Job Title: Hardware IT Solutions and Procurement Specialist
Company: Exchange Technology Services
Location: 561 Ferry Road, Winnipeg, MB (ON-SITE)
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
About Us:
ETS is a leading IT consulting company in Winnipeg and part of the Exchange Income Corporation's family of companies. We provide a wide range of services, including Managed IT, Project Management, Business Intelligence, Cyber Security, Digital Transformation, Training Services, Installation Services, and Telecommunications across Canada and the US. If you are looking for a fast-paced career, serving enterprise customers and managing diverse IT projects, we invite you to join us.
Our work environment is dynamic, filled with learning opportunities, exciting and challenging projects, and a chance to make a positive impact on clients’ businesses. We value teamwork, fun, and achieving amazing results together.
Job Overview:
Reporting to the Procurement Manager, the Hardware IT Solutions and Procurement Specialist is responsible for managing the day-to-day purchasing requests, ensuring both cost-effective and timely acquisition of high-quality products from various vendors. In addition to procurement, this role also involves managing inventory levels, negotiating with suppliers, assessing end user needs, and collaborating with other departments and shipping/receiving of equipment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assess end-user needs and technical requirements to procure the appropriate hardware and IT solutions tailored to client specifications.
- Source and purchase IT-related products and materials, ensuring quality and cost-effectiveness.
- Analyze supplier quotes to determine the lowest total cost of ownership.
- Track and document all purchase orders, shipments, and deliveries.
- Receive incoming orders, verify contents, and maintain accurate records of arrivals.
- Coordinate outbound shipments and ensure timely delivery to customers.
- Monitor and manage inventory levels to maintain accuracy and avoid shortages or overstock.
- Prepare and process requisitions and purchase orders in accordance with company policies.
- Track procurement expenses and assist in budget monitoring.
- Recommend and implement process improvements or new systems to enhance procurement efficiency.
- Plan and schedule procurement activities to meet operational timelines.
- Communicate effectively with vendors, clients, internal teams, and management to ensure smooth procurement operations.
- Support facility operations including receiving deliveries, assisting visitors, and handling logistics.
- Perform other related duties as assigned to support the procurement and operations team
Qualifications:
Education, Licenses, and/or Certification, Experience Required:
- Minimum 3 years of experience in IT and with computer hardware.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:
- Strong analytical and negotiation skills.
- Proficiency in procurement software and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Knowledge of IT and computer hardware products and market trends.
- Strong ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Professional verbal and written communication skills
Working Conditions:
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a clear criminal record check
- Physically able to perform all listed job duties
- Work in a shop environment with full range of movement including, but not limited to, bending, sitting, standing, lifting to a maximum of 50lbs, pushing and pulling daily
- Work performed primarily in an office environment
- Manual dexterity required to use desktop computer and telephone
- This role involves working in a variety of environments and includes regular interaction with staff and members of the public
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Registered Retirement Savings Plan with Company Matching
- Employee Share Purchase Plan
- Subsidized Gym Membership
- Subsidized Phone Plan
- Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
- Collaborative and innovative work environment.
If this sounds like an opportunity you would like to be a part of, please get in touch with us.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
- Wellness program
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Computer hardware: 3 years (preferred)
- IT: 3 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person