PURCHASING: MUST LIVE IN WINNIPEG

· Procure and place P. O’s for materials for the organization in a timely and cost-effective manner.
· Coordinate all purchases with inventory to ensure rapid delivery and reception of materials required
· Receive and handle invoices from vendors; verify that the information on invoices is for agreed-upon prices, products, shipment date, and shipping method.
· Advise GM of lead time required to obtain materials required.
· Investigate and resolve billing discrepancies using diplomacy and tact with vendors and suppliers
· Make recommendations and suggest options to Operations Manager regarding expected or unexpected material shortages.
· Negotiate return of items to vendors and coordinate subsequent credits, refunds, or replacements.
· Make alternate arrangements in the event of shortages or delayed deliveries to minimize impact on the organization.

REQUIREMENTS

· University degree in material management, business, or administration or equivalent relevant work experience or equivalent work experience
· Minimum of 3 years’ experience as a purchaser.
· Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
· Able to consistently represent the company in a professional manner.
· Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as within a team environment.
· Proficiency with MS office software with excellent data entry skills
· Sound judgment and shrewd decision-making skills.
· Ability to work with little or no supervision.
· Knowledge of accounting and budgetary practices and principles.
· Strong writing skills for creating reports, estimates/quotes, correspondence, contracts and other documentation.
· Strong customer service focus.
· Able to meet sensitive timelines

ERP OR MES EXPERIENCE AN ASSET

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $35,000.00-$58,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Profit sharing
• RRSP match

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Education:

• Secondary School (required)

Experience:

• Computer skills: 3 years (required)
• Purchasing: 3 years (required)
• Machine Shop: 2 years (required)

Language:

• English (required)

Location:

• Winnipeg, MB R2X 2Y2 (required)

Work Location: In perso

Please refer the Job description for details