Junior Purchaser

We are currently recruiting a highly motivated Junior: Purchaser :to join the Procurement Team at our Edmonton facility. Reporting to the Purchasing Manager, the Junior Purchaser will be responsible for the timely procurement of both stock and non-stock inventory for resale in accordance with Price Steel’s purchasing practices, ensuring cost competitive inventory commensurate with quality. The successful candidate will promote and maintain a high level of communication and liaison with the external supplier community and Price Steel departments.

Key Responsibilities: :

• Monitor and analyze inventory and deliveries to ensure quality, quantity, and cost guidelines are in adherence with Price Steel’s purchasing practices and strategy
• Provide concise and accurate administration and preparation of purchase orders and other required documents involved with the procurement process
• Maintain supplier relationships to ensure capability of supply is in alignment with the business needs and that issues are addressed in a proactive manner
• Proactively resolve outstanding concerns with suppliers
• Provide technical support and guidance to the Sales Department in identifying and recommending solutions to customer needs
• Research and provide constant feedback to the Purchasing Department and the Management group relative to inventory shortages and supplier’s capacity and capabilities
• Research materials for price, quality, and new sources on an on-going basis as part of continuous improvement efforts
• Locate and develop new sources of stock and non-stock inventory as required

Core Competencies:

• Exceptional verbal and written English communication and presentation skills
• Strong social communication skills with the ability to accurately and effectively communicate with diverse types of people
• High standards for work, meticulous, with great attention to detail and strong analytical skills
• Strongly motivated to learn, eager to meet and exceed basic requirements, good tolerance to stress/pressure and willingness to put in extra time and effort to meet work timelines
• Confident, resourceful, and highly motivated, can work independently and with minimal supervision
• Professional attitude with exceptional organizational, prioritization, multi-tasking, time management, problem solving and conflict resolution skills

Essential Skills and Experience: :

• Knowledge of carbon steel products is essential
• A minimum of two (2) years of progressive purchasing or procurement experience
• High level of organization and planning
• Proven track record of strong negotiation and persuasion skills
• Effective communication, both written and verbal; including telephone aptitude and the ability to interface with suppliers and personnel at all levels within Price Steel
• Ability to work under general directions within established purchasing practices
• Competency with computer applications used in business, such as MS Office and Excel
• A high degree of professional integrity, ethics and confidentiality is required at all times

Company Offers: :

• Competitive compensation - negotiable dependent on skills and experience
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Dynamic work environment
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement

https://www.pricesteel.com