Purchaser

2 days ago

New Westminster, British Columbia, Canada Nikolai Manufacturing Inc. Full time $66,000 - $71,000 per year

The
Purchaser
is responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and procuring all materials, hardware, and services required for custom millwork and cabinetry project.

This position works closely with project managers, engineering, estimating managers, and production teams to maintain efficient material flow.

Key Responsibilities

1.     Material Procurement & Planning

Source and purchase lumber, veneers, sheet goods, hardware, and ither millwork components.

Review project drawings and cut lists to determine accurate material requirements.

Coordinate purchase orders to align with production schedules and delivery timelines.

Maintain appropriate inventory levels for commonly used items.

2.     Supplier Management

Develop and maintain strong relationships with vendors and subcontractors.

Obtain competitive quotes and negotiate pricing and delivery schedules.

Evaluate supplier performance for quality, reliability, and responsiveness.

Identify and qualify new suppliers to ensure cost-effective and high- quality sourcing.

3.     Cost Control & Documentation

Prepare and issue purchase orders in accordance with company policy.

Track orders and reconcile packing slips, and backorders

Monitor material pricing to assist estimating management on project budgeting.

4.     Collaboration & Communication

Work closely with project management, engineers, estimating managers, and shop teams to anticipate material needs.

Communicate lead times, substitutions, or material delays proactively.

Support project teams in value engineering and alternative product sourcing.

Attend production meetings as required.

Qualifications & Experience

years' experience in purchasing or procurement, preferably in architectural millwork, cabinetry.

Strong understanding of woodworking materials, hardware, and finishing products.

Excellent negotiation, communication, and organizational skills.

Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast paced, deadline-driven environment.

Compensation & Benefits


Vision, Medical, Dental, increased benefits with years of employment


Health Spending Account


Yearly Profit Sharing


Free inhouse Café, fully stocked, coffee, tea, hot chocolate


Monthly employee lunches


Monthly incentives, sporting events tickets, tournaments


On-site parking


Employee Referral Bonus program


Growth Opportunities, we are a company that promotes from within


Flex work schedule – Every other weekend is a LONG WEEKEND at Nikolai


Salary $66,000 - $71,000 depending on experience

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