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Director of Procurement, Canada
@ EarthFresh
Burlington, Ontario
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EarthFresh is hiring a Director of Procurement to lead its Canadian procurement operations, reporting to the Vice President of Procurement. The role covers sourcing, grower relationships, claims, inventory and profitability for a potato produce business. The posting states a bachelor's degree or diploma and 7-10 years of procurement or agricultural supply chain experience.
Responsabilités :
- Lead and mentor the Canadian procurement team
- Develop strategic sourcing programs and long-term procurement plans
- Manage grower relationships and expand program participation
- Oversee inventory, crop movement and claims resolution
- Manage procurement budgets and drive profitability
Résumé des exigences :
- Bachelor's degree or diploma in agriculture, business or supply chain
- 7-10 years of procurement or agricultural supply chain experience
- Potato industry experience strongly preferred
- Proven leadership in a fast-paced environment
- Strong negotiation and financial acumen
- Willingness to travel within Canada and the US
Outils et compétences
Source et dates
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- Date publiée par l’employeur
- 2026-10-29
- Première détection par notre source
- 2026-10-30
- Mise à jour du dossier source
- 2026-10-30
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Détails du poste
| Niveau | Directeur ou directrice |
| Domaine | Ventes |
| Expérience | 7 an(s) et plus |
| Gestion d’équipe | Oui |
| Déplacements | avion : modérés · route : modérés |
| Milieu de travail | Bureau, Chez les clients, Extérieur |
| Position | Assis et debout |
| Exigences physiques | physique faible · ordinateur modéré |
| Langues | English |
| Formation | Baccalauréat (exigé) |
| Domaines d’études | Agriculture, Business, Supply Chain Management |
Résumé et détails rédigés par l’IA à partir de l’offre; l’offre de l’employeur fait foi.
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Description complète de l’entreprise
Established in 1963, EarthFresh is an international produce company with operations in the US and Canada. EarthFresh specializes in supplying the Retail and Food Service industries with both conventional and organic potatoes, carrots, and onions. Vertically integrated in all aspects of the potato industry – from seed breeding, seed production and tablestock production to packing and distribution. EarthFresh is a market leader with the largest stock of exclusive potato varieties in North America. We believe that "real" food comes from the Earth, and that in order to provide real food, we need to take care of our environment and those who live in it. EarthFresh is rooted in environmental sustainability. We know that implementing and executing sustainable practices through technological innovation, environmental impact planning, corporate safety initiatives and community relations activities will allow us to feed future generations. For current career opportunities please visit https://www.earthfreshfoods.com/careers/
- Abonnés LinkedIn
- 3 132
- Personnes associées sur LinkedIn
- 114
- Bureaux déclarés
- 1095 Clay Avenue, Burlington, Ontario L7L 0A1, CA
- 3800 Naturally Fresh Blvd, Atlanta, Georgia 30349, US
- 992 Highway 6 North, Millgrove, Ontario L8N 2Z7, CA
- Catégories d’activité
- Grocery
- Organic Food
- Wholesale
- Autres noms enregistrés
- EarthFresh
- EarthFresh Foods
- EarthFresh Foods
- EarthFresh Farms
- Spécialités
- Potatoes
- Organics
- Packaging Innovation
- Fresh Produce
- Seed Breeding
- Seed Production
- Tablestock Production
- Distribution
- Farming
- Organic Potatoes
- Sustainability
- Corporate Responsibility
- Healthy Lifestyles
- Environmentally friendly
- Carrots
- Onions
- Packaged Goods
- and Agriculture
- Le profil indique une agence de recrutement
- Non
- Investissement total déclaré
- 0
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Established in 1963, EarthFresh is an international produce company with operations in the US and Canada. EarthFresh specializes in supplying the Retail and Food Service industries with both conventional and organic potatoes, carrots, and onions. Vertically integrated in all aspects of the potato industry – from seed breeding, seed production and tablestock production to packing and distribution. EarthFresh is a…
| Champ | Valeur |
|---|---|
| Secteur | Food and Beverage Services |
| Taille | 51-200 employees |
| Siège social | Burlington, Ontario |
| Type d’organisation | Privately Held |
| Fondée en | 1963 |
| Spécialités | PotatoesOrganicsPackaging InnovationFresh ProduceSeed BreedingSeed ProductionTablestock ProductionDistributionFarmingOrganic Potatoes |
| Offres sur Jobsy | 4 |
| Voir la page |
Since 1963, EarthFresh has been an international leader in the produce industry, with operations in both the U.S.A. and Canada. We proudly specialize in providing the Foodservice and Retail industries with a wide selection of conventional and organic potato varieties ideal for frying, baking, mashing, boiling, and roasting.
We are a team of fantastic people who are joined together by the same belief – that “fresh produce is a way of life”. EarthFresh invites you to be a part of our ever-growing team and share in our success!
OBJECTIVE
Reporting to the Vice President of Procurement, the Director of Procurement Canada will lead our Canadian procurement operations. This role will be primarily responsible for overseeing all sourcing activities, managing grower relationships, and driving performance within our Canadian procurement team. This is a key leadership role focused on optimizing procurement processes, improving profitability, and ensuring quality standards across our supply chain.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
- Bachelor’s Degree/Diploma in Agriculture, Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field
Experience & Skills:
- Minimum 7-10 years of procurement or agricultural supply chain experience, with significant experience in the potato industry strongly preferred.
- Proven leadership experience managing teams in a fast-paced, results-driven environment
- Strong negotiation and relationship-building skills with growers and vendors
- Strategic thinker with solid financial and analytical acumen
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work cross-functionally with sales, operations, and quality teams
- Willingness and ability to travel within Canada & US as needed
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Team Leadership - Lead, coach, and mentor the Canadian procurement team, fostering a high-performance culture aligned with company values and objectives.
- Strategic Sourcing & Planning - Develop, implement, and manage strategic sourcing programs and long-term procurement strategies to ensure consistent, cost-effective, and high-quality supply.
- Grower Relationship Management - Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with Canadian growers, supporting their development and increasing participation in EarthFresh programs.
- Inventory & Crop Management - Oversee inventory levels and crop movement across Canada to ensure optimal supply chain flow and minimize waste and shrink.
- Performance Management - Monitor and report on key KPIs related to procurement operations, ensuring targets are met or exceeded.
- Profitability Oversight - Manage procurement budgets, analyze cost drivers, and implement strategies to enhance departmental profitability.
- Quality Assurance - Ensure all procured product meets EarthFresh strict quality standards, working closely with quality and operations teams.
- Claims Management – Lead and maintain accountability for the end-to-end claims process, ensuring timely and effective resolution. Provide guidance and support to the team, and engage directly with growers and suppliers when escalation is required.
- Grower Holdings & Program Development - Oversee grower holdings and work proactively to expand EarthFresh’s program footprint across Canada.
- Waste & Shrink Reduction - Identify and implement initiatives to reduce waste and shrink throughout the procurement lifecycle.
- Departmental Performance - Drive the overall performance of the Canadian procurement department through continuous improvement initiatives and leadership excellence.
- Other duties as required by the VP, Procurement.
EarthFresh is committed to providing employment in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). We are committed to providing accommodations for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.
If you require accommodation at any stage of the application process, please contact the Human Resources Department to work with you to meet your needs.
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