Buyer supporting procurement, purchasing, and supplier relationships at Ontario’s cancer research institute. Processing orders, managing vendor accounts, and maintaining procurement controls and records.
About the role
- Buyer responsible for the procurement cycle, negotiating with suppliers for GoMaterials, a B2B marketplace for landscaping materials. Working independently with accountability for quality, speed, and pricing.
Responsibilities
- Own the full procurement cycle — from executing orders and negotiating with suppliers to spotting issues before they reach the customer
- Execute orders end-to-end with full accountability for quality, speed, fill rate, communication, and price
- Negotiate supplier terms and apply value engineering to maximize order profitability
- Catch procurement issues early, escalate with context, and follow through on resolution
- Manage a high-volume workload across competing priorities without dropping the ball
- Collaborate with your team lead and senior buyers, stepping in where the team needs you
- Follow established processes — and flag improvements when you see them
Requirements
- 2–4 years in procurement, operations, or supply chain
- Track record of executing POs independently with strong attention to detail
- Confident negotiator who builds lasting supplier relationships
- Calm under pressure — you solve first, escalate when it counts
- Strong prioritization skills across multiple simultaneous orders
- Proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office Suite
- English fluency required
- Bonus points for:
- Startup or high-growth environment experience
- Diploma or degree in logistics, supply chain, business, or related field
- Familiarity with GSE or similar procurement platforms
- Exposure to value engineering or cost optimization
- ERP or procurement system experience
- Background in landscaping, horticulture, or wholesale
Benefits
- Enjoy solid health benefits & time off
- Get a piece of the pie with equity after your first year
- Grow with us through learning & promotion opportunities
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