<p>We are looking for a skilled Procurement Specialist to lead strategic sourcing initiatives and manage supplier relationships. Based in Oakville, Ontario, this role is integral to optimizing purchasing activities and ensuring the efficient supply of materials. This is a hybrid work setting. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in contract negotiation, cost management, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to meet organizational goals.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Drive strategic sourcing initiatives for assigned categories of direct materials to achieve cost savings and value creation.</p><p>• Analyze spending patterns, market trends, and supplier performance to identify opportunities for improvement.</p><p>• Develop, negotiate, and oversee supplier contracts to align with company objectives.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal departments such as production, engineering, and quality to meet procurement needs.</p><p>• Establish and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure consistent performance, quality, and reliability.</p><p>• Oversee daily purchasing operations, including issuing purchase orders, expediting deliveries, and resolving delivery or invoice discrepancies.</p><p>• Monitor inventory levels in partnership with planning and production teams to maintain optimal stock.</p><p>• Implement and support continuous improvement initiatives in procurement processes and systems.</p>
<p><strong>Job Description: SAP Ariba –Training– Procurement Specialist</strong></p><p><strong>Position Overview</strong></p><p><strong> Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced SAP Ariba – Training – Procurement Specialist</strong> to play a pivotal role in ensuring a successful implementation of SAP Ariba for procurement processes. This position involves support for training initiatives, and alignment with organizational readiness for go-live. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in a strong understanding of procurement workflows, and a background in training users across diverse functional areas. This is a flexible hybrid working arrangement, for a 8–12-month duration.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p>· Collaborate with the Organizational Change Management (OCM) team to develop tailored training materials for diverse user groups (e.g., administrative staff, nurses, and stakeholders across 600 departments).</p><p>· Deliver dynamic training formats, including face-to-face workshops, online learning sessions, user manuals, team visuals, and other forms of interactive content.</p><p>· Effectively train 400+ end-users in classroom sessions, utilizing computer labs and workstations.</p><p>· Ensure all users are equipped with the skills and knowledge to operate the SAP Ariba system post-implementation.</p><p>· Conduct readiness assessments to identify gaps and provide targeted solutions to address them.</p><p>· Support the deployment phase by assisting users during the transition to the new procurement platform.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p> </p>
<p>We are looking for a Purchasing Coordinator to join our team in Burlington, Ontario. This is a long term contract. ideal for a highly organized individual with strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills. In this role, you will play a key part in managing procurement activities, supplier relationships, and ensuring the smooth flow of materials and services within the organization.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Interpret and understand technical drawings to support purchasing decisions.</p><p>• Communicate with vendors and suppliers to negotiate pricing, availability, and delivery timelines.</p><p>• Prepare and manage purchase orders, ensuring all necessary documentation is provided to vendors.</p><p>• Track invoice progress and address discrepancies to facilitate payment release.</p><p>• Maintain procurement records, including quotes, approvals, and supplier evaluations.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with company policies and standards, including ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001 requirements.</p><p>• Work collaboratively to resolve issues with defective or unacceptable goods and services.</p><p>• Conduct vendor site inspections and participate in annual reviews to evaluate performance.</p><p>• Coordinate logistics and prepare shipping and customs documents for inbound and outbound shipments.</p><p>• Support purchasing improvement initiatives and contribute to new programs and projects.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Director to lead a comprehensive Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) project for a local government organization in Hamilton, Ontario. This long-term contract role involves overseeing the implementation of Finance, Procurement, and HR modules to enhance operational efficiency across municipal departments. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership, strategic planning, and stakeholder management skills to ensure the project's success.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the full-cycle implementation of an ERP system, integrating Finance, Procurement, and HR modules across municipal departments.<br>• Develop and manage a detailed project plan, addressing timelines, resource allocation, risk management, and performance metrics.<br>• Oversee governance processes to align project outcomes with organizational objectives and standards.<br>• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to gather business requirements and ensure system functionality meets operational needs.<br>• Build and maintain partnerships with vendors and third-party providers to achieve project deliverables within agreed timelines.<br>• Monitor and control project budgets, addressing any financial discrepancies promptly.<br>• Ensure rigorous quality assurance procedures, including system testing and issue resolution, throughout the project lifecycle.<br>• Drive organizational change management initiatives, fostering adoption of the new ERP system and providing necessary training and support.<br>• Identify and mitigate risks, ensuring project continuity and the achievement of key milestones.<br>• Lead and mentor a cross-functional project team, fostering collaboration and accountability to deliver project objectives.
