Maple Leaf Foods is hiring a
Purchasing Manager - Contract

Job Description:

• In Procurement, we deliver solutions enabling Maple Leaf’s profitable growth. Our team embraces change to create insight-based value for our stakeholders, customers and suppliers. We are empowered to continuously improve everything we do.
• As the Purchasing Manager, you will collaborate with stakeholders across the network, including product development, sustainability, technology, marketing, operations, food safety, legal, engineering, asset reliability, and others.
• You will be part of the Maple Leaf Foods Direct Procurement team which manages significant spend in excess of $400 Million in annual expenditures across a variety of categories in a fast-paced and inspiring environment.
• The team is focused on maximizing value, lowering organizational risk, and providing excellent stakeholder support.

Requirements:

• Post-secondary education, preferably in Business
• 5+ years of Procurement and Supply Chain Management experience, with practice in sourcing across multiple categories
• Understanding of end-to-end Supply Chain Management
• Proven ability to lead , influence, and gain followership
• Superior Negotiation Skills
• Project management, facilitation/training, and change management skills
• Demonstrated expertise in market analysis, contract development, and negotiation

Why You Would Want This Job:

• Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company with an inspiring vision.
• An inclusive company culture and a work environment that rewards excellence and empowers learning.
• A hybrid work model that embraces remote work for eligible roles.
• Competitive Health and Wellness benefits starting on your first day of employment.