Made Better isn’t just a claim; it’s our Dare promise.

Dare has been a proudly Canadian, family-owned company since 1889. Throughout our long history, we’ve created some of the most loved brands in the country including Bear Paws cookies, REALFRUIT gummies, Breton crackers, Melba Toast and many more. For over 130 years we had been located in the Kitchener area since the family’s original store opened in 1892. We are now head quartered in Cambridge Ontario and we’ve expanded our roots far beyond. With eight manufacturing plants and over 1400 employees, Dare is part of the fabric of Canada.

At Dare our dedicated team works passionately to uphold our tradition of excellence, innovation and quality in every aspect of our operations. Our state-of-the-art facilities utilize advanced technology to ensure consistency and quality while meeting the evolving needs of our consumers and customers.

• Strategic sourcing of direct and / or indirect materials and services at competitive costs to support production and innovation requirements
• Detailed spend analysis to support strategic sourcing
• Develop and negotiate contracts, focusing on risk management, best in class terms and conditions and overall value
• Demonstrate a systematic and innovative approach to problem solving
• Communicate effectively with suppliers
• Ensure uninterrupted flow of materials and services to support manufacturing and innovation  
• Lead the supplier performance and relationship management process driving overall value from contracts
• Monitor market conditions using online tools, networking and published information
• Develop and execute RFP’s
• Participate and manage cross functional teams to drive continuous improvement
• Develop vendors to ensure conformance of materials and competitive pricing
• Maintain SAP master data, including material masters, vendor masters, source lists, pricing tables, contracts, and MRP information.
• Support SAP testing, upgrades and education.
• Administer contracts and ERP requirements
• Develop annual budgets
• Other duties as assigned

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• Minimum three years of relevant purchasing experience, ideally in a consumer packaged goods company (with responsibilities for direct and / or indirect materials and services)  
• Professional verbal and written communication skills
• Relevant post-secondary degree or diploma (or equivalent experience) with experience in supply chain (i.e. MRP, manufacturing process, strategic sourcing, negotiating and contracts).
• Proficient with an ERP system (ideally SAP)
• Working towards a SCMP (Supply Chain Management Professional) designation (PMAC – Purchasing Management Association of Canada)
• Knowledge of Supply Chain procedures
• Ability to influence decision makers; excellent relationship management skills.
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Advanced Excel skills)
• In depth analytical skills
• Strong organization skills with the ability to manage multiple projects
• Strong problem-solving ability
• Effective communicator
• Works independently
• Initiative and teamwork
• High ethical standards and strong work ethic
• Working knowledge of French is an asset

Total Rewards Package: Our Total Rewards package reflects the investment we make in our employees to help them and their families achieve their well-being goals. Total Rewards at Dare Foods includes a competitive base salary, comprehensive health and wellness benefits and retirement programs. In addition, we offer paid time off, career development opportunities as well as reward and recognition programs.

At Dare Foods Limited, we are dedicated to creating an inclusive, accessible, equal-opportunity environment that welcomes all individuals from all backgrounds because we know it will make our company a better place to work. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (visible or invisible, temporary or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. 

We want to thank all candidates in advance for their interest; only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Due to the volume of applications we receive, we cannot confirm the receipt of individual applications or resumes.