Purchasing Coordinator

As Purchasing Coordinator with the Facilities & Store Planning Team, at The North West Company (NWC), you will procure fixtures and equipment for all company banners. In your role you will obtain fixture quotes, place orders, perform material take offs, and assist with negotiations of all fixture procurement while adhering to budgetary requirements and guidelines.

Joining NWC gives you the opportunity for growth and development throughout the company, a competitive salary and benefits package, and to be part of a dynamic and diverse culture.

NWC is a leading retailer to under-served rural communities and urban neighbourhood markets in the following regions: Northern Canada, Western Canada, rural Alaska, the South Pacific islands, and the Caribbean. Our stores offer a broad range of products and services with an emphasis on food. Our value offer is to be the best local shopping choice for everyday household and local lifestyle needs. Check out northwest.ca for more information.

**Your Role**:

- Obtain fixture and equipment quotes, take orders from stores, perform material take-offs, and assist with the preparation of all fixture procurement budgets;
- Collect and document requests for fixtures and equipment, including information regarding business unit issuing the requests;
- Communicate requirements to vendors, request quotes, and analyze pricing and proposals, place fixture orders;
- Maintain fixtures and equipment product catalogue;
- Coordinate merchandise accessories with Merchandise Planning team;
- Assist in the development and implementation of standards and specifications for all fixtures and equipment;
- Maintain central ordering, procurement and Financial Authority database systems;
- Update data within the system, including information on: suppliers, fixture and equipment listings, cost specifications, shipping and distribution information;
- Track deliveries and costs for capital projects;
- Assess the performance of all fixtures and equipment; and
- Review and submit invoices to Accounts Payable department.

**Desired Skills & Experience**:

- Minimum 3 years’ experience in retail fixture procurement, preferably in a retail environment;
- Post-secondary education or University degree in a related field is preferred, or a combination of education and experience;
- Excellent interpersonal skills with an aptitude for negotiation, and building and maintaining business relationships both with internal customers and external vendors;
- Experience working with retail design, construction and facility management would be considered an asset;
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to NWC standards and specifications;
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written;
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite;
- Must be able to work independently, as well as support peers, and work in a team environment;
- Highly motivated with proven organizational, planning and prioritizing skills; and
- Proficient with AutoCAD considered an asset.

**Location**:Gibraltar House, 77 Main Street, Winnipeg, MB

**Reports To**:Manager, Purchasing

We create a collaborative and constructive culture by:

- Being Enterprising - Committing to our Customer - Working with Passion - Leading and Developing Others - Demonstrating Respect and Inclusivity - Building Trust

**You may include your resume and cover letter together as a single document. A competitive salary is being offered along with opportunities to learn, develop and advance throughout the organization. We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.