Purchasing Assistant

6 days ago

Abbotsford, Canada National Cable Specialists Full time

Reporting to the Purchasing Manager, the key accountabilities are:

- Negotiate and purchase inventory at a competitive price from our strategic vendors just in time;
- Maintain item forecast parameters for suggested purchasing;
- Ensure inventory turns ratio targets are met for products purchased;
- Ensure Write down & Overstock reduction targets are met for respective products purchased;
**Duties**:

- Ensure that the Business Centre has sufficient inventory to meet the established customer service goals
- Work cooperatively with all teammates in the administration of sales transactions
- Purchase merchandise from approved suppliers based on price, availability of products, making the right decision for the Business Centre on available data and personal judgment
- Manages the inventory write-downs to minimize their financial impact on the Business Centre
- Analyses and quickly corrects inventory discrepancies
- Keeps supplier data (special costing, lead-time, etc.) up-to-date
- Creates new stock SKU’s when needed
- Maintains the integrity of special SKU costs in the system;
- Manages supplier’s rejects and returns (merchandise that is defective, obsolete or received by mistake), and issues debit memos when appropriate
- Supports Company and supplier relations, and alignment
- Continuously maintains technical knowledge to remain up-to-date on various product lines; Participates in the cyclical and annual physical inventory preparation and counting
- Meets with vendors to build and maintain relationship and negotiate special agreements

**What’s in it for you**

We are a major player, involved in the energy transformation in Canada. Certified* as a Great Place to Work®, we offer a dynamic work environment with great career opportunities. We promote autonomy and decision making.

**What sets us apart is our**:

- Annual profit-sharing offered to all in addition to our competitive compensation: rewarding accomplishments is part of our culture.
- A strong national network offering real opportunities to grow: our people make the difference.

**Among our benefits**:

- Flexible group insurance plan customizable to your needs.
- Free health resources available 24/7: Telemedicine and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Group RRSP with employer contribution and TFSA.
- Postsecondary Scholarship Program for our employee’s children.
- Charging terminals available at our facilities.
- Years of Service Recognition Program.

Come build your career with us, a growing network where our people make it happen

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

**Salary**: $40,000.00-$50,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Profit sharing
- RRSP match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

- Bonus pay

Application question(s):

- Why do you want to work for us?

**Education**:

- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Wire and Cable: 1 year (preferred)
- Purchasing: 2 years (preferred)
- Supply Chain: 2 years (preferred)
- CRM software: 2 years (preferred)
- Six Sigma / Lean: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Six Sigma Green Belt (preferred)

Ability to Commute:

- Abbotsford, BC V2T 6J8 (required)

Work Location: In person

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