Sourcing & Costing Analyst - Scarborough, Canada - Atlantic Packaging Products Ltd

Atlantic Packaging Products Ltd

Verified Company

Scarborough, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Responsibilities:

The Sourcing and Costing Analyst reporting to the Procurement Supervisor is responsible for sourcing, issuing RFQ and RFPs, selecting acceptable quotations, negotiating with suppliers and preparing customer proposals for existing and new products.

Source product and issue RFPs and RFQs
Analyze quotations selecting most cost effective option
Manage vendor relationships including costing, delivery terms, and other related metrics to ensure maximum profitability and competitive costs
Prepare proposals for customer requirements
Maintain and control vendor files as they relate to cost and specifications
Actively participate and engage in continuous improvement strategies and cost reduction initiatives
Perform regular cost analysis on new & existing items to ensure our pricing is competitive & profitable
Work closely with Sales Reps, Customer Service, Buyers and Internal customers/stakeholders
Collaborate with Operations team to ensure cost estimates are aligned with Operational capabilities
Ensure ownership and responsibility is taken for all quoting requirements
Prepare reports for sales and management
Ability to work core business hours of 8:00am 5:00pm Eastern standard time Monday through Friday
Other duties as required

Qualifications:

You are a highly motivated, customer-oriented Sourcing and Costing Analyst who enjoys a fast-paced and exciting challenge. You are organized, analytical and detailed oriented with previous sourcing and quoting experience, preferably in the Distribution Industry.

Some post secondary technical training from an accredited institution or 2 years experience in sourcing and estimating. Experience in packaging or redistribution would be an asset
Strong mathematical skills
Excellent analytical, interpretive, and problemsolving skills
Exceptional written and verbal communication/documentation skills
Ability to efficiently manage multiple tasks and schedule priorities
Selfmotivated, detail oriented and the ability to process confidential and/or controlled information
Strong Microsoft office skills, previously ERP system experience would be an asset
Excellent organization and planning skills with ability to perform multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines
Ability to work in a team and autonomously with little direction

Department:
Supply & Inventory Management Group

Location: 111 Progress Ave.;
currently hybrid

Position Status:
Full-time

Competencies:

Customer Focus:

Personally demonstrates that external and internal customers are a high priority. Identifies customer needs and expectations and responds to them in a timely and effective manner. Anticipates and prevents delays or other things that can adversely affect the customer. Keeps customers informed about the status of pending actions and audits customer satisfaction with products or services.

Decision Quality:

Gathers enough information to allow a pragmatic assessment of risks and benefits of alternative approaches in any decision. Stays focused on objectives and considers both the shortterm and longerterm impact of decisions and keeps objectives in mind throughout the process. Communicates the impact and implications of decisions. Completes the appropriate level of due diligence required to make a quick, accurate decision.

Drive for Results:

Achieves results within established timelines. Understands and demonstrates that intentions, activities, and results are not the same. Pursues everything with energy, drive, and a need to finish; does not give up before finishing, even in the face of resistance or setbacks; consistently challenges self and others for results.

Leadership:

The expectation of leadership is not reserved solely for only those who are in positions of authority, but from all employees. They demonstrate high integrity and are motivated by wanting to make a real difference to people by delivering a highquality service for their customer and the organization.

In positions of authority they:

invest in development for the right people and identify and develop future leaders, and coach and provide candid feedback to others.

They are visible and they model behaviors, competencies and values expected and inspire others to undertake challenging tasks and projects.

Teamwork:

Is an effective team player who adds complementary skills and contributes valuable ideas, opinions and feedback. Communicates in an open and candid manner and can be counted upon to fulfill any commitments made to others on the team. Ensures the right stakeholders are informed and involved where necessary. Is ready to "roll up their sleeves" as necessary.

Think and Act like an owner:

Thinks and cares about the organization like an owner. Commits to and upholds organizational values, and core behaviors even under difficult circumstances. Demonstrates a strong sense of responsibility and dedication to the succ