Jr. Buyer/Buyer

Canadian Manufacturing; Scarborough; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable manufacturing firm located in Scarborough seeks a Jr. Buyer/Buyer to handle material cost management and aid in new product development for secondary packaging, labels, and MRO supplies. Candidates should have strong communication, organizational skills, and 1-5 years of relevant experience. This full-time role offers competitive benefits and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

On-site gym

Employee health benefits

Corporate discount program

Group Retirement Saving Plan

Qualifications

• 1–2 years (junior) or 3–5 years (intermediate) of relevant experience.
• Knowledge in paper carton and/or label packaging an asset.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks in parallel.

Responsibilities

• Manage and upload quotations onto the system.
• Support new material product development.
• Generate and issue purchase orders.
• Monitor past-due POs and contact suppliers for updates.

Skills

Microsoft Office skills (Outlook, Excel, Word)

Detail oriented

Good communication skills

Good organizational skills

Teamwork skills

Education

College / University degree

Job description

Job Title: Jr. Buyer/Buyer (Secondary Packaging/ Labels / MRO)

Department: Procurement

Wage Category: Annual Salary with Benefits

Report to: Sr. Supply Chain Procurement Manager

Location: Milner Avenue, Scarborough, ON

Job Type: Full-time / Permanent

Our company has inspired the industry with our award‑winning cosmetics services since 2004. We embrace research and innovation—ceaselessly bringing advanced cosmeceutical technologies and ingredients into our creation.

Our company takes pride in our innovation, expertise, and excellence in creating the finest cosmetic formulas and packaging solutions for our clients. We partner with the world’s top leading cosmetics companies in providing full integrated turnkey solutions. We value and respect individuality and personal initiative where all employees can develop, grow, and achieve their career goals.

Join us, and be the sparkle of our team!

Overview

Reporting to the Sr. Supply Chain Procurement Manager, the Buyer will be responsible for supporting material cost management within master data, and assisting with new product development for secondary and tertiary packaging materials, labels, and MRO (Maintenance, Repair & Operations) supplies and services.

Duties and Responsibilities

Packaging Materials (Secondary & Tertiary):>

• Manage and upload quotations onto the system with the IT team.
• Support new material product development in secondary and tertiary packaging categories.
• Generate and issue POs (e‑mail) for materials needed.
• Manage project trackers for all sample requests.
• Follow up & confirm ETA date for material & update ERP system.
• Monitor past‑due POs & contact suppliers for updates.
• Assist in obtaining proper paperwork to support receipts (CofC/CofA), as needed.
• Obtain quotes for new materials, including MOQ, lead time & price breaks.
• Assist in alternate sourcing of material, as needed.

MRO (Maintenance, Repair & Operations):

• Creating purchase orders
• Finding cost‑effective sources for supplies
• Negotiating with vendors and suppliers for pricing, lead times and quality
• Analyzing competing offers
• Monitoring inventory levels
• Keeping excellent communication flows with internal departments

Qualifications

• 1–2 years (junior level) or 3–5 years (intermediate level) of relevant experience
• College / University degree
• Microsoft Office skills – Outlook, Excel, Word
• Detail oriented
• Good communication skills, both verbal & written
• Good organizational skills
• Knowledge in paper carton and/or label packaging an asset
• Dynamic, meticulous and effective
• Ability to perform multiple tasks in parallel
• Excellent teamwork skills

We care for our employees

• Convenient public transit (bus stop right outside the facility)
• On‑site free parking
• On‑site gym
• Employee health benefits
li>Corporate discount program
• Group Retirement Saving Plan / Deferred Profit‑Sharing Plan (GRSP/DPSP)

Please note: We thank you for your interest, please send your resume today. Candidates selected for interview will be contacted.