Intercity Packers Ltd.
Thank you for your interest in Intercity Packers. We are always looking for qualified people to join our team who share our passion for integrity, quality, safety, sustainability, accountability and trust. We are dedicated to our customers and committed to our people. We believe in treating each other with respect and working as a team to get things done right. Does this sound like you? See our job opening below.
Intercity Packers is the largest meat/seafood distribution company in Western Canada and part of the Gordon Food Service (GFS) Canada group of companies, which has been recognized by Forbes magazine to be among Canada’s Best Employers in 2026.
As our innovative business continues to grow rapidly, we are seeking a full-time Senior Buyer at our Richmond location.
Position: Full-Time, Permanent
Schedule: Monday to Friday, business hours
Hybrid Format: 1 day per week remote
Salary: Between $60,000 to $80,000 per year, plus annual bonus based on performance
Duties and Responsibilities:
Ensure adequate stock on hand for a variety of fresh and frozen products including all details such as specs and delivery arrangements
Prepare purchase orders and related documents
Manage inventory levels for production & sales
Follow up on a variety of purchasing-related tasks
Meet or exceed expectations laid out in the purchasing scorecard such as fill rates, inventory caps and long & slow inventory
Manage sourcing of new products to keep customers competitive and current on the market trends
Stay on top of market shifts/updates to negotiate the best pricing in a commodity marketplace
Initiate and maintain healthy internal and external customer and vendor relations
Communicate all relevant information to other departments
Requirements:
A minimum of 3 years of work experience in the food industry and relative retail environment
Good knowledge of purchasing food commodities
Strong computer systems skills
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation abilities
Ability to work independently and demonstrate problem-solving, innovation and customer service skills
Meat knowledge and experience is a definite asset
Intercity Packers offers a range of benefits, including:
At Intercity Packers Meat & Seafood, we believe in good food and good people. Over the past five (5) decades, we have cultivated a rich history of bringing customers high-quality, innovative and carefully sourced meat and seafood products along with the best customer service. Our unwavering mission to provide customers with the best is reflected in our motto, "Yes, we do!"
We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for the next stage will be contacted. Intercity Packers is an equal opportunity employer who strives to provide an inclusive work environment that involves everyone and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants and employees will receive consideration for employment, or in terms or conditions of employment, without regard to any enumerated or analogous grounds of discrimination, including race, religious beliefs, colour, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, age, ancestry, place of origin, marital status, source of income, family status, sexual orientation or status as a qualified individual with disability.
If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to hr@intercitypackers.ca and use the words “Accommodation Request” in your subject line.
Since 1972, Intercity Packers Meat & SeafoodⓇ has served as a leading Canadian supplier of high-quality, value-added, and customized meat and seafood products. We take pride and care in sourcing premium meat and seafood, then carefully preparing them to each customer’s specifications. Our consultative approach to working with food service, hospitality and healthcare establishments starts with understanding their goals, and results in solutions that meet their needs.
We source, produce and package each product with precision and consistency, while upholding the highest food safety standards. With 3 federally regulated by the CFIA & SQF-certified facilities located across Canada, we can service regional and national clientele. Intercity Packers is the proud supplier sought-after brands including Certified Angus BeefⓇ, White Stripe Lamb, Intercity Custom Meats and Ocean Wise Seafood. Our valued customers can take advantage of reputable meat and seafood products to differentiate their offering, improve consistency and maximize profitability.
