We are currently seeking a Full time Purchaser to join our team! In this position the Purchaser is responsible placing and expediting POs, managing inventory at an acceptable level, and providing product information to the sales and customer service teams as required. This position works closely with all departments including operations and accounting. 

Responsibilities:

• Maintain and improve relationships with suppliers and colleagues
• Issue and expedite purchase orders
• Resolve invoicing discrepancies
• Resolve supplier shipping errors
• Maintain acceptable inventory levels
• Identify opportunities for negotiation and review
• Monitors fill rates and backorders
• Maintain system data as it relates to products and purchase orders (PO due dates, order controls, pricing, etc.)
• Works with other branches/departments to insure information is accessible to the sales team
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Previous purchasing experience in a distribution environment preferred
• Post -Secondary Education in related field preferred
• Proficient in the use of MS Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook)
• Strong computer skills, previous ERP experience
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Excellent organizational and time management skills required

Bunzl Canada Inc. (bunzlcanada.ca [https://bunzlcanada.ca/]) provides the food and retail packaging, cleaning and hygiene products and equipment, safety and industrial supplies which keep over 58,000 Canadian businesses running optimally, every day. We bring our customers the advantage of global sourcing, product innovation and national scale combined with responsive local service and deep category expertise. Bunzl Canada is a certified Great Place to Work®. We are committed to creating an inclusive, equitable and positive working environment for all employees so that they experience a strong sense of belonging, while developing individually and professionally. Bunzl Canada is an operating company of Bunzl [http://bunzl.com/] plc (BNZL.L), a FTSE100 company listed on the London Stock Exchange. With 27,000 employees in over 30 countries, our global presence spans the Americas, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the UK and Ireland. At Bunzl, you’ll find Unlimited Potential… Your Career - - Our Future! 

Bunzl Canada has a tradition of commitment to equal employment opportunity. It is our established policy to attract and retain the best qualified people without regard to race, colour, religion, national origin, sex/gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, age, disability or veteran status as provided by law.