Supply Chain / Logistics

Junior Buyer

at Southmill Champs

📍 Location Abbotsford, BC
📋 Details Full-time · Permanent · $22.00-$26.50 per hour · N/A
📅 Posted

About the Role

Assist daily purchasing, manage inventory, support procurement

About Southmill Champs

Western Canada’s largest mushroom distributor

Full Description

Company Overview

Champ's Fresh Farms Inc. is the largest mushroom distributor in Western Canada, located in the Fraser Valley of British Columbia. As a leader in the mushroom marketing sector, we pride ourselves on our innovative distribution methods and commitment to quality control.

Summary

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Buyer to support our Procurement Department. This is an excellent opportunity for a student or recent graduate in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic, multi-plant manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in day-to-day purchasing activities, including placing purchase orders and ensuring timely delivery.
  • Support procurement strategies for categories such as packaging, PPE, and raw materials.
  • Daily and week tonnage report to the farms
  • Daily receiving of compost raw materials
  • Day to day management of Limble to include inventory management and maintenance planning
  • Monitor supplier performance and help resolve delivery or quality issues.
  • Analyze inventory and consumption data to support demand forecasting.
  • Collaborate with internal departments to ensure procurement aligns with business needs.
  • Help maintain accurate procurement documentation and support ERP system updates (Sage X3 will be added advantage).
  • Participate in cost-saving initiatives and supply chain improvement projects.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field is preferred.
  • Strong analytical skills with attention to detail.
  • Being able to work under pressure
  • Basic knowledge of stock & inventory management
  • Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with procurement software is a plus.

If you're ready to embark on an exciting career in the food industry and contribute to our success at Champ's Fresh Farms Inc., we invite you to apply today!

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $22.00-$26.50 per hour

Benefits:

  • Casual dress
  • Company events
  • On-site parking

Work Location: In person

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