Purchaser

1 week ago


Winnipeg, Canada Tamarack Industries Full time

Tamarack Industries, leader in mobile heating systems, is looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our Purchasing team. In support of our growth, we have an opening for a Purchaser.

We are searching for a tech-savvy purchaser with a keen eye for detail to be responsible for managing the effective flow of parts and materials through the various manufacturing processes in accordance with the production schedule and customer’s requirements at both Canada and US plant. The purchaser's duties will include conducting market research, building a network of reliable vendors and service providers, negotiating the best contracts, inspecting deliveries.

To be successful as a purchaser, you should be able to identify emerging consumer trends and have a good ability to read people. Outstanding purchasers are able to juggle multiple responsibilities at once and make important decisions in fast-paced environments.

**Purchaser Responsibilities**:

- Conducting research on potential products, vendors, and services, and comparing price and quality to ensure the best deal.
- Meeting with vendors and clients to negotiate the best contracts.
- Liaising with delivery and warehouse teams to ensure goods are received on time.
- Monitoring inventory and writing orders to refill stock.
- Inspecting purchased products upon delivery and reporting any issues timely.
- Updating all records of purchased products.
- Writing reports on purchases made and performing cost analyses.
- Attending and contributing to meetings with staff and other stakeholders.

**Purchaser Requirements**:

- Purchasing experience in manufacturing environment is an asset. Similar experience related to supply chain would be considered.
- Practical experience with purchasing software.
- Strong analytical skills.
- Sound research and networking skills.
- Communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
- Good organizational and negotiation skills

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: $50,000.00-$60,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- RRSP match

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Winnipeg, MB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- purchasing: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: One location


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