Purchaser Jobs

We are looking for a PURCHASER for our client in the manufacturing sector in Winnipeg.

Purchaser responsibilities:

• Ensure purchasing process is generated for job specific material, sub-contractor, packaging supplies, freight and employee supplies ordered as approved.
• Maintain order status and weekly reconciliations, monitoring expected dates and updating purchased orders as needed and explaining and reporting on variances and discrepancies.
• Adhere to the purchase order system in accordance with company policy and procedures.
• Purchase products and materials with a focus on glass, ensuring on time and best quality and price.
• Working with Purchasing Supervisor maintaining raw material inventory for production and job specific materials.
• Liaise with receiving/shipping department to ensure proper recording of receipt of product.

The successful candidate has:

• Shows initiative in identifying problems and proposing solutions
• Strong interpersonal skills with proven ability to handle conflict and challenges effectively
• Ability to work well within a team environment with overlapping responsibilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Post-secondary education program in Business, Supply Chain, Production, or Manufacturing Management
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• 3- 5 years' experience in purchasing in manufacturing, industrial, or construction setting
• Ability to identify opportunities for business, cost reduction and process improvement
• Experience in purchasing glass will be given priority
• Sound analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills

Compensation and benefits:

• The discussed salary is $60-65,000
• Comprehensive benefits package
• 3 weeks' vacation to start

Only candidates already eligible to work in Canada will be reviewed. Only qualified candidates will be contacted.