Strategic Sourcing Coordinator

Job Description

Summary

Reporting to the Strategic Sourcing Director, the Strategic Sourcing Coordinator will be focused on supporting key sourcing activities across all categories (ingredients/commodities). This role requires strong collaboration and the ability to create sustainable partnerships with internal customers and suppliers.

 

What FGF Offers

• FGF believes in Home Grown Talent, accelerated career growth with leadership training. Unleashing Your Potential 
• Competitive Compensation, Health Benefits, & a generous flexible medical / Health spending account
• RRSP employee matching program
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Discount program that covers almost everything under the sun - Restaurants, gyms, shopping etc. 

Primary Responsibilities

• Coordinating and taking the lead to account for all ingredient samples brought in for testing
• Update purchasing parameters in SAP, as required, at the request of the Raw Materials Planning team or the Sourcing team (LT, MOQ)
• Support the Supplier Audit team by initiating communication with the suppliers when audits need to be scheduled
• Manage regular (monthly/weekly) pricing updates as directed by the Sourcing groups  
• Prepare Supplier Performance Scorecards, distribute and coordinate respective actions derived  
• Support QA with NCRs and Expired Documents follow ups 
• Review invoices and statements for accuracy  
• Additional duties as assigned

Required Experience

• Minimum of 2-3 years' experience managing the pipeline of ingredients, packaging, MRO and commodities from producer to end-user
• Good understanding of supply chain and logistics within the agricultural commodity trading business
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of technical and fundamental analysis
• Prior work experience related to futures and options trading/hedging is preferred
• Minimum two years of Sourcing or Procurement experience
• Intermediate to Advanced Excel level
• Strong knowledge of MS Office, Powerpoint, Outlook
• Experience with ERP systems preferable
• Knowledge with demand forecasting and planning principles is considered an asset
• Able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization both internally and externally
• Excellent time and project management skill

What is the recipe for a great career at FGF?Working at FGF Brands, there is never a dull moment! As a successful company that is continually growing there is always challenging yet rewarding work to be a part of. We have an entrepreneurial spirit which encourages all our team members to use their own creativity and out of the box thinking to come up with solutions and new ideas.

 

Disclaimer: The above describes the general responsibilities, required knowledge and skills.  Please keep in mind that other duties may be added or this description may be amended at any time.

 

In compliance with Ontario’s Bill 190, we confirm that this posting represents a current, existing vacancy within our organization.

 

FGF Brands may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools as part of our recruitment and selection process. These tools may assist in screening, assessing, or selecting applicants. AI tools are used to support our recruitment process, with final hiring decisions made by our recruitment and hiring teams.

 

FGF Brands is committed to providing an accessible recruitment process. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. If you require an accommodation, please let our recruitment team know, and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.

 

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