Purchasing Agent

_**Summary of Position**:_

The purchasing manager is responsible for administering and finalizing the purchase of materials and supplies for Olsonfab Metal Fabrication and its sister companies. We are a top-growing construction/fabrication company in Cornwall, Ontario who services the commercial and industrial sector. Projects include custom metal fabrication, heavy plate, structural & misc—steel, pressure vessels, tanks, welding, metal services, and mechanical contracting (plumbing, HVAC, sheet metal). You will be working directly with Project Estimators and Project Managers to assure the right quantities, quality, and cost can be attained.
- **Responsibilities**:_
- Source selection of all materials and supplies, or subcontractors
- Review and negotiate offers from suppliers
- Enter/process all purchase orders and changes into the system
- Act as primary contact for walk-in customer steel orders/sales
- Establish delivery schedules
- Monitor progress of delivery schedules
- Assist with supplier issues (delivery, capacity, obsolete material, quality, etc.)
- Work with project managers and estimators to coordinate availability and budget of supplies/materials
- Provide quotations from suppliers to estimators to confirm cost and budgeting
- Analyze, evaluate, and recommend alternate purchasing strategies that best fulfills requirements.
- Continuously build strong working relationships with suppliers
- Maintain focus on continuous improvement through researching and sourcing innovative, cost-efficient business solutions.
- You have good working knowledge in the construction industry from previous experience in the field of trades
- Knowledge of construction materials
- You are a quick learner with the initiative to problem solve
- You are familiar with the idea of estimating and quoting jobs
- Well versed with the language and tools within the construction industry
- Working in a fast-paced environment is something you enjoy
- Multitasking and staying organized is no concern
- **Requirements**:_
- Ideally three to five years of experience in a commercial/industrial purchasing position
- Experience working in the field of construction or metal fabrication
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
- Effective negotiating skills
- **Why Work Here**:_

At Olsonfab Metal Fabrication, our success is powered by people and innovations. Our culture is what makes Olsonfab a fun and rewarding place to work. Together we share the same goals and value of transparency. Customer and employee success and satisfaction are the top two priorities.
- Growing and successful company with opportunity for progression
- Smaller team with a shared purpose
- Fast-paced environment
- Open door policy
- Career Development Benefits
- No calculated days off
- Competitive compensation
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Pension Plan
- No weekends or holiday work

Pay: From $24.00 per hour

Expected hours: 36 - 44 per week

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Flexible language requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday

**Experience**:

- purchasing: 3 years (preferred)

**Location**:

- Cornwall, ON (preferred)

Work Location: In person