<p>We are looking for a dynamic Category Manager to join our team in Brampton, Ontario. In this role, you will oversee multiple product categories, ensuring they align with business objectives and strategic growth initiatives. You will be responsible for driving results through effective planning, market analysis, and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Develop and execute category strategies to optimize product assortment, pricing, and sales plans in alignment with customer needs and business goals.</p><p>• Conduct market research and supplier evaluations to stay informed on industry trends and identify opportunities for innovation.</p><p>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless implementation of merchandising plans and promotional activities.</p><p>• Cultivate strong vendor relationships to enhance profitability and improve product offerings.</p><p>• Monitor and analyze financial performance, including profit and loss metrics, to identify areas for improvement and drive revenue growth.</p><p>• Partner with international teams to create differentiated products that support proprietary brand development and strategic initiatives.</p><p>• Provide clear and consistent direction to merchandising teams while maintaining alignment with broader organizational objectives.</p><p>• Participate in key meetings and presentations to share insights, propose solutions, and contribute to strategic decision-making.</p><p>• Take ownership of category performance by continuously refining strategies and ensuring results align with business expectations.</p><p>• Identify and implement innovative approaches to improve competitiveness and market positioning.</p>
<p><strong>Join a Supportive & Collaborative Team in a Hybrid Environment!</strong></p><p>Are you passionate about excellence in financial management? Do you believe that financial stability is key to driving organizational growth and success? Our client shares your vision and we invite you to bring your expertise to our client's team as <strong>Controller. </strong>With over 70 locations across Canada, our client is a leader in their industry. Their supportive and collaborative culture has fostered an environment where people love coming to work every day and knowing they’re making a meaningful impact.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What Makes Them Unique</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Collaborative & Supportive Culture</strong>: They value teamwork, innovation, and shared success. You’ll join a team that works closely together and supports one another to achieve our mission.</li><li><strong>Hybrid Flexibility</strong>: While this role is primarily on-site at their Oakville head office, they offer hybrid work so you can enjoy the best of both worlds.</li><li><strong>A Positive Work Environment</strong>: Be part of a workplace where people genuinely enjoy working together and contributing to our shared goals.</li></ul><p><strong>About the Role: </strong></p><p>As the Controller, you’ll oversee financial operations and play a pivotal role in driving the company's continued success. Reporting directly to the CEO, you’ll be responsible for a wide range of financial management responsibilities, focused on the company's mission while maintaining robust fiscal health.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key responsibilities include:</strong></p><ul><li>Guiding Franchise Partners and their bookkeepers on basic financial matters, including POS and QuickBooks.</li><li>Collaborating with the procurement team on inventory management.</li><li>Supervising sales data exports from in-house systems to accounting software.</li><li>Managing vendor payments and franchisee accounts receivable.</li><li>Ensuring tax compliance, filing, planning, and reporting.</li><li>Overseeing payroll and employee records for our office team.</li><li>Handling full-cycle accounting, including Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), General Ledger (GL), reconciliations, and month/year-end closings.</li><li>Developing and presenting financial statements, forecasts, variance analyses, and cash flow projections to support strategic decision-making.</li><li>Improving financial policies and processes as needed.</li><li>Coordinating and managing the budgeting process while controlling expenses.</li></ul><p><strong>Why You’ll Love Working Here:</strong></p><ul><li>You’ll join a team rooted in <strong>collaboration, purpose, and positivity</strong>.</li><li>Our employees consistently highlight our <strong>supportive culture and the joy of coming to work</strong>.</li><li>You’ll enjoy <strong>hybrid flexibility</strong>.</li><li>You’ll make a real impact by contributing to an organization whose mission improves lives every day.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Are you an experienced accounting professional looking for an opportunity to lead and grow within a dynamic and growing company? Our client specializes in custom design, manufacture, and assembly of of projects throughout North America and expanding the team by hiring a Controller. <strong>Note that this role is 100% onsite until the new Controller is able to effectly perform the position in a hybrid capacity.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>As the Controller, you will report to the COO and take ownership of the organization's financial operations, ensuring accuracy and efficiency while supporting business goals. You will be an integral part of the leadership team and collaborate with other departments including Operations, Production, Project Management and Supply Chain/Procurement.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities include:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Leadership & Oversight: </strong>Provide direction for daily accounting processes, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and the general ledger.</li><li><strong>Financial Reporting:</strong> Ensure accurate and timely preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.</li><li><strong>Internal Controls: </strong>Maintain internal financial safeguards, oversee budgets, track costs, and monitor expenditures.</li><li><strong>Cash Flow Management: </strong>Drive forecasting and cash flow planning in collaboration with organizational leadership.