Supplier Development Coordinator - Montreal

Job description

GoMaterials is one of Canada's fastest-growing companies, recognized by [Deloitte](https://www.gomaterials.com/press-releases/gomaterials-ranked-number-409-fastest-growing-company-in-north-america-on-the-2023-deloitte-technology-fast-500/#:~:text=Montreal%2C%20QC%2C%2008%20November%202023,grew%20298%25%20during%20this%20period.), the [Globe & Mail,](https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/rob-magazine/top-growing-companies/article-ranking-canadas-top-growing-companies-of-2024/) and the [Lazaridis Scaleup Program](https://www.wlu.ca/news/news-releases/2021/nov/lazaridis-institutes-scaleup-program-accepts-11-exceptional-companies.html). We’re revolutionizing how landscape contractors source plant and hardscape materials through a B2B marketplace that simplifies procurement in a traditionally outdated industry. Since our inception, we have helped landscapers save time, money, and stress and plant over 1.5 million plants and trees. Led by a young and eager group of entrepreneurs, GoMaterials is aggressively expanding across North America. We are therefore looking for amazing people to add to our team! ### **About the role:** You’ll be the frontline of our supplier network — responsible for identifying, qualifying, and building relationships with landscaping suppliers across North America. This role sits at the intersection of sales outreach, data integrity, and cross-team coordination. You’ll work closely with our Inventory Management and Operations teams to ensure suppliers are onboarded smoothly and our catalog data stays accurate. If you’re a natural communicator who thrives on working efficiently, takes initiative, and doesn’t mind picking up the phone to get things done, this role is for you. ### **What You’ll Do:** *Supplier Acquisition & Qualification (70%)* - Conduct outbound outreach (calls and emails) to prospective suppliers to acquire inventory lists and catalogs - Research and identify new supplier prospects across target regions - Qualify new supplier leads against GoMaterials’ standards for product fit, geography, and reliability - Manage the end-to-end supplier onboarding process, including qualification calls and documentation *Supplier Relationship Management (20%)* - Maintain ongoing supplier relationships — follow up on open items, resolve friction, and drive partnership alignment - Process and organize incoming supplier catalogs and inventory updates per established SOPs - Manage the inventory inbox and triage supplier communications *Data & CRM Management (10%)* - Keep the CRM current with accurate supplier contacts and business information - Fill and process customer request forms accurately - Coordinate with the Inventory Management team to hand off updated availability and flag data issues - Support process documentation and contribute to building institutional knowledge about the supplier network ### **What You’ll Need:** - 1–2 years of experience in a sales, procurement, account management, or coordinator-type role - No phone shyness: comfortable making high-volume outbound calls and emails - Strong organizational skills — able to juggle multiple supplier threads without dropping the ball - Detail-oriented approach to data entry and CRM hygiene - Clear, professional communicator in English (written and verbal) - Self-starter who can work through a list independently without constant direction ### **Nice to Have:** - Bilingual — French or Spanish - Familiarity with CRM tools (HubSpot preferred)