Purchasing Specialist Jobs in Toronto, ON

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Purchasing Manager

Toronto, ON
onsite
Temporary
42.75 - 49.5 CAD / Hourly
We are looking for a Purchasing Manager to support a machinery manufacturing operation in Toronto, Ontario through a Long-term Contract assignment. This role will take ownership of supplier-facing commercial agreements, helping ensure procurement arrangements align with project needs, customer commitments, and business risk expectations. Working closely with sourcing, legal, project, and operational teams, the successful candidate will drive contract execution, strengthen supplier terms, and provide clear oversight of obligations throughout the contract lifecycle. Responsibilities: • Direct the preparation, review, negotiation, and finalization of supplier contracts, service agreements, statements of work, purchasing terms, and related amendments while coordinating internal approvals. • Translate customer and project commitments into supplier-facing contract requirements to ensure obligations such as delivery, warranties, acceptance criteria, liability, and damages provisions are properly addressed. • Build and maintain a structured obligation tracking process that maps customer requirements to supplier commitments, identifies commercial gaps, and escalates exceptions for resolution before award. • Develop negotiation plans with practical fallback positions covering pricing, payment structures, lead times, production capacity, change management, indemnities, insurance, confidentiality, and intellectual property terms. • Set contracting priorities based on project timelines, supplier importance, spend levels, continuity risk, and existing agreement coverage to keep procurement activity aligned with business deadlines. • Oversee contract performance from initial award to closeout by monitoring milestones, deliverables, notices, renewals, amendments, and supplier adherence to agreed commercial conditions. • Assess supplier requests involving delays, scope revisions, and incremental costs, then negotiate appropriate change orders and support dispute management in collaboration with project and legal teams. • Partner with sales, engineering, quality, finance, project management, sourcing, and legal stakeholders to ensure supplier commitments are realistic, compliant, and operationally achievable. • Maintain organized contract documentation, approval records, templates, and status reporting for leadership, highlighting unresolved issues, pending obligations, and areas of commercial exposure.
2026-10-15T00:00:00Z

Procurement Coordinator

Toronto, ON
onsite
Temporary
23.75 - 27.5 CAD / Hourly
We are looking for a Procurement Coordinator to support sourcing and purchasing operations within a fast-paced hospitality environment in Toronto, Ontario. This Long-term Contract position is well suited to someone who thrives on detail, keeps multiple priorities organized, and can confidently manage supplier communications, documentation, and reporting. The successful candidate will play an important role in coordinating procurement activities, maintaining accurate records, and helping the team move projects forward efficiently. Responsibilities: • Coordinate purchasing activities by organizing bid materials, preparing pricing comparison documents, and supporting sourcing initiatives from start to finish. • Review supplier quotations and submission packages to confirm accuracy, completeness, and alignment with procurement requirements. • Manage communication with vendors by gathering questions, tracking responses, and ensuring follow-ups are completed in a timely manner. • Maintain procurement records, bid documentation, and sourcing trackers to support accurate reporting and audit readiness. • Assist with collecting product samples, monitoring their status, and coordinating internal feedback for review by purchasing stakeholders. • Support supplier onboarding activities by updating vendor information and ensuring required documentation is received and recorded. • Monitor outstanding supplier deliverables related to pricing, samples, and administrative requirements, escalating issues when needed. • Contribute to the planning and coordination of procurement-related events and provide administrative support to the broader sourcing team. • Prepare routine reports and provide ad hoc support for business systems, data administration, and team reporting needs.
2026-10-15T00:00:00Z

Senior Supply Chain and Distribution Specialist

Toronto, ON
onsite
Permanent
70000 - 75000 CAD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Senior Supply Chain and Distribution Specialist to lead purchasing, inventory planning, and distribution coordination for operations in Toronto, Ontario. This role supports efficient product flow by strengthening supplier partnerships, improving order accuracy, and maintaining dependable service levels across multiple channels. The successful candidate will combine analytical decision-making with hands-on operational support to help control cost, maintain stock availability, and streamline day-to-day logistics activities. Responsibilities: • Source and assess vendors by reviewing cost structures, product quality, production capacity, service dependability, delivery timelines, and distribution capabilities. • Prepare quotation comparisons, present purchasing recommendations for internal approval, and manage supplier information such as pricing, terms, specifications, and performance history. • Issue and monitor purchase orders while working with vendors, finance, and internal teams to address shortages, substitutions, delayed shipments, and billing discrepancies. • Support campus ordering operations by managing vendor portal setup, maintaining approved product listings, and clarifying ordering processes, access, and pricing structures. • Determine the most effective fulfillment route for products, including direct-to-campus delivery, central stocking, or internal assembly requirements. • Track service performance across vendor-direct and head office distribution channels, resolve order exceptions, and provide timely updates to stakeholders. • Coordinate domestic and international shipping activities by reviewing carrier options, arranging transportation, and supporting customs and import documentation when required. • Develop inventory plans using usage trends, seasonal demand, lead times, and organizational growth, while maintaining reorder levels, safety stock, and replenishment strategies. • Maintain accurate purchasing, catalogue, and inventory records in Business Central and related systems, conduct cycle count follow-up, and investigate stock variances or excess inventory. • Improve supply chain procedures by documenting workflows, supporting system updates, assisting with warehouse tasks during peak periods, and promoting a safe, orderly work environment.
2026-10-15T00:00:00Z

Buyer

Concord, ON
onsite
Permanent
80000 - 90000 CAD / Yearly
Our client, a growing and dynamic manufacturing organization in the Vaughan area, is seeking a highly capable Buyer to take ownership of the procurement function and play a key role in supporting business growth and operational success.This is an excellent opportunity for a confident procurement professional who enjoys working independently, influencing decisions, and collaborating directly with executive leadership. The successful candidate will bring strong manufacturing purchasing experience, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to build credibility with suppliers, internal stakeholders, and senior leaders alike.As a trusted procurement partner, you will be responsible for ensuring the uninterrupted flow of materials, managing supplier relationships, driving cost savings initiatives, and contributing to strategic supply chain decisions that impact the business.Responsibilities:<ul><li>Lead all purchasing and sourcing activities to support manufacturing operations and business objectives.</li><li>Develop and implement procurement strategies that improve cost, quality, delivery, and supplier performance.</li><li>Source and negotiate with suppliers for raw materials, components, and production-related services.</li><li>Manage RFQ and tendering processes, evaluate vendor proposals, and negotiate favorable commercial agreements.</li><li>Build strong relationships with key suppliers while holding them accountable for quality, pricing, and delivery expectations.</li><li>Partner closely with the Executive Leadership Team to provide procurement insights, recommendations, and market intelligence.</li><li>Collaborate with Production, Engineering, Quality, Operations, Finance, and Logistics to ensure material availability and operational continuity.</li><li>Monitor inventory levels and supplier performance to proactively identify and mitigate supply risks.</li><li>Analyze purchasing data, spending trends, and supplier metrics to support informed decision-making.</li><li>Identify and implement opportunities for cost savings, process improvements, and supplier rationalization.</li><li>Support supplier qualification, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives.</li></ul>
2026-10-09T00:00:00Z

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