Purchasing Team Lead

at  Tolko Industries Ltd

HIGH LEVEL, ALBERTA

Working in procurement and inventory, you know that thinking BIG and proactively managing the supply chain in today’s market is critical to business survival. Looking to step in and make a real business impact? Read on to find out if this is the next step in your career!
We are looking for a Purchasing Team Lead to join our largest sawmill, located in High Level, Alberta. Our High Level Lumber Division safely and sustainably produces forest products for customers around the world so they can build their homes and their communities.

Our ideal candidate has the following qualifications:

• An experienced purchasing professional who has achieved (or is working towards) their APICS, SCMP, CSCP, CPIM or equivalent designation.
• Proven experience maintaining inventory levels and operating supplies in a safety-sensitive, 24-hour manufacturing environment.
• Strong communication, problem-solving and negotiation skills, combined with a can-do attitude.
• A good understanding of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), preferably JD Edwards and Coupa, or a willingness to learn.

We value diversity at Tolko and know that experience and knowledge come in many forms. Even if you don’t have all the qualifications above, please apply. We would love to hear your story and have you grow with us.

In this role you will:

• Analyze costs, select suppliers, and manage supply and service contracts for the mill.
• Lead your team to ensure parts, materials and services are procured on time, at the right price, and with the right quality, and quantity.
• Accurately oversee the inventory of materials and operating supplies.
• Conduct ongoing inventory analysis, and plan and execute your optimization plans.
• Support your team in finding creative solutions to meet business needs.
• Act as a trusted partner with the business and deliver great customer service.
• Use your working knowledge of the work order system to keep kitting turning over.
• Use your understanding of Bill of Materials to drive your purchasing and inventory planning.
• Engage and manage your team to ensure daily tasks are done efficiently and effectively.

So, what’s in it for you?

• You’ll take on an exciting challenge with supportive team members.
• You’ll earn a competitive salary based on your skills and experience. The expected base salary range for this position is $79,500 - $106,000 per year.
• You’ll earn an additional northern allowance on top of your base pay.
• You’ll be eligible to participate in Tolko’s bonus program.
• Competitive benefits and a retirement plan come standard, so you don’t have to choose between your bottom line and your wellbeing or your future.
• You may also be eligible for relocation support including community connections so you can live (and play) where you work.
• Continued professional development through on the job and classroom training and reimbursement of tuition and membership fees.
• A positive, innovative, and inclusive work environment.

If you want to work in a sustainable, future focused industry, there is no better place than Tolko. Our family has been producing innovative forest products for over 65 years. Our focus remains on sustainably managing our forests and our business for upcoming generations.
We want YOU to join our family. Come Grow Here! Apply today at www.tolko.com/careers.
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About High Level
Located in the beautiful northwestern region of Alberta, High Level is home to over 4,000 people. Surrounded by unspoiled nature, the town has endless outdoor activities to explore, along with an in-town swimming pool, hockey arena, golf course and many more amenities.
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• Analyze costs, select suppliers, and manage supply and service contracts for the mill.
• Lead your team to ensure parts, materials and services are procured on time, at the right price, and with the right quality, and quantity.
• Accurately oversee the inventory of materials and operating supplies.
• Conduct ongoing inventory analysis, and plan and execute your optimization plans.
• Support your team in finding creative solutions to meet business needs.
• Act as a trusted partner with the business and deliver great customer service.
• Use your working knowledge of the work order system to keep kitting turning over.
• Use your understanding of Bill of Materials to drive your purchasing and inventory planning.
• Engage and manage your team to ensure daily tasks are done efficiently and effectively