Procurement Coordinator

Adecco is currently hiring a full-time Procurement Coordinator to join a top-tier global consumer goods (CPG/FMCG) company. In this role, you will support end-to-end procurement operations within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate has experience in supplier coordination, purchase order processing, contract support, and SAP Ariba systems.

• Pay Rate: $30.00-$33.00 /hour
• Location: Brantford, ON (Hybrid & Office)
• Schedule: Monday–Friday | Between 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
• Job Type: 1 year contract

Here’s why you should apply:

• Paid weekly accurate and on time
• Strong health and safety programs
• Medical and dental benefits once qualified
• Free training programs
• New and quicker onboarding process

Main Responsibilities

Procurement Coordination & Supplier Management

• Interact with suppliers to ensure client's procurement policies, procedures, and standards are adhered to.
• Participate in supplier selection, evaluation, and ongoing supplier relationship management (SRM).
• Support Buyers and internal stakeholders in managing the purchase order (PO) process and supplier communications.
• Review and compare supplier quotations, pricing structures, and commercial proposals.
• Provide input into sourcing decisions, cost optimization opportunities, and procurement recommendations.
• Work with suppliers and conduct market research to understand industry trends, pricing fluctuations, and market influences.
• Assist with negotiating and recommending short-term and multi-year contracts for services and equipment based on plant requirements and approved budgets.
• Support contract discussions including commercial terms, liability, safety requirements, insurance coverage, privacy requirements, and company code of conduct compliance.
• Issue RFP details to approved supplier partners for plant requirements.

Procurement Systems & Reporting

• Implement, maintain, and update procurement systems and databases, including Ariba.
• Manage and maintain supplier pricelist databases and ensure pricing accuracy for codified materials.
• Monitor and update delivery schedules, supplier lead times, and delivery date changes.
• Prepare procurement reports, vendor assessments, KPI tracking, and contract updates for Central Procurement.
• Support procurement policy compliance and yearly KPI achievement initiatives.

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Issue Resolution

• Work independently with internal departments including Supply Chain, Planning, Finance, Quality, Engineering, and Stores to support procurement activities.
• Assess operational requirements and assist in defining specifications for materials and services.
• Resolve supplier invoice discrepancies, finance issues, and payment-related concerns in collaboration with Finance.
• Work with Stores and suppliers to resolve inventory discrepancies and delivery issues.
• Support year-end closing activities and other procurement-related administrative processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Supply Chain, Procurement, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, supply chain, or a related coordination role.
• Experience working with procurement systems, preferably SAP Ariba, is required.
• Strong knowledge of procurement and sourcing processes.
• Experience supporting supplier communications, quotations, purchase orders, and contract administration.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Experience in supplier relationship management (SRM), sourcing support, or contract coordination is considered an asset.
• Knowledge of procurement policies, commercial terms, and vendor compliance requirements is considered an asset.

Are you interested in this position? Apply now! Our dynamic team of recruiters will reach out if you qualify for this role.

At Adecco, our purpose is simple: to make the future work for everyone. We live our values Passion, Collaboration, Inclusion, Courage, and Customers at Heart by fostering a workplace where diversity is celebrated and every voice matters. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and identities.