Buyer
Maison Riviera is a renowned company in the agri-food sector, specializing in the production of high-quality dairy products for over 100 years. Our commitment to excellence, quality and innovation has made us a trusted brand among our customers.
As a Buyer, you will play a key role within our organization. Your main mission will be to effectively manage the purchasing process to meet the operational needs of the company in a constantly changing competitive environment. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to achieve these objectives.
Main responsibilities:
Purchasing Management:
- Develop and implement purchasing strategies in collaboration with the company's key partners.
- Apply and improve purchasing policies for the acquisition of essential goods and services.
- Optimize costs and monitor performance indicators.
Procurement Policies:
- Develop, recommend and implement procurement policies, programs and plans.
- Manage inventory to ensure timely availability of materials.
- Effectively control costs related to the transportation of procurement.
- Draft and negotiate contracts in compliance with legal and financial requirements.
Market Monitoring:
- Ensure constant monitoring of the market, monitoring the evolution of products and technologies.
- Monitor trends in indicators influencing prices in the medium and long term.
- Analyze market conditions to determine service availability and prices.
Supplier Quality Management:
- Regularly evaluate supplier performance in collaboration with the quality assurance group.
- Establish and strengthen business relationships with suppliers.
- Manage disputes, penalties and supplier non-conformities.
Calls for Tenders and Negotiations:
- Prepare calls for tenders by clearly defining the requirements for suppliers.
- Qualify the best suppliers to conclude supply agreements.
Budget Management:
- Develop and monitor budgets related to purchases.
- Manage all budgetary expenditures and contribute to the preparation of the annual budget.
Required profile:
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, operations management or any other field related.
- 5 years of experience in the purchasing function, ideally in the dairy or agri-food sector.
- Excellent knowledge of dairy products, plant materials, packaging and ingredients.
- Mastery of national or even international networks in your field (an asset).
- Bilingualism in English and French, both spoken and written.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office software, ERP and data management tools.
- Strong negotiation skills, excellent communicator, structured and organized.
- Ability to manage risk and work in a team.
Benefits:
- Working within a renowned and respected company in the agri-food sector for more than 100 years
- Collaborative and professional work environment
- Competitive compensation
- Telework according to company policy
- Unlimited products that can be consumed on site
- Program that allows you to purchase Maison Riviera products at a reduced price
- Comprehensive benefits program
- RRSP and Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP)
- 5 flexible vacation days per year
- 2 additional statutory holidays during the holiday season
- Physical activity incentive program ($150 per year)
- Discount at Bromont, Montagne d’expériences
- On-site parking and electric charging stations
As As a Buyer, you will actively contribute to our success by playing a key role in the effective management of our purchasing. If you are a seasoned purchasing professional looking for stimulating challenges, we encourage you to apply for this position within our organization.