Procurement Specialist – Industrial Adhesives

Position: Procurement Specialist – Industrial Adhesives

Location: Burlington, ON, Vaudreuil, QC

Status: Full-time, permanent (1)

Workplace Flexibility: We have a policy that allows for hybrid work, with a minimum presence of 2 days per week at the office.

Do you pride yourself on your initiative and attention to detail? Are you recognized as an exceptional team player who can navigate complex situations quickly? Do you possess a strong understanding of procurement processes and enjoy fostering positive relationships with suppliers? If so, seize this opportunity to contribute to the success and growth of a large local company!

Quadra Chemicals is currently seeking a Procurement Specialist for our Industrial Chemicals Group. This individual will be responsible for placing replenishment orders with existing suppliers to ensure business continuity and enhance the customer experience, all while minimizing inventory carrying costs and associated risks.

The ideal candidate should thrive in an advanced digital technology environment and have extensive experience in inventory analysis and procurement, along with a proven ability to build strong relationships with suppliers.

At Quadra, we put people first so that together, we can reimagine the possibilities.

When you join Quadra, you'll be part of a 47+ years old organization that is dedicated to its 550+ employees located in Canada and the United States. We not only offer an engaging and collaborating culture, but also a great family-oriented environment, autonomy, and flexibility. In addition, Quadra is proud to be recognized as one of the Best Managed Companies for over 21 years and certified as a Great Place to Work®.

What would be your main responsibilities as a Procurement Specialist?:

• Manage the end-to-end procurement process, including issuing purchase orders for chemical products, tracking deliveries, and inventory management
• Proactively implementing measures to minimize aging inventory
• Foster strong and seamless communication between our commercial team and dedicated Product Managers while collaborating with cross functional teams
• Monitoring supplier performance and resolving any issues or disputes that may arise
• Diligently reconcile complex supplier invoices monthly, ensuring accuracy and clarity in our financial transactions
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders
• Maintaining accurate procurement records and quality documentation, ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory guidelines
• In collaboration with the Product Managers, keeping up to date with industry trends, market conditions, sales trends and best practices in procurement
• Reviewing and taking action on weekly profit/loss reports; collaborate on cost-saving initiatives and optimizing procurement processes to improve efficiency and reduce expenses
• Handle data entry across multiple platforms

What are the qualifications needed to have success in this position?

• University degree or post-secondary education in Business/Commerce or Supply Chain would be an asset
• Minimum 3 years experience working in procurement, inventory control or supply chain

• Advanced computer skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Salesforce) and experience working with SAP or JD Edwards will be considered as a strong asset for this role
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate, understand requirements and influence decisions

• Must be detail oriented and have keen eye for detail
• Possess a growth mindset, being self-motivated and have a solutions-oriented attitude
• Excited to contribute towards a high-performance culture, accustomed to a fast-paced environment
• Bilingual (English/French) would be an asset

At Quadra, we provide an engaging and supportive culture that fosters collaboration, a family-oriented atmosphere, and a high degree of autonomy and flexibility. You’ll have the chance to be part of a professional, innovative, and fun team within a growing, people-centric organization that has earned Great Place to Work® certification. Why should you chose us ?

Here’s some of the benefits you will gain:

• Competitive salary and generous performance incentive program
• Comprehensive benefits package including dental, medical, HSA, paramedical, etc.
• Employee wellness initiatives designed to enhance quality of life, including a Wellness Portfolio and virtual wellness and mental health program
• Access to virtual care/telemedicine services for you and your family, offering 24/7 physician availability
• Retirement plan with employer matching and several long-term investment programs
• Generous vacation, personal days and flex days and additional stat holidays !
• Helping each other and having fun are part of our core values!
• A strong company culture build on collaboration, fun and mutual support – core values that define our workplace
• A fully digital environment that embraces innovation
• Strong training programs designed to support your integration to this role
• Opportunities for advancement and professional development; a growing company that focuses on its people!
• Participate in various internal and external trainings
• Possibility of joining various company committees
• Social activities organized by the company
• Employee recognition program (years of service, merit awards, etc.)
• A stable, private, family-owned company with a strong infrastructure and foundation
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Employee referral program ($)
• And much more

Compensation Information: The annual base pay range for this position is reasonably expected to be $52,300 to $78,515. Please note that the base pay shown is a guideline, and individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, education, and experience.

Quadra’s salary ranges are benchmarked and are determined by role and level. Please note that the base pay shown qualifications, skill level, competencies, and work location.

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Quadra supports and values diversity and offer equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status and gender identity. Quadra also welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. We recognize that some people do not identify themselves as either male or female. Therefore, whenever possible, we have opted for a gender-neutral wording in a non-discriminatory spirit.

Please note that Quadra recruiters only use official @quadragroup.com email addresses. We never request fees or sensitive personal information during recruitment. Be cautious if you receive messages from domains that look similar to Quadra Group but are not official. If in doubt, please contact us directly via our Careers page.