Purchaser

S3 Group Ltd.; Swift Current; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Swift Current is seeking a Purchaser to join their team. This full-time role offers competitive salary, health benefits, and opportunities for rapid career growth. The ideal candidate will have purchasing experience, excellent communication skills, and a detail-oriented approach.

Benefits

Health Benefits

RRSP Matching Program

Qualifications

• 2-3 years purchasing experience in manufacturing sector.
• Effective communication skills to inspire confidence.

Responsibilities

• Purchase materials for production and engineering departments.
• Source materials and negotiate prices with suppliers.
• Manage Internal Product Requests (IPRs).

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Detail-oriented

Education

Grade 12 Diploma

Tools

MRP systems

Job description

S3 Group Ltd. is currently recruiting for a Purchaser to join our team at our Swift Current, SK location. This is a full-time position offering a competitive salary, great health benefits, an RRSP matching program, and room for rapid career growth.

Since 1966, our company has been designing and building specialized equipment, products, and custom components for end-users and other manufacturers around the world. We know that being a great place to work means far more than just getting paid. S3 fosters a respectful, teamwork environment where ideas are valued, and everyone contributes with significance.

The Ideal Candidate Will Bring With Them

EDUCATION, SKILLS, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of Grade 12 Diploma, or equivalent, and 2-3 years purchasing experience, preferably in the manufacturing sector
• Knowledge of MRP systems
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• A positive and constructive attitude with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Detail-oriented and quick learner
• Positive, cooperative team player capable of working with minimal supervision
• Effective communication skills to inspire confidence among supervisors, peers, and subordinates

Key Responsibilities

• Purchase materials for production, engineering, and other departments based on purchase orders
• Source materials, negotiate prices, delivery terms, specifications, and quantities with suppliers
• Handle planned orders with start dates on or before the current date, assigned based on planner IDs
• Review Exception Reports to ensure orders meet current requirements, updating POs as necessary
• Ensure all PO dates in MAX reflect the most recent agreements and address any overdue orders daily
• Manage Internal Product Requests (IPRs)
• Contact suppliers if there are discrepancies in shipment quantities or products, and initiate corrective actions if needed
• Coordinate with material handlers or warehouses for deliveries and manage stock adjustments upon replenishment

Please apply with a cover letter and resume.