Buyer/Raw Material Planner

Who We Are

At Black Fly Beverage Co., we don’t just make drinks - we craft experiences. As a proudly Canadian, fast-growing producer of spirit-based beverages and a trusted partner in the beverage industry, we’re all about quality, innovation, and teamwork. Our facility features cutting-edge canning, bottling, and injection molding technology - but it’s our people who make us truly exceptional.

We’re looking for team players who care about what they do, take pride in their work, and want to grow with a company that’s expanding nationwide and raising the bar for what a great beverage brand can be!

Position Summary

The Raw Material Planner is responsible for coordinating the planning, purchasing, and flow of raw materials required to support beverage production across bottling and canning operations. This role works closely with Production Planning, Brand, Warehouse, and Logistics teams to ensure materials are available, accurately received, and properly managed to meet production schedules.

This is a detail-oriented, office-based role that requires strong organizational skills, clear communication, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

Raw Material Planning & Purchasing

• Coordinate with Production Planning to ensure raw materials are available to meet production schedules.
• Monitor inventory levels and forecast material requirements to prevent shortages or overstock situations.
• Support purchasing activities for raw materials in alignment with production needs and inventory targets.

Inbound & Outbound Material Coordination

• Coordinate inbound material deliveries to ensure accurate and timely receipt of goods.
• Oversee outbound materials to ensure proper packaging, labeling, and shipping in accordance with requirements.
• Verify materials upon receipt for accuracy, quality, and compliance with specifications.

Inventory Control & Accuracy

• Maintain accurate inventory records and support inventory control processes.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies related to quantity, quality, or documentation.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to inventory accuracy and material flow.

Supplier & Stakeholder Communication

• Communicate with suppliers and customers to confirm deliveries, resolve issues, and maintain effective working relationships.
• Work cross-functionally with Warehouse, Production, Logistics, and Brand teams to maintain visibility of material movements and priorities.

Issue Resolution & Operational Support

• Identify and resolve issues related to material availability, damage, or delivery delays.
• Escalate risks to production schedules or inventory accuracy in a timely manner.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support operational objectives.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent required. Post-secondary education in supply chain, business, or a related field is an asset.
• Experience: 3–5 years of raw material planning, purchasing, or supply chain coordination is required. Experience in consumer-packaged goods, beverage manufacturing, beer, or spirits is a strong asset.
• Systems: Experience with Microsoft Business Central or similar inventory/ERP systems is required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong organizational skills with a high level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage competing deadlines effectively.
• Strong analytical, planning, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Strong data entry and record management capability.
• Professional communication skills and discretion when working with client financial data.

Working Conditions

• Office-based administrative environment with regular interaction across departments.
• Periods of increased workload during month-end close cycles.
• Requires sustained focus, data accuracy, and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Exposure to varying noise levels, moisture, and temperature changes.

What’s In It For You

• Competitive pay with optional overtime
• Work boot and safety glasses allowances
• Paid breaks
• Health Benefits
• 5 paid personal days, and your birthday off
• Free case (24 cans or bottles) of Black Fly beverages every month!

At Black Fly, we are a quickly growing company and are excited to maintain the right staff. As such, we offer a very competitive compensation package to attract and maintain the best people. Black Fly is thankful to all who apply, however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Black Fly Beverage Company is an equal opportunity employer, and we are fully committed to abiding by all equal opportunity employment standards. Our employment policies strictly prohibit all forms of discrimination. We are also committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection, and employment process, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. If you require accommodation at any stage, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.