buyer - purchasing

Durabuilt Windows & Doors; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A Canadian window and door company is seeking a professional to purchase general and specialized equipment. The role requires 1 to 2 years of experience, and work must be completed on-site in Edmonton. Key responsibilities include assessing requirements, negotiating with suppliers, and monitoring delivery schedules. Strong communication and multitasking skills are essential for success in this position.

Benefits

Group insurance benefits

Qualifications

• 1 to 2 years of relevant experience required.

Responsibilities

• Purchase general and specialized equipment and business services.
• Assess requirements to develop specifications for equipment and supplies.
• Negotiate offers from suppliers.
• Monitor progress of delivery schedules.
• Contact clients and suppliers to resolve problems.

Skills

Client focus

Attention to detail

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Time management

Flexibility

Ability to multitask

Education

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Job description

Overview

Languages
English

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years. On site. Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Responsibilities

• Purchase general and specialized equipment, materials or business services
• Assess requirements of an establishment to develop specifications for equipment, materials and supplies to be purchased
• Develop specifications for equipment, materials and supplies to be purchased
• Negotiate offers from suppliers
• Consult with suppliers
• Review quotations
• Monitor progress of delivery schedules
• Contact clients and suppliers to resolve problems

Additional information

• Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Ability to work independently
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Large caseload

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Organized
• Team player
• Time management
• Flexibility
• Ability to multitask

Benefits

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits