Buyer - Inventory Coordinator

ICE Western Ltd; Calgary; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Alberta is seeking an Inventory Coordinator to manage stock and vendor relations. Responsibilities include ordering materials, verifying bills of materials, and maintaining inventory levels. Candidates should have at least 2 years of related experience, proficiency in MS Office, and strong communication skills. The role offers competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Health and Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

RRSP program

Long-Term Disability Program

Paid Vacation

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of related experience.
• Proficient in Excel, Outlook, and Word.
• Proven experience as a purchasing agent or similar role.

Responsibilities

• Verify purchase requisitions and clarify unclear items.
• Order materials and maintain stock levels.
• Manage vendor relationships to ensure quality and timely delivery.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

Tools

MS Office

Syspro

Job description

Company
ICE Western Sales Ltd. started back in 1991 in Calgary, Alberta.
ICE Western Sales is a manufacturer of highly complex custom air handling equipment and special application design equipment for industries such as oil refineries, oil sands processing, potash and mining, commercial make-up air systems, and institutional heating, cooling, energy recovery, and ventilating equipment. ICE Western Sales also represents a full line of hydronic forced air, fan coils, and radiant hydronic equipment, providing products throughout Canada and the USA.
We are a rapidly growing organization with over 150 employees. Our manufacturing facilities are dedicated to HVAC and data center products.
ICE Western is committed to providing excellent service, safety, and innovation in our products.
ICE Western Sales is experiencing unprecedented growth and has an immediate opening for an Inventory Coordinator. We believe talented people are essential to our future success. We offer an environment where employees can develop their skills, talents, and interests to grow professionally and build rewarding careers. We provide competitive wages and benefits. Please apply.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Verify purchase requisitions and clarify unclear items.
• Obtain price quotations from catalogs and suppliers; demonstrate negotiation capabilities.
• Order materials and maintain stock levels.
• Adjust inventory when discrepancies occur.
• Review and verify bill of materials from the design team for all new jobs, identify stock items, confirm stock levels, and order remaining items as needed.
• Prepare purchase orders by verifying specifications, prices, and availability.
• Monitor and expedite orders.
• Manage vendor relationships to ensure quality, timely delivery, and contract compliance.
• Keep updated records.
• Monitor inventory levels and ensure adequate stock is maintained.
• Adjust stock levels as staff sign out stock for service departments.
• Assist with pulling stock for jobs when needed.
• Help out with shipping and receiving if short-handed.
• Update production schedules and folders as jobs are added and shipped.
• Assist staff in locating stock.
• Maintain records of inventory no longer being stocked.

Job Qualifications:

• Proficient computer skills, including MS Office; minimum intermediate level in Excel, Outlook, and Word.
• Syspro knowledge is an asset.
• Minimum 2 years of related experience.
• Proven experience as a purchasing agent or similar role.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure and with strong attention to detail.
• Analytical thinking, especially regarding inventory management.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Benefits:

• Health and Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• RRSP program
• Long-Term Disability Program
• Paid Vacation
• Employee Assistance Program

Acknowledgement of job description: I have read and understand the job description regarding my employment with ICE Western Sales Ltd.

ICE Western offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

Company COVID-19 Compliance:

ICE Western is taking measures to contain COVID-19, ensuring the health and safety of all employees. We promote hand washing, provide sanitizing dispensers, keep the workplace clean, and follow health guidelines to keep our staff safe during the pandemic.

Electronic resumes only. No walk-ins.