Fleet Coordinator/Purchaser Jobs

About The Fleet Coordinator/ Purchasing Position

Currently, we are seeking an experienced and highly organized Fleet Coordinator/ Purchaser to join our Purchasing team in Burnaby. This is a unique role, with an opportunity to make a large impact on how purchasing and inventory in managed at Houle.

This role will oversee the maintenance and purchasing associated to our companies fleet of vehicles, as well as the purchasing responsibilities related to our Prefab warehouse.

Fleet Coordinator/ Purchasing Duties And Responsibilities

• Track and report on fleet assets and prefab inventory
• Research and negotiate with suppliers and vendors on procurement for vehicles and Prefab supplies/equipment
• Collaborate with Procurement team on strategies to reduce total inventory costs.
• Perform purchasing duties associated with the fleet including insurance, outfitting, disposal etc.
• Assist in the administration of internal tool management program
• Generate regular reports on procurement activities
• Coordinate and schedule vehicle maintenance, inspections and repairs

Experience And Skills

• Preference to those with a background in the electrical industry.
• Strong organizational skills with an ability to manage multiple competing priorities
• Completed post secondary education related to purchasing or supply chain management
• Experience as purchaser/buyer preferably in the construction industry
• Good computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office, experience using JD Edwards an asset
• Good communication skills and an ability to work with individuals in different areas of the company
• Experience as a fleet coordinator or similar capacity

Culture is important at Houle. You must be collaborative in nature. You are a solution focused team player and always willing to learn. You are a bright, ambitious, honest, and a straight forward professional. Your personable nature will fit well within the friendly working environment.

The salary for this position will be commensurate with experience. Houle offers an exciting, enjoyable work environment, competitive benefits package as well as a competitive incentive plan and many company sponsored events.

About Houle

At Houle, we are passionate about building resilient communities. From airports, shipping terminals, and water treatment facilities, to hospitals, universities, and shopping centres, we deliver integrated electrical solutions for our industrial, commercial, institutional and residential customers.

While we are leaders in electrical construction, we also specialize in a wide range of in-house technology solutions, including audio visual, building automation, healthcare systems, network systems, and security and life-safety. As a certified Great Place to Work, and one of Canada's Best Managed Companies, we take pride in our talented people and collaborative culture that bring our client's vision to life.

To apply, please visit https://www.houle.ca/current-career-opportunities/ and click on the listing for " Fleet Coordinator/ Purchaser". Opportunity will remain open until filled.

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