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At Saputo, our best comes from our people. We’re a talented and caring team with a longstanding history of excellence. Since our first days delivering cheese on a bicycle, we’ve grown into a leading global dairy processor by staying true to the culture that defines us. Each of our employees is committed to uphold our tradition of care, quality, and passion through food, and together, we foster an environment where we can all make contributions that matter–from our manufacturing plants to our office locations and everywhere in-between.Overview of the RoleThis position will ensure availability of manufactured & procured products into Regional Distribution Centers to satisfy regional customer requirements. Working within the Supply Chain Optimization (SCO) group, the position is accountable to use a companywide integrated plant scheduling and procurement tool to provide production planning, finished goods procurement, and materials coordination services. Position will involve managing inventory and plant scheduling functions remotely and therefore must have demonstrated understanding of procurement and supply chain principles. A highly interactive role in the organization, requiring effective facilitation of inter-department, analysis and problem solving within the Saputo supply chain.How you will make contributions that matter:Ensure the Distribution Center(s) have the Right Product, in the Right Quantity, at the Right Time.Maintain on-going and effective working relationships with local/regional management (Production, Warehouse & Delivery, Sales, Forecasting, Customer) and SCO group.Monitor the inventories of all finished goods, ingredients and packaging materials, and continuously replenish them to the optimal levels.Maintain and manage the relationships with National purchasing group, and all suppliers of ingredients and packaging materials.Provide production schedules/orders to the plant, monitor production order fulfillment, and act accordingly with the plant to maintain the fulfillment at the acceptable level.Work with National Transport group to assist coordination of interbranch movement of finished goods.Responsible for the effective administration of all purchase orders and invoices. (Finished goods, ingredients and packaging materials).Coordinate ordering and stock levels during product introductions/de-listing to minimize shortages/disposals.Root cause planning issues creating shortages or disposals are identified and immediately corrected. Timely escalation of product supply issues.Continuously analyze and implement improvement in local supply chain to reduce cost, improve service.Effective facilitation of interdepartmental projects and teams.Supports and maintains Saputo Dairy Products Canada G.P.’s quality standards.Other duties as assigned.You are best suited for the role if you have the following qualifications:Supply Chain, Operations Management, or Purchasing designation or relevant experienceUniversity degree in Supply Chain or a related field a benefitSAP experience would be an assetExcellent computer skills necessaryStrong verbal and written communication skillsProven team player, with strong interpersonal skillsDemonstrate the ability to work independently, with minimal supervisionMust be able to perform effectively in a fast-paced environmentDemonstrate track record of effective problem solving and decision makingProficiency in current positionWe support and care for our employees and their families by providing:Competitive salariesAdvantageous corporate agreementsFull range of group insurance benefitsGroup retirement pension plan with employer contributionPurchase option of company stocksGroup RRSPHealth and wellness program in the workplaceAssistance program for employees and their familiesSaputo products at a discounted priceSaputo welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. We support employment equity. Saputo strives to embed diversity and inclusion in its operations and invites candidates from all horizons to join its family.Our story began in Canada in 1954, when the Saputo familys hard work and dedication created a thriving dairy business. More than 65 years later, our roots in this country remain strong with our Corporate Headquarters in Montréal. Today, we are a leading cheese manufacturer and fluid milk and cream processor in Canada with well-loved brands, such as Saputo, Alexis de Portneuf, Armstrong, Baxter, Dairyland, Joyya, Milk2Go, Milk2Go Sport, Neilson, Nutrilait, Scotsburn* and Woolwich Goat Dairy. Thanks to our national footprint, were proud to bring our best to our customers and consumers, and have plenty of opportunities for our employees to grow in their own way. And we do it while also striving to build a healthier future for our people and the communities where we operate, guided by our values and the Saputo Promise. To learn more about Saputo in Canada, please click here. ( http://saputo.com/en/our-products/canada-sector )Join the Saputo Dairy Products Canada team to make your contributions matter every day!

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