Order Desk Coordinator, Procurement

at  MLSE

Company Description
At Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment Partnership (MLSE), we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that is representative of our community and where all employees feel they belong and can reach their full potential. We are Canada’s preeminent leader in delivering top quality sport and entertainment experiences and one of North America’s leading providers of exceptional fan experiences. We are the parent company of the National Hockey League’s Toronto Maple Leafs, the National Basketball Association’s Toronto Raptors, Major League Soccer’s Toronto FC, the Canadian Football League’s Toronto Argonauts and development teams with the Toronto Marlies (American Hockey League), Raptors 905 (NBA G League), Toronto FC II (MLS NEXT Pro League) and Raptors Uprising Gaming Club, the Toronto Raptors Esports franchise in the NBA 2K League.
MLSE owns and/or operates all the venues our teams play and train in, including Scotiabank Arena, BMO Field, Coca-Cola Coliseum, Ford Performance Centre, BMO Training Ground, and OVO Athletic Centre. We also provide fans in Toronto with incredible live music and entertainment events, as well as exceptional culinary experiences through our restaurants (e11even and RS) and clubs (Hot Stove Club, ScotiaClub and Platinum Club). Through MLSE Foundation, we have invested more than $45 million into Ontario communities since 2009 and with MLSE LaunchPad, we provide a place where youth facing barriers use sport to recognize and reach their potential.
We achieve all of this through our Common Purpose - to unite and empower our employees to create extraordinary moments for our fans and each other. Come be a part of the team.
Job Description

As a member of the Procurement team, you will be helping to support the purchasing and receiving of largely commercial products and services for several MLSE operations and locations, ensuring the delivery of winning fan service to all guests. You will also assist the team with variety of administration duties. Your passion and commitment to teamwork will contribute to ensuring our vision to win that is integral to our business.

• Receive purchasing requests from MLSE’s departments and create requisitions, track approvals, and convert them into purchase orders.
• Verify all details & specifications of each order and ensure accuracy/attention to detail.
• Assist in the extraction and preparation of data and reporting.
• Create and update categorized items within MLSE’s ERP system as new agreements are executed.
• Ability to monitor and follow up on receiving of products as per required timelines.
• Assist with obtaining invoices from suppliers and ensuring accuracy with purchase orders.
• Carry out administrative functions as directed by Manager.
• Participate in special projects and perform other related duties as requested.

Qualifications

Note: Before reviewing the qualifications listed below, we want you to know that we understand you may not meet all the qualifications described and have other relevant expertise and experience. We invite you to please share this with us in the “Message to the Hiring Manager” section of our online application.

• Must be flexible at times to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required given MLSE’s evolving event-based schedule.
• Intermediate to advanced skills in Excel, Word, and Inventory Control Software.
• Good understanding of inventory flow, ensuring prompt and accurate processing of all facets.
• Prior purchasing/order control experience is an asset.
• Excellent organizational, planning, analytical, and administrative skills.
• A positive, winning approach, incorporating integrity, confidentiality, and discretion.
• Work in compliance with the provisions of the Occupational Health & Safety Act.

Additional Information

• Receive purchasing requests from MLSE’s departments and create requisitions, track approvals, and convert them into purchase orders.
• Verify all details & specifications of each order and ensure accuracy/attention to detail.
• Assist in the extraction and preparation of data and reporting.
• Create and update categorized items within MLSE’s ERP system as new agreements are executed.
• Ability to monitor and follow up on receiving of products as per required timelines.
• Assist with obtaining invoices from suppliers and ensuring accuracy with purchase orders.
• Carry out administrative functions as directed by Manager.
• Participate in special projects and perform other related duties as requested