Purchasing Coordinator

Mastronardi Produce pioneered the commercial greenhouse industry in North America, and we’re now the leading greenhouse vegetable company on the continent. Our award-winning, flavorful produce is packed under the SUNSET® brand and is available at leading grocery retailers across North America. Family owned for over 65 years, we pride ourselves on having the most flavorful products and the best people in the industry. We are constantly pushing boundaries to be a leader in fresh produce innovation. We seek individuals that demonstrate our PRIDE values (Passion, Respect, Innovation, Drive, Excellence) to help us fulfill our mission to inspire healthy living through WOW flavor experiences. We are currently seeking a Purchasing Coordinator to join our team. The essential function of this position is responsible for ensuring purchasing needs for our facility are met, at the right time, right price, right place and correct quantity. Values: To perform the job successfully, the incumbent’s behavior must be consistent with the PRIDE values expected of all Mastronardi Produce employees: be Passionate; have Respect; be Innovative; be Driven and strive for Excellence. Primary Responsibilities: * Co-ordinate with greenhouse leaders, maintenance and other departments where necessary to ensure the purchasing needs are fulfilled

• Responsible for reviewing data to see if we are understocked
• Responsible for placing purchase orders with suppliers as orders dictate
• Responsible for reporting, monitoring, reviewing, and tracking inventory

accuracy in our ERP, slow- moving inventory, and inventory * Following up with suppliers to ensure purchase orders are being processed, and delivered on-time

• Responsible for ensuring the integrity of ERP item files
• Maintain records of goods ordered and received
• Report any discrepancies or problems
• Track and ensure claims are being processed, credited etc.
• Responsible for courier services (Fedex).
• Resolve discrepancies between purchase orders and invoices
• Report any product quality issues immediately to the Purchasing team
• Ensure a physical inventory of packaging is completed and tracked
• Keep all company information confidential and will not disclose any company

information to outside individuals

• Follow all company rules and regulations at all times
• Other duties or details may be assigned

Position Requirements:

• College Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• Knowledge of packaging products or related materials (related work

experience) * Valid passport and ability to Travel to MPL locations across the US and Canada

• Must be extremely organized
• Good communication skills and posses excellent inter-personal skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Office
• Spanish-speaking an asset

Working Conditions:

• Working conditions are normal for an office environment
• Use of company computer and phone

Please note: Mastronardi Produce has accommodation processes and policies in place and provides accommodation for employees with disabilities. If you require a specific accommodation because of a disability or documented medical need, please contact the Human Resource office so that arrangements can be made for the appropriate accommodation to be put into place before you begin your employment. Pay is $55k/yr USD-$65k/yr USD (commensurate with experience)