Purchasing Logistics Coordinator - Niagara Falls, Canada - Tecvalco Ltd

Tecvalco Ltd

Verified Company

Niagara Falls, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Job description

Purchasing Logistics Coordinator

Department:
Operations

Reports to:
Director of Supply Chain

Full time

Job Summary:

This position is responsible for planning and executing all aspects of purchasing products and services for Tecvalco.

This includes being responsible for handling all logistics of inbound and outbound shipments for all locations across Canada and the US; for ensuring customer satisfaction regarding current stock and lead times on incoming shipments; and for relaying important information about stock levels, and lead time to the Supply Chain Manager so that discretionary decisions can be made regarding filling customer orders.

Main Job Tasks and Responsibilities:

Create POs
Review the invoice and resolve discrepancies when receiving items
Contact vendors for pricing, availability and lead times
Update freight rates for incoming and outbound shipments
Work with 3rd party agencies on international customs and freight logistics
Review open purchase orders and communicate with vendors on overdue shipments
Perform purchasing analysis
Resolve receiving error issues
Resolve transport issues regarding short shipments, damaged and missing shipments
Maintain supplier files by keeping them complete and up to date
Maintain stock to desired sales forecast
Source and research new vendors
Review and verify past due PO reports and contact suppliers to address overdue POs.
Develop relationships with suppliers in order to resolve delivery and quality concerns
Determine the amount and type of shipments due, both inbound and outbound for all facilities
Coordinate the logistics of both inbound and outbound freight, obtain and analyze quotes and update POs with current delivery information
Maintain effective liaison with vendors to ensure timely delivery of shipments
Track, trace and update the status of shipments on a daily basis utilizing ERP system
Create and monitor freight reports on a regular basis
Check the accuracy of freight packaging, ensuring that all packing and transfer slips are available
Monitor any layaway or return procedures to ensure accuracy
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Post secondary education in purchasing management, supply chain management or business administration, or in a relevant field; or five to seven years of relevant professional experience.
A certificate in purchasing from the Purchasing Management Association of Canada is preferred
Proven experience as a purchasing agent or relevant role
Demonstrable experience in negotiating prices and terms and conditions
Knowledge of market research, data analysis and purchasing best practices
Knowledge of customer service principals and basic business practices
Production/manufacturing experience preferred
Professional and friendly demeanour at all times
Team player within multidisciplined team
Strong organizational skill set
Experience in crossfunctional team

Key competencies:

Able to maintain filing systems, databases and basic diary/minutes management
Excellent analytical and problemsolving skills
Meticulous records maintenance skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Strong written and verbal skills to communicate with all levels of the organization and its executive team
Planning and strategizing
Persuasiveness
Adaptability
Verbal and written communication
Negotiation skills
Resilience and tenacity
Goal driven

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