Purchasing Supervisor

2 weeks ago


Calgary, Alberta, Canada AGAT Laboratories Full time
AGAT Laboratories is a full-service laboratory with locations across Canada. We are the most diversified laboratory in Canada. Our scientists are highly-skilled and specialized in the fields of biochemistry, chemistry, microbiology, geology, engineering and other specialty services.

With a broad range of staff experience and state-of-the-art instrumentation, we provide cross-analytical solutions for the
Environmental, Energy, Mining, Transportation, Industrial, Agri-food and
Life Sciences sectors.


Purchasing Supervisor - Calgary, AB

Summary:


Additionally, in this position, one will be functioning and implementing strategic sourcing process, data and spend analysis, negotiations, contracts and oversee the RFP process.


Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Establish and maintain purchasing procedures including thorough analysis of potential suppliers and annual review of existing suppliers, you will also review costs, quality, delivery, and other pertinent factors.
  • Responsible for managing, coaching and mentoring the purchasing department and refining cost efficient practices and procedures.
  • Working with key internal company personnel in order to establish sound and effective purchasing strategies.
  • Responsible for supporting operations with sound and accurate purchasing schedules on a regular basis.
  • Serves as a resource to senior management/departments in matter relating to purchasing procedures, expense reduction initiatives, value analysis, and contract negotiations.
  • Building relationships with preferred vendors.
  • Other tasks as reasonably expected.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree in business or related diploma/certification.
  • Accreditation/membership with a supply chain management body (e.g. SCMA\SCMP) considered an asset.
  • 4+ years of experience in supply chain management, preferable in a large organization.
  • 2+ years of experience in a supervisory or leadership role.
  • Solid track record of meeting substantial material cost reduction targets.
  • Prior experience in evolving a purchasing team to a procurement team.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Intermediate+).
  • Good problem solving skills.
  • Excellent negotiating skills.
  • Ability to multi task and work in a deadline driven environment
  • Previous experience with SpendMap or purchase tracking software is considered an asset.

Work Environment:

This position requires a person to sit for prolonged periods of time in an office setting. Manual dexterity is required to perform this position.

Why Work for AGAT?
We offer exceptional competitive benefits package, including but not limited to:

  • Dental Care
  • Extended Health Care
  • Vision Care
  • Vacation and Flex/sick time
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Long Term Disability
  • Life Coverage
AGAT Laboratories is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process and work environment. If you are contacted for a job opportunity, please advise the hiring manager of any accommodations that are required. Any information received relating to accommodations will be treated as confidential.

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