</li><li><strong>Audit Readiness: </strong>Coordinate the annual audit process and serve as the primary liaison for external auditors.</li><li><strong>Compliance:</strong> Ensure adherence to all financial, tax, and regulatory reporting requirements.</li><li><strong>Process Improvement: </strong>Lead initiatives to optimize accounting processes and systems for greater efficiency.</li><li><strong>Inventory Management:</strong> Support cost tracking and analysis for inventory control.</li><li><strong>Project Support:</strong> Provide financial expertise related to cost control, job costing, and billing for project management teams.</li><li><strong>Team Development: </strong>Supervise, train, and mentor junior accounting staff, fostering a high-performance team-oriented culture.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for a seasoned professional to lead and oversee the comprehensive supply chain process, focusing on planning, inventory management, logistics, and distribution. This is a pivotal leadership role that drives operational excellence and efficiency across our North American markets.</p><p>Responsibility:</p><ul><li>Monitor and enhance key operational metrics, including inventory health, demand planning accuracy, forecast reliability, logistics efficiency, and market sufficiency.</li><li>Facilitate cross-departmental demand and supply planning processes, including leading S& OP discussions and implementing key forecasting strategies.</li><li>Recommend and implement process improvements through cost/benefit analysis, ensuring alignment with business objectives.</li><li>Prepare detailed quarterly production plans, ensuring alignment with market and organizational requirements.</li><li>Oversee production schedules and resource planning to meet capacity and operational needs.</li><li>Lead vendor negotiations to secure favorable terms, and manage cost-saving initiatives within logistics operations.</li><li>Monitor ongoing vendor certifications, audits, and evaluations in partnership with procurement teams.</li><li>Develop and maintain performance metrics and reporting tools to ensure visibility into supply chain KPIs.</li><li>Coordinate the annual distribution and logistics budget, ensuring compliance with company policy.</li><li>Partner with internal teams to successfully launch new products and align operational processes with go-to-market strategies.</li><li>Play a key role in regular cross-functional meetings to maintain alignment with customer service standards and organizational priorities.</li><li>Collaborate with international and local teams across supply chain, sales, and quality functions to ensure operational success.</li><li>Address regulatory and compliance matters within the supply chain, including responding proactively to audits and CAPAs.</li><li>Manage, coach, and develop direct reporting teams across supply chain support functions, ensuring goal alignment and professional growth.</li><li>Lead transformation initiatives aimed at modernizing supply chain functions and enhancing overall efficiency.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced HR Recruiter to join our client in Toronto, Ontario. In this long-term contract role, you will play a key part in supporting the hiring needs of a major retail chain as they expand their workforce. This position involves managing high-volume recruitment for retail locations and corporate roles, utilizing various hiring strategies and tools to attract top talent.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage end-to-end recruitment processes for retail and corporate positions, ensuring timely and effective hiring.</p><p>• Utilize tools such as job boards, applicant tracking systems, and career fairs to source and attract candidates.</p><p>• Coordinate and participate in recruitment events, including university hiring fairs and other outreach initiatives.</p><p>• Screen, interview, and assess candidates to identify the best fit for each role.</p><p>• Collaborate with hiring managers to understand workforce needs and develop tailored recruitment strategies.</p><p>• Maintain and update candidate records in the applicant tracking system to ensure accuracy and compliance.</p><p>• Oversee onboarding processes to ensure a smooth transition for new hires into their roles.</p><p>• Track and report on recruitment metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of hiring strategies.</p><p>• Stay informed about industry trends and best practices to continually improve recruitment processes.</p>
<p>We are looking for a dynamic Talent Acquisition Manager to join our clients team in Pickering, Ontario. In this role, you will lead recruitment efforts across multiple locations, including a brand-new facility, ensuring we attract and build strong teams to drive our mission forward. If you are passionate about recruitment excellence and employer branding, this is a chance to make a meaningful impact in a global organization focused on innovation.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process for a variety of roles, ensuring a seamless and effective hiring experience for both candidates and hiring managers.</p><p>• Develop and implement creative sourcing strategies to identify and attract top-tier talent for both blue-collar and white-collar positions.</p><p>• Lead local employer branding initiatives to position the organization as a top employer within the competitive job market.</p><p>• Ensure compliance and quality in all recruitment processes, delivering an exceptional candidate experience that aligns with the company’s values.</p><p>• Collaborate with global talent acquisition teams to share insights and drive initiatives that enhance both local and global recruitment strategies.</p><p>• Partner closely with internal teams to understand workforce needs, aligning recruitment efforts with long-term business objectives.</p><p>• Participate in building the workforce for a new facility, taking charge of staffing needs from the ground up.</p><p>• Provide data-driven insights and recruitment metrics to improve processes and inform decision-making.</p><p>• Travel to various locations as needed to engage with on-site teams and better understand operational requirements.</p>
