Branch Buyer

wolseley; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits (Core package)

RRSP and pension with employer match

Annual bonus and profit-sharing

Paid vacation, sick time, birthday off

Employee discounts on products

Education reimbursement and career dev

Employee referral programs

Job summary

Wolseley Canada is seeking a Purchasing & Inventory Specialist to support purchasing, warehousing, and stock control in Burnaby. You will handle external vendor items, review purchases, and collaborate with branch sales teams to optimize stock and costs.

The role emphasizes data accuracy, expediting orders, and a strong customer-service mindset within a safety-conscious organization offering a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Thorough working knowledge of purchasing, warehouse and inventory control policies, processes and procedures.
• Demonstrates intelligent buying decisions.
• Good freight / transportation understanding.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with demonstrated success working in a team environment.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Highly organized in prioritizing work and multi-tasking.

Responsibilities

• Display the ability to understand all lines assigned to purchase and handle full load of external vendors.
• Review items for purchase; propose change opportunities as identified.
• Purchasing product; collaboration with branch sales teams.
• Special order handling and effective expediting from the vendor and DC.
• Efficient data entry of purchase orders.
• Display ability to identify areas for improvement and develop solutions.
• Inventory management skills, including identify surplus/return opportunities, penalties and exemptions, and balancing investments, service levels, turns and landed cost.
• Special reporting as requested.
• Consistently displays a customer service attitude toward the branches and develops a rapport with branch contacts.
• Abide by all policies, rules, and regulations of the company including all applicable safety rules, regulations and procedures.
• Assistance during physical inventory.
• Assist with other administrative duties as required

Skills

Purchasing policies

Warehouse operations

Inventory control

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organization & multi-tasking

Job description

At Wolseley Canada, our leading-edge is the knowledge and insight found in every corner of our organization. Here, you'll build strong relationships and support critical industries that touch the lives of Canadians. Every day, we show up with intention and pride; in ourselves, our associates, and our customers. You'll have a solid foundation to try new things, uncover new possibilities, challenge yourself, and grow your career. Does this sound like somewhere you'd like to be?

Wolseley Canada is the leading wholesale distributor of plumbing, HVAC/R, waterworks and industrial products in the country and working here means, a network of possibilities, a place you are valued and a higher standard.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Safety-focused and inclusive workplace culture
• Comprehensive benefits with premiums fully paid for the company for the "Core" package starting day 1
• Competitive retirement savings program including RRSP and Defined Contribution pension plan with employer matching up to 5.25% Day 1
• Paid vacation, sick time, and paid birthday off
• Annual bonus and profit-sharing opportunities
• Employee discounts on leading plumbing, HVAC/R, and industrial products
• Education reimbursement and ongoing career development opportunities
• Employee referral programs and recognition initiatives

What you will do:

• Display the ability to understand all lines assigned to purchase and handle full load of external vendors.
• Review items for purchase; propose change opportunities as identified
• Purchasing product; collaboration with branch sales teams
• Special order handling and effective expediting from the vendor and DC
• Efficient data entry of purchase orders
• Display ability to identify areas for improvement and develop solutions
• Inventory management skills, including:
  • Identify surplus / return opportunities
  • Understanding of penalties and exemptions
  • Ability to understand the delicate balance between investments, service levels, turns and landed cost
• Special reporting as requested
• Consistently displays a customer service attitude toward the branches and develops a rapport with branch contacts.
• Abide by all policies, rules, and regulations of the company including all applicable safety rules, regulations and procedures
• Assistance during physical inventory
• Assist with other administrative duties as required

What you will bring:

• Thorough working knowledge of purchasing, warehouse and inventory control policies, processes and procedures;
• Demonstrates intelligent buying decisions
• Good freight / transportation understanding
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
• Excellent interpersonal skills with demonstrated success working in a team environment;
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written;
• Highly organized in prioritizing work and multi-tasking

Salary Range: $70,000 + 4% PSP (based on qualifications and experience)

Wolseley Canada is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, embracing diverse backgrounds and perspectives. We are committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment process with accommodation available on request for candidates participating in all stages of the recruitment and selection process.

Please note: Wolseley uses AI-assisted tools to support applicant screening.

Where a salary range is posted, the total compensation range posted for this role represents the total compensation opportunity, which may include base wage, bonuses, commissions, and/or other monetary components, if applicable. Placement in the range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, candidate experience, skills and qualifications relevant to the role.

Benefits eligibility varies based on employment status and contract length. Full-time permanent positions are eligible for the full benefits package. Fixed-term contract positions may be eligible for health and dental benefits depending on the terms of the position. Short-term contract positions are not eligible for company-sponsored benefits.

This position requires the result of a satisfactory criminal record check. A record under the Criminal Code and/or other federal offence record(s) does not automatically mean you will be ineligible for the position.