YOUR DAILY MISSION: See to it our internal and external partners have what they need when they need it.

WHO ARE WE?

We’ve been making kick-ass coffee for over 25 years.

We’re Canada’s #1 selling Whole Bean coffee. All our coffee is Organic and Fairtrade, roasted right in the Canadian Rocky Mountains smack dab in the middle of nowhere.

And it’s not just our coffee that’s good. We’ve been recognized as one of the Best Workplaces in Canada by Great Place to Work since 2015. We work hard and have fun. That’s how we roll.

WHO ARE YOU?

With your technical savvy, you can learn new computer programs and whiz your way through intricate spreadsheets. You are detail oriented, down to the dollar and decimal. Not only are you precise, but you are great at making connections. Maybe it’s your friendliness, your ability to understand people’s needs, or your excellent communication skills, but you make one heck of a team member. You love to support your team by making sure they have everything they need to succeed and embrace a continuous improvement mindset. Because of this, you can work well under pressure to stay on top of department needs.

WHAT WILL YOU DO? sHoP tILl YoU dRoP!

Okay, it is a bit more complex than that. You’ll be the espresso shot behind sourcing, negotiations and full lifecycle purchase order management, supporting sales, marketing and maintenance at Kicking Horse Coffee. You will maintain adequate inventory and supply levels of all retail items for our D2C warehouse and onsite Café. You’ll work to ensure that we receive the right products and services, at the right time, and at the right price.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• See to it our teams have what they need when they need it!
• Work collaboratively to determine needs and be proactive in ensuring items are ordered and in stock.
• Process purchase requisitions, release purchase orders, replenish stock and process special orders using economical and ethical purchasing philosophies.
• Complete sourcing activities including Request for Proposals, Request for Quotes, Request for Information, bid evaluations and negotiating directly with suppliers.
• Keep our supplier relations as strong as a double shot of espresso, while ensuring compliance with procurement process and contractual agreements. Coordinate supplier activities and reviews of overall performance.
• Work with the purchasing manager to support the maintenance and growth of our organizational contract management plan.
• Support the creation and maintenance of accurate data and purchase order pricing within the ERP system including purchase orders, part master records, vendor master records, vendor pricing records, etc.
• Provide team support to establish inventory minimums and maximums within the ERP system to ensure MRP supports the demands of the operations organization.
• Work to meet or exceed established departmental KPI’s.
• Support the management of the purchasing team email inbox and coordinate CAPEX projects.
• Support other members of the purchasing team in role coverage as required.

QUALIFICATIONS 

• Procurement professional with 3-5 years of related experience in a procurement or supply chain capacity
• Demonstrated experience in negotiating contracts and managing supplier relationships within a supply chain context
• Post-secondary education or related training and experience
• Experience with an ERP System or similar and Master Data Management
• Understanding of sales and marketing components (an asset)
• Strong working knowledge of MS Office (Outlook, Excel and Word)
• Legally entitled to work in Canada

CULTURE CHARACTERISTICS

LOVE Passion for coffee, learning, and continuous improvement. You are a connector and have exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
AWAKE You have a genuine and fun disposition and see the “mug half full”.
INTENTIONAL You do every little thing with good intention and love a good plan. You plan your work and work your plan.
SOPHISTICATED You have strong attention to detail and value accuracy; you place a high standard for quality.
COURAGEOUS You adapt. You respond to change with ease and speed and are an innovative human bean. You are curious and love to ask questions!

OTHER INFORMATION

• This is an onsite position located in Invermere, BC. Relocation support is available.
• This is a full-time, permanent position in our Purchasing department.
• Our core working hours are 9 AM to 3 PM, with varying start and end times.

PERKS TO PIQUE YOUR INTEREST

When individuals thrive, communities thrive. And we are here to help that happen. The following perks and programs have been designed with intention, to ensure our people prosper.

• Mug Fillers: Damn good discounts on coffee beans and have all the caffeine you will need to keep you fuelled onsite. These benefits include discounted beverages, food, and merchandise in the Café.
• Livable Wage: All our roles offer a livable wage within the Columbia Valley. The salary range for this position is $72,000 – $82,000 annually.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Designed to support employee wellness and mental health, our benefits program is as full as our mugs! In addition to our standard medical and dental coverage, we offer:
• $700 wellness and recreation allowance annually.
• $2,000 flexible paramedical services coverage per year.
• A whole heck of a lot of time off including 4 weeks of paid vacation after one year of work.
• Celebrate your birthday with a paid day off and a $100 gift certificate to your local business of choice.
• Access to emergency or crisis support through our Employee & Family Assistance Program.
• Environmental and Community Giving: Our Green Commuting program pays employees up to $3.00 per day for choosing a green commute to work. Our Dream Fund provides Kicking Horse Coffee dreamers with financial funding to put towards community projects.
• Continued Education: All employees have access to world-class, online learning through our partnership with Harvard ManageMentor.
• Exceptional Human Beans: Working with a kick-ass team? We think that is the best perk of all. Our crew of coffee lovers love what they do and are great at it too!

HOW TO APPLY

Sound like your cuppa? You should probably apply. Create your account with our candidate portal (through Get Hired) and submit your resume and application form. Since you’re more than just a resume, please be prepared to answer a few questions about yourself.

This posting will remain open until February 25, 2025 with applications reviewed as they are received. So don’t delay, apply right away!

SPIRIT OF LOVE

Love means welcoming everyone to ensure an inclusive place for all. We seek team members from all walks of life, backgrounds, and cultures.