Buyer at J.D. Irving, Limited

Dieppe, New Brunswick, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

24 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Purchasing, Category Growth, Analytical Skills, Vendor Relationships, Negotiation, Inventory Management, Sales Trends, Cost-Saving Opportunities

Industry

Paper and Forest Product Manufacturing

Description

Join Atlantic Canada’s Leading Heavy-Duty Truck & Trailer Dealership! Universal Truck and Trailer is the region’s largest heavy-duty truck and trailer dealership, proudly serving Southern New Brunswick and PEI. As an authorized dealer for premium brands Freightliner and Western Star, we deliver exceptional sales, service, parts, and warranty support. Our state-of-the-art service bays and commitment to excellence set us apart. We service all makes and models of Class 6, 7, and 8 vehicles, including luxury RVs, while focusing on delighting customers through continuous team development. We are seeking an enthusiastic, analytical team player with experience in purchasing and category growth, ideally in technical or heavy-duty industries. The successful candidate will be responsible for purchasing heavy-duty truck & trailer parts, analyzing vendor offerings, and driving category growth to support our business objectives. Key focuses of the role include: 1. Generate replenishment orders and support daily operations to maximize inventory availability and fill rates. 2. Analyze assortment data, sales trends, and vendor offerings to identify cost-saving opportunities and drive category expansion. 3. Build and maintain strong vendor relationships, negotiating favourable terms and opportunities to benefit the business and customers. Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions. We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities. Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply. We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Universal Truck and Trailer is Atlantic Canada's largest heavy-duty truck dealership featuring the most up-to-date dealer service bays in Southern New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island. We are an authorized sales, service, parts and warranty dealership for premium products Freightliner and Western Star Trucks. In addition, we service most makes and models for class 6, 7, and 8 vehicles, including luxury class RVs. We focus on exceeding customer requirements through continuously developing our team and building technical capabilities.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for purchasing heavy-duty truck and trailer parts and analyzing vendor offerings. They will also drive category growth to support business objectives.