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Maintenance BuyerMaple Leaf Foods · Winnipeg, MB, Canada
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Maintenance Buyer

🗓️ Posted 2026-09-08 Winnipeg, MB, Canada Permanent Hybrid Manufacturing Transport Logistics
💰 Salary Not shared 📊 Market 4,500 CAD–6,500 CAD/mo

About the Company

We're a carbon neutral food company on a purposeful journey to Raise the Good in Food through better nutrition, safer food and workplaces, more humane animal care, and environmental sustainability efforts that protect our planet. We care about our communities and commit to reducing food insecurity in Canada. Join us on the journey. Let's build a better future, together. We're passionate about food. For more than 100 years, we've made delicious, healthy protein that Canadians love under iconic national and regional brands, like Maple Leaf , Schneiders , and Greenfield Natural Meat Co. We're on a journey to become the most sustainable protein company - not just in Canada - but on earth. We are carbon neutral. We are one of the only food companies in Canada to set science-based targets. We're a global food company with approximately 10,000 team members. We operate sites in 20+ locations across Canada. We also have locations in the U.S. and Mexico, and do business in Asia. A diverse and inclusive work environment Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision and living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values. We believe in building, investing in, recognizing, and rewarding remarkable people who value an inclusive workplace, embrace all forms of diversity, and commit to including every voice in our collaborative environment. We're so much stronger when we know we're accepted and valued for who we are and what we each bring to

About the Role

The Buyer is responsible for maintaining proper inventory of spare parts required to keep the production line running. This includes timely purchasing, accurate recording of spare parts usage and compliance with all MLF site and corporate standard operating procedures and policies. The Buyer is a key contributor to the continuous improvements of critical plant performance metrics in the areas of maintenance, productions, and finance. Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by September 22. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration. Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life: Implements and manages purchasing procedures and processes to ensure the plant receives the right materials in the right quantity at the right time Executes purchasing transactions efficiently and consistently with OC sourcing policies, standards, operating procedures, and financial controls consistent with sourcing policies and financial controls Maintain accurate purchasing data in SAP, ensure data quality and integrity of vendor and material data Work with suppliers, commodity leaders, and plant leadership to ensure supply quality expectations are met Manage local inventory consignment agreements through inventory reconciliation Resolve all open accounts payable issues as they occur Maintains proper inventory of spare parts (including mix and quantity) required to keep production line running by timely purchasing and accurate rec

Requirements

  • ● + year of experience in manufacturing, plant, or heavy industry experience as a Buyer or a related role such as supply change management, procurement, buying, and purchasing is required.
  • ● Bachelor's degree in business administration is preferred; considerations will be given to individuals with 2 year diploma in supply chain and procurement with proven experience.
  • ● Proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Office suite of products is required

Benefits

  • ● Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.
  • ● An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best.
  • ● Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.
  • ● Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.
  • ● Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, 'speaker series' events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.
  • ● Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs.
  • ● Supporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.