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Senior Product Buyer/Estimator Jobs in North York, Ontario, Canada at Progress Luv2Pak
Title: Senior Product Buyer/Estimator
Company: Progress Luv2Pak
Location: North York, Ontario, Canada
Job description:
Company: Progress Luv2Pak International Ltd./Gather Packaging
Reports to: Director of Procurement
Pay: CA$85,000.00-CA$100,000.00 per year
About Us:
Progress Luv2Pak International Ltd. / Gather Packaging is Canada’s largest retail packaging company and manufacturer, proudly leading the industry in design, innovation, and sustainability since 1917. We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Packaging Buyer to join our Toronto-based team. This is a unique opportunity to work with a dynamic procurement team while contributing to our legacy of excellence in custom packaging solutions.
Position Overview:
As a Packaging Buyer, you will play a key role in sourcing and estimating for packaging projects, collaborating closely with our Sales and Technical teams. You will be responsible for developing cost-effective procurement strategies, maintaining supplier relationships, and ensuring the timely and efficient delivery of packaging solutions that meet our high standards for quality and design.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with Sales and Technical teams to define project specifications.
- Prepare detailed RFQs for both domestic and international suppliers.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors and distributors.
- Negotiate contracts regarding pricing, delivery terms, quality, and lead times.
- Analyze market trends to develop competitive pricing using MS Excel and NetSuite.
- Plan and manage procurement activities related to gift packaging.
- Coordinate import and export logistics, including freight analysis.
- Review artwork and dielines for accuracy and production feasibility.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree required; preference for candidates with accredited Purchasing or Supply Chain Management credentials (e.g., PMAC, SCMA).
- Experience in gift packaging (e.g., paper shopping bags, corrugated/folding/rigid boxes) is a strong asset.
- Proficiency in reading dielines and reviewing artwork.
- Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel are essential.
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Ability to travel and work flexible hours as needed.
- Fluency in English required; Mandarin is an asset.
- Candidates will be tested to validate required skill sets.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary and a unique performance-based incentive program
- Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, life, disability) after 3-month probation
- Fitness subsidy and potential cell phone allowance
- Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
- Social and team-building events
- In-office position in a collaborative and supportive environment
If you’re passionate about packaging, procurement, and working in a collaborative, innovative team, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply Today!
Join us in shaping the future of sustainable and innovative retail packaging.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (required)
Experience:
- Buyer/Estimator: 5 years (required)
Willingness to travel:
- 25% (required)
- Work Location: In person
