Buyer

MatchBox Consulting Group; Surrey; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Buyer based in Surrey, BC. This role offers a great opportunity to those with experience in purchasing, logistics, or supply chain. The successful candidate will review purchase requisitions, create purchase orders, and manage vendor relationships. Ideal candidates should have at least 1 year of relevant experience and a degree in a related field. This position comes with growth potential and requires local travel (5–10%).

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience in purchasing, logistics, or supply chain.
• Experience with SAP or a similar purchasing/ERP system is an asset.
• Willingness to travel locally (5–10%) to visit sites.

Responsibilities

• Review and assess purchase requisitions to ensure accuracy.
• Create purchase orders for materials and services.
• Obtain quotes and bids from suppliers.

Skills

Experience in purchasing

Logistics knowledge

Supply chain understanding

Education

Certificate, diploma, or degree in Purchasing, Logistics, Supply Chain

Tools

SAP

Job description

MatchBox Consulting Group is searching for a Buyer on behalf of a major player in the building materials and construction sector based in Surrey, BC. This is a great opportunity for someone with early experience in purchasing, logistics, or supply chain, and looking to transfer their previous co‑op role into a full time role with strong growth potential.

The successful candidate will support multiple sites across Vancouver, act as a key point of contact for internal stakeholders, and gain exposure to a wide variety of product lines and commodities.

Responsibilities

• Review and assess purchase requisitions to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Create purchase orders for materials, services, utilities, and capital expenditures.
• Obtain quotes and bids from suppliers in line with procurement policies.
• Support sourcing activities and local negotiations to secure competitive pricing and total cost of ownership.
• Manage parked PO invoices and ensure appropriate payment terms are applied.
• Coordinate vendor setup, changes, and updates with the procurement team.
• Act as a first point of contact for site teams and internal stakeholders regarding purchasing needs.
• Ensure proper use of tax codes and PCS codes on purchase orders.
• Identify opportunities to improve purchase-to-pay (P2P) processes.
• Provide data and information requested by the Procurement Manager.
• Adhere to and promote health, safety, and environmental policies, including proper PPE use.

Requirements

• 1+ year of experience in purchasing, logistics, or supply chain.
• Certificate, diploma, or degree in Purchasing, Logistics, Supply Chain, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Experience with SAP or a similar purchasing / ERP system is an asset.
• Experience in construction, mining, heavy industrial, or building materials is a strong plus.
• Willingness to travel locally (5–10%) to visit sites.

For more current job opportunities, Follow MatchBox at linkedin.com / company / matchbox-recruitment /

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About MatchBox

Headquartered in downtown Vancouver and serving clients nationally, MatchBox is one of the leading recruitment and solutions firms that specializes in the fields of IT & Technology, Engineering & Technical, Real Estate & Construction, and Accounting & Finance. We offer unrivaled expertise with our team's extensive experience in the recruitment and professional services industry. We are dedicated to building great connections and creating strong opportunities within the workforce and the labor market.

Equal Opportunities

MatchBox is committed to providing equal opportunities for all applicants. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including members of minority groups such as racialized individuals, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and Indigenous peoples. It is a priority for us that all candidates are treated fairly and without discrimination. Our recruitment teams receive ongoing training on using objective criteria for evaluating candidates and other related topics to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.

Work Permits

Please note that we require all interested candidates to obtain the necessary work permits from the Government of Canada prior to submitting an application. This position is open exclusively to individuals residing in Canada and legally authorized to work in Canada. Applications not meeting these criteria will not be considered.

Further Consideration

We receive a high volume of applications and are only able to contact candidates who are selected for further consideration.

Find out more at www.matchboxhr.com