Branch Buyer

Wolseley Inc; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Wolseley Canada is seeking a procurement professional to support purchasing activities across multiple lines. The role focuses on vendor collaboration, inventory control, and process improvements to optimize cost and service levels.

Ideal candidates have post-secondary education and at least two years in purchasing, with strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills. This is a full-time on-site opportunity in Canada, offering a comprehensive benefits package and growth potential.

Qualifications

• Post-Secondary education plus a minimum of two (2) years related experience in purchasing.
• Thorough working knowledge of purchasing, warehouse and inventory control policies, processes and procedures.
• Demonstrates intelligent buying decisions.
• Good freight / transportation understanding.
• Understanding vendor catalogues, discount structures and the impact of price changes.
• 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 – Keep change only.
• Special order handling and effective expediting from the vendor and DC
• Efficiently data entry of purchase orders
• Vendor metrics; negotiating, monitoring and maintaining - remove
• Display ability to identify areas for improvement and develop solutions
• Inventory management skills, including: Inventory investment - remove
• 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.
• Handling computer file maintenance - Remove
• Represent the company in a professional manner at all times ensuring quality customer service
• Professional collaboration with Supply Chain; follow PO’s through to completion.
• 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

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Customer service mindset

Education

Post-Secondary education

Two years purchasing experience

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.Join the Pros!Why You’ll Love Working HereSafety-focused and inclusive workplace cultureComprehensive benefits with premiums fully paid for by the company for the “Core” package starting day 1Competitive retirement savings program including RRSP and Defined Contribution pension plan with employer matching up to 5.25% Day 1Paid vacation, sick time, and paid birthday offAnnual bonus and profit-sharing opportunitiesEmployee discounts on leading plumbing, HVAC/R, and industrial productsEducation reimbursement and ongoing career development opportunitiesEmployee referral programs and recognition initiativesWhat you will do:Display the ability to understand all lines assigned to purchase and handle full load of external vendors.Knowledgeable of the following practices and philosophies of Wolseley CanadaReview items for purchase; propose change opportunities as identifiedPurchasing product; collaboration with branch sales teams – Keep change only.Special order handling and effective expediting from the vendor and DCEfficiently data entry of purchase ordersVendor metrics; negotiating, monitoring and maintaining - removeDisplay ability to identify areas for improvement and develop solutionsInventory management skills, including:Inventory investment - removeIdentify surplus / return opportunitiesUnderstanding of penalties and exemptionsAbility to understand the delicate balance between investments, service levels, turns and landed costSpecial reporting as requestedConsistently displays a customer service attitude toward the branches and develops a rapport with branch contacts.Handling computer file maintenance - RemoveRepresent the company in a professional manner at all times ensuring quality customer serviceProfessional collaboration with Supply Chain; follow PO’s through to completion. AddAbide by all policies, rules, and regulations of the company including all applicable safety rules, regulations and proceduresAssistance during physical inventoryAssist with other administrative duties as requiredWhat you will bring:Post-Secondary education plus a minimum of two (2) years related experience in purchasing, or the equivalent combination of education and experience; - RemoveThorough working knowledge of purchasing, warehouse and inventory control policies, processes and procedures;Demonstrates intelligent buying decisionsGood freight / transportation understandingUnderstanding vendor catalogues, discount structures and the impact of price changes - RemoveStrong 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#INDBOPSOur Commitment to YouWolseley 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.Ready to Shape the Future?Join Wolseley Canada and take the next step in your career. Apply today to become a trusted partner in our mission to deliver excellence and innovation across Canada’s infrastructure.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.