Overview This is a 12 month term position that will assist the Procurement Leads to ensure the best position for Simplot Grower Solutions (SGS) in the acquisition of seed, seed care, inoculant, and crop protection products by supporting our SGS network with excellence in demand planning, order execution, inventory tracking and supply planning. Collaborate with the Finance and Accounting teams for success in accurate rebate tracking, coordinating vendor prepays, purchase order/product receipt/invoice matching and ensuring accurate and timely payments to our distributors. Responsibilities Product Procurement and Logistics: Work closely with Procurement Leads and Location Managers to monitor internal inventories, create purchase orders and effectively communicate orders to distribution partners while maximizing efficiencies of warehouse capacities and profitability. Ensure product SKUs and pricing are up to date in ERP system. Be a point of contact for suppliers and distributors to collect information such as inventory forecast position reports. Communicate accruals to our rebate team and ensure accuracy of rebate accrual estimates. Responsible for accurate sales data reporting and validations. Ensure current understanding of all products, load and package sizes appropriate to Simplot Grower Solutions Markets. Ensure 3-way match of purchase orders, purchase receipts and invoicing within our ERP systems. Responsible for submitting vendor prepays, accuracy and tracking. Assist in review of vendor bill lists and reconcile to vendor statements. Assist in logistics of custom seed treating work with sales staff to ensure the most efficient use of custom seed treaters. Monitor aging inventory by location. Establish and maintain strong relationships and large industry network as directed by Crop Protection & Seed Manager. Communicate with designated representatives for manufacturers and distributors. Learn and upgrade knowledge of new products and product updates on CPP and Seed as required. Maintain strong working knowledge of key industry people and competitors. Be an active supporter and contributor to the communities we serve. Contribute to and maintain a positive attitude in the workplace. Keep and maintain confidentiality of all customers, staff and suppliers and Simplot Grower Solutions business. Help with any special projects as required. Be familiar with and live the values defined by the Simplot Grower Solutions. Continually develop leadership and business skills. Approve, attend and contribute to community activities when appropriate. Set, maintain, and live high ethical and moral standards. Pleasantly greet customers and suppliers. Fill in for all roles when needed with appropriate skills and talents. Support safety practices and initiatives as set by safety officer and ensure safe driving habits. Maintain and tidy up office and yard. Demonstrate respect and courtesy for all staff, customers, suppliers, and community. Travel & Location Travel Required: Less than 10% Location: SGS Office - Kindersley SK Country: Canada Equal Opportunity Simplot Canada (II) Limited is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status. If you require technical assistance, please email . Job Requisition ID: 23841 #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Procurement Specialist - 12 Month Term (Kindersley, SK)