Buyer

Rexel Germany GmbH & Co.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Rexel Canada is seeking a Buyer for the Western procurement team, based at the Calgary Foothills location. The role involves replenishing inventory across 56 branches in Western Canada, securing supplier confirmations, expediting deliveries, and maintaining core stock levels to hit availability targets.

Responsibilities include collaborating with vendors, item master data, and cross-functional teams to resolve discrepancies and optimize turns and fill rates.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education or 2-3 years of related experience.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office programs (Outlook/Excel); AS400 and GAINS a plus.
• Strong problem-solving and independent decision-making abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure with competing priorities and manage time effectively.
• Good organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Work with vendors to confirm purchase orders and maintain PO costs and delivery dates.
• Expedite deliveries as required to meet timelines.
• Support item master data maintenance.
• Maintain stocking levels to meet availability targets across branches.
• Resolve supplier issues and gauge branch satisfaction levels.
• Review historical and forecasted demand to guide buying decisions.
• Collaborate with Accounting and Traffic on discrepancies.
• Advise Inventory Planners on slow-moving and surplus inventory.
• Conduct daily reviews of branch surplus inventory for rebalancing.

Skills

Problem-solving

Time management

Verbal and written communication

Education

Post-secondary education

Tools

AS400

GAINS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company Description

JoinRexel:AGlobalLeaderinElectricalDistribution

Rexel is a world leader in the electrical distribution market, operating in 18 Countries and leveraging a network of 1950 branches and 27000 employees. We provide innovative electrical solutions and equipment for the industrial, residential and commercial sectors. As energy evolves, our business is transforming alongside it. This change is driven by you - our fresh thinkers, innovators and groundbreakers. By collaborating closely with our customers and partners, Rexel is dedicated to delivering exceptional value to our employees, customers and stakeholders alike. Together we are building sustainable performance and shaping a better future.

Rexel Canada operates under eight distinct banners: Rexel Atlantic, Rexel Utility, Westburne, Nedco, LTL, Talley, Jacmar and TC360.

Job Description

We are currently looking for a Buyer for the Western procurement team that is responsible for the replenishment of inventory for 56 branches in Western Canada. The candidate will be based at our Calgary Foothills location and will be responsible for replenishing inventory within the distribution network while achieving targeted turns and fill rate objectives. The successful candidate will place orders with suppliers, expedite and maintain delivery dates as well as non-conformance resolution.

Responsibilities:

• Work with vendors to obtain purchase order confirmation as well as maintain PO Cost and delivery dates in the system.
• Expedite delivery as required
• Support item master team with item data maintenance
• Maintain stocking levels based on preset and anticipated demands of the branches in order to hit achieve availability targets
• Resolve problems with suppliers and indicate the level of satisfaction from branches.
• Review historical and forecasted demand to make the appropriate buying decision
• Work with Accounting and Traffic on discrepancy resolution
• Working directly with the Inventory Planners, make recommendations on slow-moving and surplus inventory
• Daily review of branch surplus inventory for the purpose of inventory rebalancing
• Daily review of critical / Core items

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education or 2-3 years of related experience
• Computer literacy, proficient with all Microsoft Office programs (Primarily Outlook and Excel). AS400 and/or GAINS experience considered an asset
• Problem-solving and ability to make decisions independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to work well under pressure when dealing with competing priorities and managing time effectively.
• Good organizational and time management skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Additional Information

What We Offer:

• Our employees enjoy a positive work-life balance while thriving in an environment that is dynamic and motivated by new and exciting challenges.
• We provide competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits plans, and pension plans, along with a remarkable range of career opportunities—whether advancing in your current field or exploring something entirely new. If you’re motivated, we’ll help you find the career path that suits you.
• Rexel Canada is committed to Employment Equity and values a diverse workforce, recognizing each employee's unique talents and skills.