Purchaser / Admin Assistant

Corporate Networks Inc.

Fort McMurray

On-site

CAD 42,000 - 60,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision, and dental benefits

Performance-based incentives

Job summary

Corporate Networks in Fort McMurray, Alberta is seeking a Purchaser / Admin Assistant to manage purchasing, sourcing, and inventory while supporting front-line client interactions. You will evaluate requests, source and purchase products, coordinate order fulfillment, and negotiate BID and deal pricing while maintaining strong vendor relationships to ensure timely, cost-effective procurement.

You will also act as the first point of contact for inbound client calls, ensuring accurate information

Qualifications

College Diploma in a related discipline.
3-5 years in a purchasing / administrative role.
Experience in an IT services industry an asset.

Responsibilities

Provide front-line client support and act as the first point of contact by phone or email.
Manage purchasing and inventory processes, sourcing products and coordinating fulfillment.
Negotiate pricing and terms with vendors and maintain strong supplier relationships.
Ensure accurate ticket documentation and information capture.
Support administrative functions and contribute to operational efficiency.
Monitor workflows, KPIs and continually improve procurement processes.
Organize confidential data and folder management.
Assist with special projects focused on growth and maturity.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Detail oriented

Presentation skills

Phone/email/IM communication

Office applications

Self-motivated

Vendor relations

Education

College Diploma

Job description

Purchaser / Admin Assistant

About Corporate Networks:

A Fort McMurray, Alberta based company that provides end-to-end information technology solutions to K-12, SMB and the enterprise sector. Since 1985, we have built our company on the culture and its core values with the purpose of adding value to the lives of our staff and clients. Corporate Networks strives to build long-term partnerships, not just transactional relationships with the people and companies we work with. Along with providing Managed Services and Surric Cloud solutions for client’s IT needs, we build our partnerships by first understanding the client’s business needs to design, deploy and support technology infrastructure.

General Description & Primary Role

As a Purchaser/ Admin Assistant with Corporate Networks, you will manage purchasing and inventory processes while supporting front-line client interactions. This role is responsible for evaluating requests, sourcing and purchasing products, coordinating order fulfillment, negotiating BID and deal pricing while maintaining strong vendor relationships to ensure timely, cost-effective procurement. You will also act as the first point of contact for inbound client calls, ensuring accurate information capture and proper ticket documentation. In addition, you will support administrative functions and contribute to operational efficiency across the organization.

Success in this role requires strong organization, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities. You will follow established purchasing processes, uphold product standards and KPIs, and continuously look for opportunities to improve workflows and consistency, with opportunities for growth over time.

Responsibilities by Function

Customer Service

Present the company in a way that represents the company’s core values and culture
Responding to customer inquiries and requests either by phone or e-mail
Act as the first point of contact for inbound client calls, ensuring professional call handling and accurate information capture
Redirect urgent or high-impact issues per escalation protocols
Achieve and maintain a positive rapport with clients and staff

Purchasing and Inventory Control:

Reviewing parts requests for accuracy and need
Researching and purchasing product efficiently and best pricing.
Compare vendor quotes and negotiate pricing, terms, and shipping timelines.
Evaluating and creating purchase orders for product needed.
Coordinate product receiving, inspection, and sign-out process
Monitor order status and resolve delays
Track and manage backorders, returns, and warranty claims
Building and maintaining vendor relations to ensure we are receiving the best pricing and value
Ensure we are capitalizing on all vendor and manufacturer rebates
Maintaining inventory controls
Maintain and refine approved product standards
Adhere to established purchasing workflows, approval processes, and documentation requirements
Monitor and uphold procurement performance KPIs

Administrative Support:

Collecting and analyzing information and data as needed
Researching and providing recommendations on solutions
Updating company policies and procedures as needed
Maintaining stock of supplies

Additional Duties and Responsibilities:

Assisting with special projects focused on raising OML (Operational Maturity Level) and growth
Organize confidential data and folder management
Perform other related duties as assigned

Knowledge and Skills Requirements:

Commitment to company’s vision, purpose and core values
Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships with staff and clients
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Self-motivated and results focused
Detail oriented with strong organizational and presentation skills
Structured and organized
Out of box problem solver
Excellent phone, email and instant messaging communication skills
Proficient with general office applications.
Skilled in preparing written communications and materials
Self-motivated with the ability to work in a fast-moving environment
Ability to establish and accomplish goals with limited direct supervision
Good understanding of IT and or a strong willingness to learn