CAT Parts Sourcing Coordinator

finning; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

Finning Canada is seeking a temporary procurement specialist to optimize CAT parts sourcing, improve inventory levels, and support superior customer service. You will balance urgency, inventory investment, cost, and lead times, working with branches and cross-functional teams to improve sourcing decisions and data integrity in the ERP system.

The role involves generating management reports, resolving delays or quality issues, and collaborating across the Supply Chain group to drive continuous

Qualifications

• Experience in CAT product knowledge and Finning Parts Department roles is valuable.
• Post-secondary education in Operations/Supply Chain/Industrial Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Experience with Lawson/MRP is an asset.
• MS Office proficiency with advanced Excel skills expected.

Responsibilities

• Order CAT parts to fulfill customer delivery needs with optimized sourcing and inventory decisions.
• Generate and share procurement reports with management, tracking metrics and trends.
• Maintain data integrity in ERP systems and related records.
• Handle supply chain tickets promptly and accurately.
• Collaborate with branches and cross-functional teams to improve overall supply chain performance.
• Provide backup coverage for other buyers during vacations or peak periods.

Education

Operations Management

Supply Chain Management

Industrial Engineering

Business

Tools

Lawson MRP

Job description

Company:

Finning Canada

Number of Openings:

1

Worker Type:

Temporary (Fixed Term)

Position Overview:

Play a key role in keeping Finning's parts supply chain moving efficiently by sourcing CAT parts, optimizing inventory, and supporting exceptional customer service. In this role, you will make strategic purchasing decisions that balance customer urgency, inventory investment, cost, and lead times to ensure parts are available when and where they are needed.

Working closely with branches, inventory planners, and cross-functional teams, you'll use data, analytics, and supply chain expertise to improve sourcing decisions, maintain data integrity, identify process improvements, and enhance overall supply chain performance.

This is an excellent opportunity for a customer-focused supply chain professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys problem-solving, and is passionate about driving operational excellence and continuous improvement.

Contract Type:

Temporary, 6-12 months

Location:

Edmonton, AB

Schedule:

Monday to Friday | 37.5 hours/week

Job Description:

• Order product from CAT to fulfill customer delivery requirement making optimized sourcing decisions by also evaluating internal inventory availability to ensure working capital is optimized while also taking into consideration lead time requirements. .Directly collaborating with branch stakeholders to recommend optimized stocking decisions while also understanding pertinent customer requirements and urgency.
• Generate and distribute procurement reports to management, highlighting key metrics and trends. Follow-up with internal customers regarding delays, errors, and quality issues related to their orders. Recognize and investigate problems with the inventory (i.e. inefficient processes or system settings/parameters), make recommendations to rectify.
• Record cleanup: Regularly review and clean up Infor, PartViz, etc.. records to ensure data accuracy and integrity. Enter and update data in the company's ERP system as required.
• Execute tasks assigned via the supply chain ticketing tool in a prompt, professional and accurate manner.
• Support branches and Finning departments to improve knowledge, understanding of parts procedures and performance to improve overall supply chain effectiveness
• Collaborate with Inventory Planners, Supervisors, Supply Chain group, Branches and cross-functional groups within company to identify and mitigate the issues proactively, performance drivers and limitations, develop solutions and continuously improve the performance of our supply chain. Provide backup to other buyers/roles during vacation, travel, or high volume periods

Qualifications:

• Experience in service, or parts, CAT product knowledge; Experience in Finning Parts Department roles, including warehouse, front counter and inventory control will be of significant value
• The successful candidate will have a post-secondary education - Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Business or equivalent experience in a related field
• Experience with Lawson system/MRP is an asset
• Experience or exposure to Transportation and Logistics, Warehousing and Distribution, Contracts Management, Sourcing and Category Management, Master Data Management would be an asset
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, analytical skills and the ability to set priorities and meet tight deadlines
• Proficient in MS Office applications and advanced level in excel

At Finning, we prioritize creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we actively encourage all individuals to express themselves and achieve their full potential. As a company, we continuously strive to enhance our outreach to individuals of all backgrounds and identities. We do not discriminate against applicants based on gender identity, race, national and ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital and family status, and/or mental or physical disabilities. Furthermore, Finning is committed to collaborating with and providing reasonable accommodations /adjustments to individuals with disabilities. If you require an adjustment/accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please inform your recruiter.