Purchasing Assistant

4 days ago


Richmond, Canada Herbaland Naturals Full time

**Summary**:
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Core Competencies: *
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Problem solving
- Accountability and dependability
- Ethics and integrity
- Food Safety
- Enforcing laws, rules, and regulations
- Time management
- Ability to perform under pressure and work in a fast-paced environment.
- Highly flexible, with good interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse working environment.

**Job Duties**:

- Monitor stock levels and identify purchasing needs.
- Research potential vendors
- Track orders and ensure timely delivery.
- Update internal databases with order details (dates, vendors, quantities, discounts)
- Conduct market research to identify pricing trends.
- Evaluate offers from vendors and negotiate better prices.
- Prepare cost analyses.
- Maintain updated records of invoices and contracts.
- Follow up with suppliers, as needed, to confirm or change orders.
- Liaise with warehouse staff to ensure all products arrive in good condition.
- Work effectively as part of a team to ensure productivity and efficiency.
- Strong work ethic and positive team attitude.
- Commitment to accuracy and detail oriented.

**Requirements**:

- High school diploma/GED required (Associate degree or higher preferred)
- 1+ years’ experience in a purchasing role such as Purchasing Assistant, Purchasing Officer or similar role.
- Good understanding of supply chain procedures
- Hands-on experience with purchasing software (e.g., MRP or other ERP systems)
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office products, specifically Excel
- Proven history of effective supply management
- Able to create and administer a task priority list based on company needs.
- Highly motivated and able to work independently.
- Strong communication, problem-solving skills, time-management, and leadership skills
- Excellent multi-tasking and organizational skills
- Fluent English (reading/speaking/writing) and Intermediate to Advance Mandarin is an asset

**Work Conditions**:

- Full-time, Monday to Friday availability
- Standing, bending and computer work throughout the day
- Ability to work independently, as well as being a strong team player.

**Benefits and Compensation**
- Competitive compensation plan
- Annual performance bonus
- Free products so you can perform at your best and promote a healthy lifestyle
- Extended health benefits plan - including life insurance, health, dental and vision
- Additional week of vacation after 3 years of employment
- 5-Year of employment bonus
- Herbaland scholarships and education fund
- Referral bonus program incentive
- Fitness/sports league subsidy
- Paid volunteer days
- Summer food truck free lunch


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