Procurement Specialist (Health and Personal Care)

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Position: Procurement Specialist (Health and Personal Care)

Location: Based out of Burlington, Ontario or Vaudreuil-Dorion, Quebec
Status: Full-time, Permanent (1)

Quadra Chemicals is a dynamic, growing, diversified chemical distribution company with facilities across Canada and the United States. We are currently seeking an enthusiastic and energetic individual to strengthen our purchasing team for our Health and Personal Care Group.

The position of Procurement Specialist is one of the most dynamic at Quadra and requires interaction with all facets of our organization. It is critical to the success of our business. We are looking for a versatile and detail-oriented candidate. This individual will work closely with Canadian and foreign suppliers to ensure prompt delivery of orders and to resolve issues that may arise during the ordering and delivery process.

Based at our head office in Vaudreuil-Dorion, QC this position focuses on the supply chain and will deal with Quadra’s portfolio of world-class national and international suppliers. The role is fast-paced in nature, requiring attention to detail and the ability to respond to a variety of time-sensitive functions.

We are looking for someone with strong experience in inventory control, purchasing and working closely with suppliers in the pharmaceutical or cosmetics industry. The candidate must be able to work in an advanced IT work environment.

Responsibilities include:

• Closely monitor customer product demand and pro-actively adjust inventory and procurement levels as needed
• Close communication with our sales team and our product managers
• Placing replenishment orders with suppliers
• Inventory control and monitoring
• Run and analyze several systems generated reports
• Help and make informed inventory and purchasing decisions
• Data entry in different platforms (Oracle / JD Edwards, Excel, Salesforce, etc.)
• Cross reference quality documents on incoming material to support our quality program
• Assist the product managers to analyze the sales and market trends
• Establish and maintain good relationships with our worldwide suppliers
• Manage and support a variety of projects

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications and skills:

• University degree or post-secondary education
• Oral and written bilingualism (French and English)
• Experience in the purchase of ingredients or products related to the pharmaceutical, health, cosmetic or food industry
• Advanced computer skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Salesforce)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Must be detail oriented and capable to work on a team with multiple deadlines
• Growth mindset, self-motivated and solutions-oriented attitude
• Excited to contribute towards a high-performance culture, accustomed to a fast-paced environment

The perks of this role :

• Enjoy a permanent full-time position with stability
• Benefit from a competitive salary and an enticing performance incentive program
• Receive excellent benefits coverage (dental, medical, and much more!)
• Take advantage of personal, & flexible days as well as vacation time
• Access programs aimed at improving employees’ quality of life, including wellness initiative
• Virtual wellness and mental health programs with a global healthcare leader
• Participate in the Company’s pension plan with a match for future financial security
• Work for a certified Great Place to Work®
• Benefit from the inclusion of a company car with expenses covered
• Join a private, family-owned company with a solid infrastructure
• Experience a great work environment every day where caring for each other and having fun are integral to our core values
• Be part of a company that promotes diversity and inclusion
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career advancement and development opportunities; a growing company!
• Engage in social activities organized by the company
• Referral program ($)
• Be recognized for your contributions through an employee recognition program, including awards for years of service and merit
• Enjoy the opportunity to travel throughout Canada and the USA
• And much more !

If you are interested or know anyone who may be interested in this position, please apply !

Quadra supports and values diversity and offer equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status and gender identity. Quadra also welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. We recognize that some people do not identify themselves as either male or female. Therefore, whenever possible, we have opted for a gender-neutral wording in a non-discriminatory spirit.