Purchasing Specialist

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain connections with vendors, looking for and assessing new ones when needed;


• Stay in close contact with suppliers to negotiate agreements that are affordable and guarantee a consistent supply of in-demand goods.


• Build and develop the sourcing strategy, identify possible suppliers, generate related reports, negotiate terms and conditions of the contract, and finish all project/procurement paperwork


• Collaborate with various departments to enable the delivery of solutions that support the company's goals and priorities


• Work together with both internal and external partners to successfully handle supply agreement handoffs in order to guarantee the project's success as a whole


• Apply project management and prioritization techniques to efficiently plan tasks and reliably complete related initiatives


• Utilize tools linked to procurement to carry out duties


• Manage stakeholder communication, requisitions, Q&A documentation/distribution, evaluation, reference calls, inventory operations and vendor briefings


• Track and manage purchase orders, delivery schedules for pickups and deliveries, and system reconciliation


• Utilize and manage the Fenestration system to anticipate product demands, manage purchase orders, and monitor inventory levels.

Skills & Requirements

• Minimum 2-5 years of relevant experience in procurement/inventory management, strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, contract drafting, competitive price analysis, and supplier performance management or a similar role


• Proven ability to work with minimal supervision, possesses self-starter qualities to work independently as well as collaboratively


• Manage to work under pressure and with time sensitive deadlines


• Proficient in using systems for inventory and procurement management along with MS Office applications


• Ability to prioritize several concurrent tasks in a fast-paced environment


• Strong project management skills with ability to organize, control and coordinate a variety of activities


• Exceptional negotiation and relationship management skills


• Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying current with industry trends

What We Offer:

• A dynamic work environment where you can truly make a difference


• The opportunity to work with a dedicated team that values innovation and quality


• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package


• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement

Benefits:

• Dental care


• Extended health care fully paid by the company 


• RRSP match


• Gym corporation membership discounts


• On-site parking