Purchaser (Entry-Level)

Bird Construction; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Bird Construction is seeking aPurchasing/Procurement professional in Canada’s Edmonton area to source and negotiate with suppliers, ensuring timely delivery of materials and equipment for construction projects.

You will support the Purchasing Manager, process invoices, and maintain accurate records in Vista/Viewpoint while reconciling vendor statements and improving procurement processes. Strong negotiation, teamwork, and Excel skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of purchasing or procurement experience in construction.
• Bachelor's degree or diploma in SCM, Business Admin, or related field.
• Experience with Vista, Coupa, and MS Office with advanced Excel.
• Strong analytical and attention to detail.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team.
• Knowledge of construction materials, tools and equipment.
• Strong time-management and prioritization abilities.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Source and negotiate with suppliers to obtain best terms, pricing, and quality.
• Ensure materials and equipment are procured and delivered on time to meet project schedules.
• Support Purchasing Manager on daily administrative tasks.
• Process invoices with 3-way matching to proper documentation and receipts.
• Reconcile receipt documentation on a daily basis.
• Assist with month-end procedures (expense accruals, cut-off, etc.).
• Ensure proper signatures and authorizations are obtained per Authority.
• Maintain filing system for processed invoices, packing slips and receipts.
• Research and resolve invoice issues with vendors and accounts payable.
• Inform supervisor of payable issues contravening company policies.
• Receive site-delivered material in Vista/Viewpoint from packing slips.
• Request and track missing packing slips and reconcile with invoices.
• Enter information into Vista system accurately and timely.
• Pay vendors accurately.
• Maintain files in a current and accessible manner.
• Complete vendor statement reconciliations monthly.

Skills

Analytical

Negotiation

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Time management

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's or Diploma in SCM/Business Admin

Tools

Vista

Coupa

Excel

MS Office

Job description

What You Will Be Working On

• Source and negotiate with suppliers to obtain the best terms, pricing, and quality.
• Ensure materials and equipment are procured and delivered on time to meet project schedules.
• Support Purchasing Manager on daily administrative tasks.
• Process invoices by way of 3-way matching to proper documentation and receipts
• Reconcile receipt documentation on a daily basis.
• Assist with month-end procedures (expense accruals, cut-off etc.).
• Ensure proper signatures and authorizations are obtained in accordance with the Bird Designation of Authority.
• Maintain the filing system for processed invoices, packing slips and receipts.
• Research and resolve invoice issues with vendors and accounts payable department on a timely basis.
• Inform supervisor of payable related issues that are in contravention of company policies or procedures.
• Receive site delivered material in Vista/Viewpoint from Packing Slips retrieved from project sites.
• Request and track missing packing slips from job sites and reconcile information against supplier invoices.
• Enter information into our Vista system in an accurate and timely manner.
• Pay vendors accurately.
• Maintain files in a current and accessible manner.
• Complete vendor statement reconciliations each month.
• Other duties as need to meet operational requirements.

What We Are Looking For

• 1-3 years of proven experience in purchasing or procurement, ideally within the construction industry.
• Bachelor's degree or diploma in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience with Vista, Coupa, Microsoft Office Suite with advanced Excel skills.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking skills and a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment with a positive attitude.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Solid understanding of construction materials, tools, and equipment.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously and meet the time demands of unpredictable activities.
• Capability to handle pressure and challenges in a dynamic business environment under tight deadlines.

For Those Who Seek to Redefine The greatest achievements in history are borne from the greatness within people – where human potential meets vision, and passion fuels evolution. Unlocking this potential is the most important thing we do at Bird. As a leader in Canadian construction for over 100 years, the impact of our team is etched deeply within the core of our legacy. Beyond Bird, this impact is felt in the fundamental aspects of our everyday lives. From the critical infrastructure we depend on, to the energy and resources that keep us moving - we are powering our communities and shaping Canada’s skylines coast-to-coast-to-coast. Entrenched in the foundation of a culture built more than a century ago is an enduring quest to reimagine what is possible. Our impact is greater than ever, and we are looking for those who seek to redefine their story.

What We Believe In

We Put Safety First

A healthy and safe work environment is non-negotiable. We build a culture of operational and psychological safety through engagement, learning and leadership.

We Lead With Honesty

We speak and act with integrity, clarity and care so people can trust our word and our work. Being honest means we can deliver the best outcomes and consistent results.

We Are Stronger Together

Success is a team effort. Our inclusive workplace enables our combined expertise, humility and creativity to unlock our greater potential.

We Are Driven To Do Great Work

We built our name on quality. We have a passion for excellence in our work and relationships that honours our businesses and our industry. We Create Opportunity Rooted in a solid foundation, we adapt and grow to face the future. We are committed to elevating each other to chart the best path forward in an evolving world.

At Bird, we value Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) and believe it is essential to our success. We will continue to listen, learn, and take action in our commitment to building progress in our organization, and the industry as a whole. Cultivating an environment where all employees feel included, seen, and have a sense of belonging is core to Bird’s culture. We commit to proactively employing a workforce that reflects the communities in which we work, fostering an environment of continuous learning, and never compromising on our values.

Bird construction was founded as a small partnership in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan in 1920. Today we are a highly respected company, operating across Canada. Bird is one of Canada's leading builders and is recognized for its strong commitment to the growth and prosperity of both our clients and our people.