Procurement Associate - 6 Months Contract

ABOUT LGC STANDARDS:

To provide and be responsible for sourcing chemicals, selected consumables and negotiating pricing from suppliers in the most economical way, whilst meeting our technical requirements. To ensure chemicals are available for re-sale and for manufacturing items in a timely manner.

Source and negotiate chemicals for re-sale, inventory, starting material / raw material, and for ongoing projects in the most cost-effective way based on price, quality, and lead-time

Source and negotiate selected consumables

Research and identify potential vendors for chemicals required

Work with Procurement Administrator to ensure accuracy and timely creation of PO’s

Work with suppliers to improve the safety of chemical delivered to our facility

Manage evaluation and selection of the suppliers

Communicate with the suppliers regarding reasons for rejection, and re-purchase or re-source products when necessary

Reinforce RC commitment for safe chemical transport via IATA (International Air Transport Association), including but not limited to, correct name of chemical, declarations, packing, etc.

Analyze inventory level status reports (including purchase for re-sale) to ensure inventory is not depleted and replenished in a timely manner

Assess history and trends in decision-making process for above, reviewing inventory levels of backordered and lower stock items

Identify improvement opportunities and participate in establishing the department’s performance metrics and CI programs

Prepare and update assigned department SOPs, Work Instructions, and Task Instructions

Abide by health and safety guidelines prescribed by governing bodies and the TRC Environmental Health and Safety Committee.

Working with finance on resolving invoice discrepancies

Working with Project Management in RFQs for construction and equipment related projects

Perform other duties and complete additional projects as assigned

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, with knowledge of chemical structures and terminology preferred

3-5 years of experience in chemical procurement preferred

Excellent interpersonal, verbal communication, and time management skills

Task oriented self-starter that takes initiative to get things done

Creativity and problem-solving skills

Negotiation skills

Planning and organizing

Detail orientated

Reliable and trustworthy with a good work ethic

Works well within stipulated timelines and able to meet deadlines

Previous experience with FileMaker, ERP is an asset

Minimum: CAD $50,000 / yearly

Maximum: CAD $60,000 / yearly

The salary range provided covers the minimum and maximum amounts projected for this role. The base salary will be influenced by factors like experience, skills, and location.

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits for employees and dependents

RRSP with matching employer contribution

Group retirement plan

PTO and Personal Care Days

Professional development and extended growth opportunities across the TRC and LGC networks

Subsidized corporate gym membership with GoodLife Fitness and store and restaurant discounts

Cheer Program where employees are recognized for outstanding work

Companywide social events

LGC is a leading, global life science tools company, providing critically important components and solutions into high-growth application areas across the human healthcare and applied market segments. Its high-quality product portfolio is comprised of critical tools for genomic analysis and for quality assurance applications, which are typically embedded and recurring within our customers’ products and workflows and are valued for their performance, quality, and range.

PASSION

CURIOSITY

INTEGRITY

BRILLIANCE

RESPECT

Equal opportunities

LGC strongly believes that every job applicant and employee should be valued for their individual talents regardless of age, disability, race, color, ethnic or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership, pregnancy or parental status, religion, or belief. Short listing, interviewing and selection will always be carried out without regard these factors.

For more information about LGC, please visit our website www.lgcgroup.com

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