Branch Buyer

wolseley; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits with premiums

Pension plan with employer matching

Annual bonus and profit-sharing

Paid vacation and sick time

Job summary

Wolseley Canada is seeking a purchasing professional to manage external vendor relationships, review items for purchase, and collaborate with branch sales teams to optimize procurement. You will handle special orders, data entry, and supplier expediting while ensuring adherence to policies and safety rules.

The role emphasizes inventory control, identifying surplus or return opportunities, and applying intelligent buying decisions within a dynamic supply chain environment.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education with minimum two years' related purchasing experience.
• Knowledge of purchasing, warehouse and inventory control policies and procedures.
• Demonstrates intelligent buying decisions.
• Understanding of freight and transportation considerations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; highly organized and able to multi-task.

Responsibilities

• Purchase items across assigned lines and manage external vendor relationships.
• Collaborate with branch sales teams to ensure efficient procurement.
• Handle special orders and expedite from vendors and distribution centers.
• Data entry for purchase orders and basic reporting.
• Identify inventory opportunities, surpluses, or returns and optimize landed cost.
• Ensure adherence to company policies and safety rules; support physical inventory.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Freight/Transportation understanding

Education

Post-secondary education

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 by 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.
• Knowledgeable of the following practices and philosophies of Wolseley Canada
• 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
• 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.
• 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. Add
• 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:

• Post-Secondary education plus a minimum of two (2) years related experience in purchasing, or the equivalent combination of education and experience;
• 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

Our Commitment to You

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.

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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 fed