Category Buyer Jobs

The Company:

At Valens, we believe in creating products for those who need them. We do things the right way without ever cutting corners. Whether it’s medical or recreational, local or international, we’re pursuing meaningful extraction, formulation, product development and testing to bring purposeful cannabis to the people.

We each have our unique story, but we have a common goal of creating exceptional products with the end user in mind. We celebrate team wins, big and small, by recognizing the role that everyone has played in it. It is about growing together, learning together and making a positive difference.

AT VALENS, IT’S PERSONAL.

The Location:

• Live, work and play in the sunny Okanagan where nature is at your doorstep.
• Immerse yourself in an environment where championing the individual is not just a motto, it is a daily practice and how we succeed as a team.
• Don’t miss this opportunity to help build and shape the growing cannabis industry!

The Opportunity:

Reporting to the Director of Procurement, the Category Buyer is responsible for managing the supply of goods and services to the company in a timely manner with precise attention to detail regarding cost and quality. They will be well versed in creating effective relationships with both internal and external stakeholders and possess excellent communication and analytical skills.

As a Category Buyer you will:

• Maintain vendor base which provide optimal total value in service, quality and price for goods and services while maintaining the highest code of ethics and conduct
• Work collaboratively and effectively with internal departments
• Replenish stock on consumables and critical items
• Timely ordering of products and components in support of company forecasts
• Source new vendors for new materials, Biomass and components and Services
• Ensure that all purchased materials and services meet established quality levels and pre-determined specifications and requirements
• Work extensively in ERP - managing purchase orders, inventory levels and arrival of goods
• Support achievement of annual cost savings targets
• Coordinate and issue return, repair, warranty issues, revisions, and cancellation purchase orders
• Coordinate deposits and payments with finance department in compliance with internal controls
• Negotiate pricing, improve prices and terms of business with suppliers and review opportunities to make business savings utilizing negotiation and procurement best practice tools and methods
• Other duties as assigned
• Lead the validation and compliance process; ensure company purchasing policies and procedures are followed during supplier negotiations and contracts award process
• Monitor supplier performance and establish improvement plans as required
• Promptly handle requisitions to ensure stable supply and timely availability of materials and services

As a Category Buyer you bring:

• Ability to prioritize a busy and demanding workload
• All successful candidates are required to pass background checks
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Degree or Diploma in Business or Supply Chain Management, or related discipline required
• 3+ years' experience in a purchasing supply chain role required, preferably in a fast-moving consumer goods or manufacturing type environment
• Able to collaborate effectively with internal and external vendors and stakeholders
• Experience with ERP systems required (Microsoft Dynamics an asset)
• Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) certification through the Supply Chain Management Association is highly desirable
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Self-motivated team player with high level of integrity
• Follows best practices and maintains accurate documentation
• Knowledge and experience with production, purchasing, planning, inventory control and scheduling

As a valued member of the Valens team, you will enjoy:

• A top-notch extended benefits package including medical, vision and dental
• An entrepreneurial and innovative environment that fosters growth and continuous learning
• Competitive total compensation and incentives

We are grateful for the interest in this role from all candidates, however, we will be contacting only those that are selected for next steps in the hiring process.

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

The Valens Company is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a welcoming, inclusive, diverse and safe workplace where all of our team members have equal opportunity to succeed. We know this begins with recruitment. To honor our commitment, Valens encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, ages and abilities.