WHO WE ARE •

With over 50 years of success in Canada, we are defined by our team's passion for growing and expanding the business. •

We are people with GRIP: Go-Getter, Renders Service, Innovative, and Passionate for succeeding.

The well-being of people is the purpose of SPI Health and Safety and involves three fundamental components:

Our Employees •‍ ️•‍ ️

Offer an employee journey where people grow personally and professionally

Our Community••

Make this world a better place

Our Clients•‍•

Help customers’ employees go home safely

Our employees have spoken! SPI is officially certified as a GREAT PLACE TO WORK®!•

INTERESTING LINKS •

SPI Health and Safety / Our History

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SPI Health and Safety / Careers

SPI Health and Safety / Press releases

OUR OFFER •

Work for an organization with a meaningful mission, a corporate culture that is engaging and innovative, and an excellent work ethic in a highly competitive industry. •

• Group RRSP (matched by the employer);
• Flexible group insurance plan;
• Summer hours throughtout the year;
• Dare to Dream program which consists of making an employee's dream come true;
• Access to a gym on the worksite;
• Reimbursement for physical activity;
• Employee discount on all our products;
• Scholarship for employee’s and their kids;
• Access to a telehealth program (100% provided by the company);
• Program offering support to employees in need (SPI Connection Committee);
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) gives you access to professional advice in all health matters;
• Volunteer program (time paid for a cause that matters to you);
• Referral program with a $1000 bonus;
• Continuous training and career opportunities;
• A stimulating work environment filled with exciting challenges;
• And the possibility of working in an environment where YOU matter!
• YOUR CHALLENGES

As a Buyer, you play a key role in managing import orders, optimizing purchasing systems, and overseeing the inventory of Kosto products.

• You work closely with logistics, compliance, and quality teams, actively contributing to the continuous improvement of supply chain processes.
• Thanks to your strong organizational skills and attention to detail, you manage multiple files simultaneously and help optimize inventory turnover, service levels, and overall performance, while taking into account the realities of international trade.
• YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
• Ensure the upkeep, maintenance, and configuration of systems (including CSD);
• Maintain accurate product and purchasing data;
• Build and maintain strong relationships with international suppliers;
• Analyze supplier performance in collaboration with the technical compliance team;
• Prepare and monitor documentation related to international transactions;
• Coordinate logistics for orders (transportation, customs clearance);
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth operations;
• Optimize inventory turnover while considering constraints and minimum order quantities (MOQ);
• Support product distribution to branches;
• Monitor Pareto analysis during new product launches;
• Support technical and QA/QC teams regarding quality assurance standards;
• Participate in supplier meetings and negotiations, as needed;
• Ensure service level agreements are met;
• Comply with health and safety standards;
• Contribute to team objectives and related projects.
• YOUR SUCCESS INDICATORS
• Adherence to inventory budget;
• Improvement of inventory turnover;
• Maintenance of high service levels;
• Responsiveness: ability to respond within 24 hours.
• WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
• College diploma (DEC) in management, accounting, commerce, or a related field (or equivalent experience);
• 3 to 5 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or international logistics;
• Experience with import order tracking;
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment;
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office;
• Good knowledge of management information systems;
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills;
• Autonomy, proactivity, and strong initiative;
• Ability to perform under pressure;
• Negotiation skills;
• Customer-oriented mindset (internal and external);
• Ability to simplify and communicate complex information clearly;
• Bilingual in French and English (spoken and written).

Every day, our values ✨guide our conduct to live in a respectful, honest, transparent and fair workplace. Choose to make a difference!

You want to work for a growing organization with a meaningful mission and excellent work ethic? We want to know you! •

SPI Health and Safety is an equal opportunity employer ️and is committed to treating all people in a way that allows them to maintain their dignity and independence.

To be eligible for this position, you must legally be permitted to work in Canada, without any additional sponsorship support from SPI Heath and Safety.

We encourage you to apply even if your experience does not perfectly match this job posting, as you may be the right candidate for this role or others.

A background check is mandatory for all external candidates.•