Raw Material Coordinator

Apple Valley Foods Inc. is a food manufacturer located in Kentville, Nova Scotia with sales throughout North America. The company is currently seeking a detail-orientated Raw Material Coordinator to work in a fast paced, progressive and growing environment.

Reporting to the Purchasing Manager, the successful candidate will:

• Able to carry out all required aspects of purchasing, inventory management and control including shipment, loading and storage activities
• Responsible for processing of purchasing transactions and maintaining inventory to meet production requirements
• Work effectively with planners, buyers, supplies and production managers
• Minimize material shortages to ensure the production schedule is attained. Make alternate arrangements in the event of shortages or delays to minimize impact
• Identify, recommend and implement ways to improve inventory holdings
• Participate in departmental and interdepartmental meetings as required
• Maintain accurate inventory. Identify obsolete and excess inventory
• Generate reports through Excel as required

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications and experience:

• Post-secondary education in Inventory, Purchasing or Business is preferred or equivalent experience (minimum 5 years)
• Energetic and able to keep on top of various projects
• Strong time management and organizational skills are required
• Strong knowledge of MS Office programs including Word, Excel and Outlook
• Advanced Excel skills required
• Previous experience with Syspro/MRP systems would be an asset
• Follow all company, Food Safety and Health & Safety policies
• Possess strong written, verbal and oral communication skills

Pay: From $32.15 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Work Location: In person