Location
Etobicoke, ON | Canada
Job description
Daily Bread Food Bank works towards long-term solutions to end hunger and poverty and runs innovative programs to support individuals living on low incomes and experiencing food insecurity. Daily Bread distributes fresh and shelf-stable food, and fresh-cooked meals to 132 member agencies and 207 food programs across Toronto. Daily Bread also publishes the influential Who’s Hungry report - an annual survey measuring trends in food insecurity and poverty in Toronto.
Reporting to : Vice President, Operations
Daily Bread offers an inclusive and engaging workplace culture, a competitive salary and a comprehensive employer-paid benefits package. The wages and benefits paid to Daily Bread Food Bank’s full-time staff meet the requirements of the Ontario Living Wage Network.
Other considerations for you:
- RRSP Matching after 1 year.
- Free daily lunches when on-site at 191 New Toronto St office.
- Free on-site parking.
- Three (3) Weeks of Paid Vacation per year.
- Creative, kind, fun, and passionate team culture.
- Active social committee.
- Professional Development opportunities.
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
We are seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to oversee our company’s supply of products and services. As Procurement Manager, your role involves strategizing to find cost-effective deals and suppliers. Your mission is to discover ways to reduce procurement expenses, develop, implement, and continuously improve Daily Bread’s procurement and purchasing standards and practices.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop and implement effective sourcing strategies to optimize procurement processes.
- Identify potential suppliers and establish long-term business relationships.
- Secure advantageous terms, prices, and conditions through effective negotiation.
- Ensure timely ordering and delivery of essential items.
- Review and approve purchase orders and delivery terms.
- Continuously assess and improve existing supplier agreements.
- Monitor functional metrics to reduce expenses and enhance effectiveness.
- Ensure clarity on specifications and expectations within the company.
- Analyze data to predict shifts in supplier and client negotiating power.
- Mitigate risks related to supply contracts and agreements.
- Foster a culture of cost-saving in procurement.
- Lead various internal purchasing and procurement projects within the organization.
- Identify and recommend alternative food solutions for our clients to meet their changing needs while ensuring the solutions cost effective and supply is sustainable.
- Work closely with the food raising team to collaborate with vendors for purchases and donations.
- Develop key KPIs, providing context and corrective / preventative actions on any poor performances.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Previous roles as a Procurement Manager, Procurement Officer, or Head of Procurement.
- Familiarity with sourcing techniques and market dynamics.
- Ability to negotiate effectively and build strong relationships.
- Strong leadership skills to guide procurement processes.
- Education and experience in Procurement, Supply Chain Management.
KEY COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS
- Intermediate level in Microsoft Office Word & PowerPoint.
- Strong level with Microsoft Excel preferred, using pivots, charts, reviewing and analyzing data.
- Proven team skills with ability to effectively communicate to various levels internally and externally.
- Detail oriented with strong organizational and presentation skills.
- Strong communicator and enjoys a work environment that is collaborative and inquisitive.
- Self-directed; ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to project manage cross-functional where necessary.
- Excels in an environment that focuses on continuous improvement.
- Understands and applies safe work practices and principles.
WORKING CONDITIONS
The incumbent works in an office/warehouse environment and is an in-person role. Year-round there is occasional overtime during the week and occasion events that may require week-end support such as public sorts.
How to Apply
To be considered, applicants must submit a cover letter and resume by Thursday, March 21st, 11:59 p.m. to [email protected]. Interviews for the position will be conducted on a rolling basis.
Daily Bread Food Bank is an equal-opportunity employer and encourages applications from members of designated groups. Persons with disabilities who need accommodation in the application process, or those needing job postings in another format, please e-mail a request to Human Resources.
Daily Bread Food Bank thanks all individuals who apply for this position and will only contact candidates who are selected for an interview.
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