Buyer / Executive Assistant – Burnaby

Columbia Skylights; Burnaby; Hybrid; CAD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer specializing in high-performance skylight solutions is seeking an Executive Assistant to support the President. This hybrid role involves managing day-to-day administrative duties and overseeing procurement and logistics for raw materials. Ideal candidates are tech-savvy, highly organized, and possess strong communication skills. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with senior leadership and contribute to strategic planning, with a compensation range of $65,000–$75,000 plus benefits.

Benefits

Full benefits

RRSP matching

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of purchasing, buying, or supply chain coordination experience.
• Strong computer proficiency; IT problem solving and ERP skills preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; fluent English required.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day administrative support to the President.
• Source and purchase raw materials including inventory planning.
• Manage purchasing for high-end products, issue purchase orders, and liaise with suppliers.

Skills

IT problem solving

ERP

Microsoft Excel

communication skills

organization

multitasking

adaptability

Education

College Diploma

Tools

ERP software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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Industry: Building Materials / Manufacturing

Compensation: $65,000–$75,000 + bonus + full benefits + RRSP matching

About the Company

With over 40 years of consistent growth and innovation, this leading North American manufacturer specializes in high-performance skylight solutions, serving both residential and commercial markets. Their commitment to quality, lean manufacturing, and customer service excellence has earned them a reputation as a market leader across Canada. Headquartered in British Columbia with a national distribution presence, the company continues to scale with long-tenured leadership and a culture focused on development and operational excellence. Columbia has received awards for our products from ENERGY STAR Canada for three of the last four years.

Position Summary

This hybrid role is perfect for a sharp, tech-savvy, and driven professional seeking variety in their day-to-day. You’ll directly support the President while owning purchasing and logistical functions tied to raw materials and finished goods. The role offers a unique growth opportunity to work closely with senior leadership, gain deep operational exposure, and contribute to both tactical execution and strategic planning.

Key Responsibilities

Executive Support (Approx. 25%)

•Provide day-to-day administrative support to the President.

•Manage correspondence, calendar, and presentation preparation.

•Support with correspondence aid, and travel arrangements.

•Assist with data entry and administrative updates in ERP/accounting systems.

Procurement & Purchasing (Approx. 75%)

•Source and purchase raw materials and assist with equipment maintenance and parts supply.

•Manage purchasing for a high-end European skylight product line, including inventory planning and special orders.

•Issue purchase orders, coordinate deliveries, and track supplier performance.

•Liaise with suppliers and manufacturing teams.

•Schedule and coordinate freight shipments across Canada.

•Evaluate and negotiate carrier rates to optimize shipping costs.

•Monitor and adapt to changing freight market conditions.

Qualifications

•College Diploma preferred.

•2–5 years of purchasing, buying, or supply chain coordination experience.

•Strong computer proficiency; IT problem solving, ERP and Microsoft Excel skills preferred.

•Excellent written and verbal communication skills; fluent English required.

•Highly organized, adaptable, and comfortable multitasking.

•Experience in a manufacturing or distribution environment preferred.

•You are self-motivated, and have a great sense of humour!

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• Many of our team members have been with the company for 15 years or more, and we strive to provide an environment for our employees to learn, grow, and succeed. We are dedicated to giving back to the communities where we operate.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Administrative

• Industries

  Manufacturing

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