Buyer/Procurement Specialist

Found in: beBee jobs CA - 2 weeks ago

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Portable Electric Full time
Salary: $58000 to $62000

Procurement Specialist
Position Type: Full-Time Permanent

WHO WE ARE AT PORTABLE ELECTRIC

Portable Electric is an exciting clean technology company that is in scale-up mode. Our vision is to bring "Clean, Quiet Power. Off Grid." by delivering leading intelligent clean portable power solutions. We are expanding quickly into the fast-growing market of EV charging so that we can provide the world with zero-pollution and zero-noise electric power options which are reliable, fast-charging and portable.

Portable Electric has a growing eco-system of customers and strategic partners in the US, UK, and Europe. We have over 750 portable units in the field available in 14 countries to date. Through our trademarked Voltstack and related products, Portable Electric has earned a strong global brand as a pioneer in portable and renewable power systems. Portable Electric has an innovative go-to-market approach and leasing options and is en route to becoming a global leader in mobile power-as-a-service. Portable Electric designs, engineers and manufactures at its headquarters in Vancouver, BC. As an organization, we are in a new stage of growth, having grown 3-fold over the past 18 months. If you are an innovative problem-solver who works well with ambiguity, thrives in a dynamic "start-up like" environment, and are looking to engage in impactful work that shapes the future of our company, you may be the candidate we are looking for

Our Values

Our Values are our P.O.W.E.R.

People - No jerks. Respect, inclusivity and collaboration are the core of our relationships.

Owners - We are accountable and trustworthy.

Winners - We win where we choose to compete.

Entrepreneurs - We lead by anticipating customer needs.

Revolutionaries - We change the world using creativity and innovation

To perform this role successfully, you will be responsible for but not limited to the following:

  • Source parts, goods and services from various vendors and subcontractors
  • Execute Purchase Orders based on MRP to meet sales and production requirements
  • Request quotations, evaluate and recommend vendors, award purchase orders
  • Establish delivery schedules, expedite orders and monitor progress and contact suppliers to resolve problems
  • Assist with issues relating to non-conforming materials, invoicing and/or delivery, arrange RMA's and follow up on returns and credits
  • Actively seek cost savings and contributing to the overall cost savings goals
  • Develop and maintain supplier relationships, acting as an interface between suppliers and internal stakeholders
  • Manage the Kanban system for consumable items to determine purchase requirements
  • Work with engineering to obtain drawings, specifications or to discuss alternative part options
  • Monitor and maintain supplier performance and communicate results
  • Maintain spreadsheets and data integrity in accordance with purchasing guidelines and best practices

Qualifications:

  • Minimum 3 years of experience in planning/purchasing within the manufacturing industry
  • Post-secondary education in Supply Chain, Operations, or Inventory Management
  • Certificate in purchasing from the Purchasing Management Association of Canada is considered an asset
  • Experience procuring electromechanical parts is considered an asset


Required Skills:

  • Strong analytical, organizational and planning skills
  • High proficiency with MS Office suite
  • Experience using MRP and Excel spreadsheets within a Supply Chain environment
  • Works well unsupervised and as part of a team
  • Possesses a positive attitude and is a team player
  • Ability to adapt easily to change
  • Professional communication skills (verbal and written)

Location: On-site at our Vancouver, BC office
Work Hours: 8:30am to 5pm, Monday to Friday (40 hours/week)

Employee Perks:

  • Health spending account
  • Employee share and option program

Why Choose Portable Electric:

Portable Electric embraces diversity. We are committed to building a team of women, BIPOC, LGBTQ+ and people with disabilities, that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills, where team members feel like they belong and our policies and guidelines embrace all cultures and beliefs. The more inclusive we are, the more successful we will be.

Start your Journey with Portable Electric:

Let's make the world more sustainable together

We thank all applicants, but only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Be sure to check our careers page to stay informed about all job opportunities at Portable Electric

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