<p>We are looking for a dynamic Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our team in Toronto, Ontario. In this role, you will play a key part in driving our company's success by attracting and securing top talent, while promoting our core values of passion, teamwork, integrity, accountability, and innovation. Your expertise in recruitment strategies and dedication to creating a seamless candidate experience will help us build a sustainable and adaptable organization.</p><p><br></p><p>About Us</p><p>We are a fast-growing global furniture design and manufacturing company, dedicated to creating beautiful, high-quality products for customers worldwide. Guided by our core values of <strong>Passion, Teamwork, Integrity, Accountability, and Innovation</strong>, we’re committed to building a sustainable, adaptable, and customer-responsive business.</p><p>We are looking for a <strong>Talent Acquisition Specialist</strong> to join our People & Culture team. This role is critical to driving growth by attracting, engaging, and hiring the best talent across North America and international markets.</p><p><br></p><p>Job Summary</p><p>As a Talent Acquisition Specialist, you will take ownership of the full recruitment cycle, from sourcing and outreach to placement, while ensuring a positive candidate experience. You’ll design and execute creative recruitment strategies, manage multiple concurrent roles, and build talent pipelines that support both immediate hiring needs and long-term workforce planning. You’ll also collaborate closely with HR and cross-functional teams to strengthen culture and enhance the employee experience.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p><strong>Recruitment & Talent Acquisition</strong></p><ul><li>Develop and implement tailored recruitment strategies to meet evolving business needs.</li><li>Manage the full recruitment cycle, ensuring a seamless and professional candidate experience.</li><li>Conduct interviews and assess candidates for skills, cultural fit, and alignment with company values.</li><li>Leverage multiple channels (LinkedIn Recruiter, networking, referrals, job portals, social media) to source top-tier talent.</li><li>Build and maintain proactive talent pipelines for future hiring needs.</li><li>Partner with external recruitment agencies, including overseas partners, to support international hiring.</li><li>Source and recruit for diverse roles across Canada, the U.S., and select international markets.</li><li>Stay informed on legal hiring requirements across regions to ensure compliance.</li><li>Manage multiple high-priority roles simultaneously while maintaining efficiency and timeliness.</li><li>Utilize and maintain the Applicant Tracking System (<strong>BambooHR Talent Portal</strong>).</li></ul><p><strong>HR & Cross-Functional Support</strong></p><ul><li>Share market intelligence and innovative recruitment strategies with internal teams.</li><li>Collaborate with the HR Generalist to support day-to-day HR operations.</li><li>Support corporate culture through team-building and engagement initiatives.</li><li>Manage the Careers inbox and maintain applicant tracking records.</li><li>Assist with additional HR-related projects as assigned by leadership.</li></ul>
<p>A leading global supplier of flavours and aroma ingredients is seeking a dynamic and driven <strong>Sales Representative</strong> to support and grow its customer base in Canada. This individual will manage key client relationships, identify new business opportunities, and serve as a trusted advisor across a wide range of fragrance, flavour, and consumer goods companies.</p><p>Ideal candidates will bring a strong understanding of B2B sales within the ingredients space, excellent interpersonal skills, and a passion for delivering high-quality service and solutions.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Manage and grow relationships with an existing portfolio of clients in the Canadian market</li><li>Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the fragrance, flavour, and CPG sectors</li><li>Conduct regular client meetings (virtual and in-person) to understand needs, present solutions, and drive revenue growth</li><li>Provide technical and product support, coordinating closely with sourcing and logistics teams</li><li>Track activity through CRM tools, maintaining accurate records of customer interactions, samples, pricing, and purchase history</li><li>Monitor market trends and competitor activity to identify strategic opportunities</li><li>Prepare sales reports and forecasts; participate in regular sales meetings and product training</li></ul><p> </p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced HR Recruiter to join our client on a long-term contract basis. This role supports a major retail chain undergoing significant expansion and involves regular monthly travel to various locations. Based in Toronto, Ontario, this position requires a bilingual individual with a strong background in recruitment and HR processes to manage full-cycle hiring and onboarding initiatives.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Develop and execute comprehensive recruitment strategies to meet the staffing needs of a growing retail organization.</p><p>• Manage the full-cycle recruitment process, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and onboarding candidates.</p><p>• Collaborate with hiring managers to understand job requirements and provide guidance on best hiring practices.</p><p>• Utilize applicant tracking systems (ATS) and customer relationship management (CRM) tools to streamline recruitment efforts.</p><p>• Coordinate and conduct recruitment events at various locations, requiring monthly travel.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with company policies and employment regulations throughout the hiring process.</p><p>• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in HR systems.</p><p>• Provide support for career development initiatives, including internal talent mobility and succession planning.</p><p>• Build and maintain a strong talent pipeline to meet both immediate and future hiring needs.</p><p>• Analyze recruitment metrics to identify trends and improve hiring processes.</p>
