Purchasing Coordinator

Original job posting

Manage product flow, inventory planning, supplier orders, delivery commitments, and coordination with suppliers and logistics partners to support customer demand and product availability. Analyze supply chain data, report recommendations and risks, maintain ERP material master data, and improve inventory controls, processes, costs, and service levels.

Job details

Our client helps connect Canadian hospitals, laboratories and clinics with specialized diagnostic and medical technologies. As part of an international healthcare group, its Canadian businesses bring together innovative products, technical expertise and dependable support for the professionals who use them. Compensation This full-time role pays $56,000 to $70,000* annually and follows a hybrid schedule, with three days per week in the Mississauga office. You can work a flexible 7.5-hour shift within office hours of 800 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The organization also offers an employee referral program and team social activities. *The stated compensation range reflects the full scope of the role as currently structured and is provided in accordance with pay transparency requirements. Offers are determined based on relevant experience, demonstrated skills, internal equity, and alignment with the role’s requirements. The upper end of the range is typically reserved for candidates who fully meet all requirements and qualifications outlined in this posting and the official job description. The Opportunity When a healthcare customer needs a specialized product, strong supply planning helps make it available. As Purchasing Coordinator, you will turn inventory and supply data into decisions that support reliable service, sensible stock levels and timely purchasing. You will do more than process orders. You will spot risks early, work with people across the business and help build planning practices that can support continued growth. Position Description You will manage the day-to-day flow of products through the supply chain and use analysis to guide planning and purchasing decisions. You will partner with sales, marketing, logistics, suppliers and manufacturers to keep supply aligned with customer demand. Plan and monitor inventory to reduce stockouts without carrying unnecessary excess. Place and manage supplier orders, track delivery commitments and resolve issues that affect availability. Coordinate with suppliers and logistics partners on efficient, timely product flow. Analyze supply chain information and prepare clear reports and recommendations for management. Flag emerging supply risks and contribute to contingency plans. Maintain accurate material master data in the ERP system. Find practical ways to improve inventory controls, processes, costs and service levels. Work with colleagues across functions to make informed supply decisions. Qualifications A minimum of two years maintaining material master data in an ERP system is required. Two to three years in supply planning, inventory management or a related field is an asset. Strong Microsoft Office and Excel skills, particularly pivot tables and lookups; Power Query or VBA experience is an asset. An analytical mindset, strong accuracy and the ability to turn information into useful action. The initiative to work independently, manage several priorities and ask for clarification when needed. A collaborative, responsible approach to problem-solving and process improvement. APICS CPIM or CSCP certification is an asset. Education A bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics or a related field is required. Additional Information Job ID: 10668 Job Type: Hybrid, Permanent, Full-Time Industries: Medical Devices, Supplies and Equipment Job Categories: Logistics/Distribution/Warehousing, Materials Management/Purchasing Manages Others: No Required Travel: No Relocation Assistance: No Learn More About the Recruiter Deborah Milo boasts large, multi-national clients whom are major global players in their respective industries. She unearths hard to find, talented professionals across North America and abroad for her clients’ most important positions, often in short order and always to the extreme delight of those employers with whom she has become an invaluable partner. While she works across a variety of industries, over time Deborah has carved out a particular niche and is recognized as a talent authority in the manufacturing sector and the HVAC industry. How to Apply Please click on the “Apply” button located elsewhere on this job posting (preferred) or email your resume to: dmilo@stoakley.com Existing Vacancy This is a critical role within the organization and, following the recruitment and selection process, the selected candidate should expect to receive an offer promptly. Use of Artificial Intelligence We do NOT use artificial intelligence to screen, rank, or select candidates. The merits of every single application will be judged by a human. 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What you’ll do

Manage product flow, inventory planning, supplier orders, delivery commitments, and coordination with suppliers and logistics partners to support customer demand and product availability. Analyze supply chain data, report recommendations and risks, maintain ERP material master data, and improve inventory controls, processes, costs, and service levels.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics, or a related field is required, along with at least two years maintaining material master data in an ERP system. Strong Microsoft Office and Excel skills, analytical accuracy, and the ability to manage priorities independently and collaboratively are required; supply planning or inventory experience and APICS CPIM or CSCP certification are assets.

Benefits

• Employee Referral Program
• Team Social Activities
• Flexible Work Schedule

Listed skills

• ERP systems · Preferred
• Data analysis · Preferred
• Microsoft Excel · Preferred
• Risk Management · Preferred
• Microsoft Office · Preferred
• Inventory management · Preferred
• Process Improvement · Preferred
• Supply Planning · Preferred
• Cross-Functional Collaboration · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Supply Planning
• Inventory Management
• Material Master Data
• ERP Systems
• Microsoft Office
• Microsoft Excel
• Pivot Tables
• Lookup Functions
• Power Query
• VBA
• Data Analysis
• Supplier Coordination
• Logistics Coordination
• Risk Management
• Process Improvement
• Cross-Functional Collaboration

Job areas

• Logistics
• Administrative
• Data & Analytics
• Healthcare