Purchaser

**About the Role**

**Key Responsibilities**
- Collaborate daily with Project Managers to understand and forecast material and supply needs.
- Purchase materials and supplies in alignment with specifications, budgets, and project timelines.
- Proactively follow up with suppliers and internal departments to reduce delays and resolve any procurement issues.
- Independently source alternative materials, suppliers, and delivery options when required.
- Coordinate with Shipping/Receiving to ensure purchased items are delivered and processed as expected.
- Build and maintain strong vendor relationships; negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules.
- Keep accurate, detailed, and up-to-date records of all procurement activity, including material quantities, specifications, and purchase history.
- Assist with forecasting to support future purchasing plans and inventory management.

**Qualifications**
- Strong interest and/or experience in business, finance, purchasing, or supply chain.
- Knowledge of heavy-duty vehicle parts (asset).
- Excellent English communication skills (written, verbal, electronic).
- Exceptional attention to detail—data entry accuracy is essential for this role.
- Experience with inventory control processes.
- Strong organizational, record-keeping, and time-management skills.

Wabash Mfg. Inc. offers competitive wages, Monday-Friday work week (no shift work), excellent RRSP matching program, TFSA, comprehensive health benefits package and other incentive programs.

**Duties**
- Source and evaluate suppliers to ensure quality, cost-effectiveness, and reliability
- Manage vendor relationships, negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules
- Utilize SAP, ERP systems, and MRP software to process purchase orders and track procurement activities
- Collaborate with manufacturing and production teams to determine material requirements
- Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with supply chain teams to prevent shortages or overstocking
- Conduct market research to identify new sourcing opportunities and stay informed about industry trends
- Ensure compliance with company policies and procurement regulations
- Maintain accurate records of purchase transactions, vendor performance, and contract details
- Support continuous improvement initiatives in sourcing strategies and procurement processes

**Qualifications**
- Proven experience in purchasing within a manufacturing or supply chain environment
- Strong knowledge of SAP, ERP systems, MRP, and procurement software tools
- Excellent vendor management skills with the ability to negotiate effectively
- Familiarity with sourcing strategies, pricing analysis, and supply chain management principles
- Ability to analyze data related to pricing, lead times, and supplier performance
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with internal teams and external vendors
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes and materials required for production planning
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field is preferred
- Ability to work independently with attention to detail under tight deadlines

Wabash Mfg. Inc. offers competitive wages, Monday-Friday work week (no shift work), RRSP matching program, TFSA, comprehensive health benefits package and other incentive programs.

Pay: $5,000.00-$6,000.00 per month

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Westlock, AB T7P 2M4: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Purchasing: 3 years (preferred)

**Language**:

- Advanced English (required)

Work Location: In person