
Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
We strive to build a team that reflects the diversity of the community we work in, and encourage applications from traditionally underrepresented groups such as women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, people identifying as 2SLGBTQI, veterans, and people with disabilities.
If we can make this easier through accommodation in the recruitment process, please contact us at careers@canadaroyalmilk.com .
About Canada Royal Milk
At Canada Royal Milk, we take pride in producing high-quality milk powder products made from Canadian milk that Canadians can trust. Our state-of-the-art facility in Kingston, Ontario, boasts cutting-edge technology dedicated to delivering the finest dairy products.
CRM is powered by the knowledge, skills and expertise of Canadian talent who understand the priority is the Canadians who choose our products. CRM operates a 320,000 square foot facility, and employs more than 175 skilled professionals.
Our Commitment:
Local Roots: Proudly sourcing our milk exclusively from Ontario and Quebec's farms, we ensure that every product reflects the richness and quality of Canada's dairy industry.
Milestones: 2019, December: We embarked on our journey, producing the first batch of premium milk powder products for international export.
2023, August 23rd: We introduced CARPRISS, our first goat milk brand in Canada.
At Canada Royal Milk, we blend tradition with innovation to create dairy excellence. Join us on our journey as we continue to redefine standards in the milk powder industry.
We are building an environment that will combine best practices in the production of milk powder from our parent company, a cutting-edge technology from around the globe, and the knowledge, skills, and expertise of Canadian talent. We are an international company with a multicultural workforce that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Our team members value and embrace different perspectives and new ideas.