Purchaser - Intermediate Level

Pacific Rim Engineered Products (1987) Ltd.; Halifax; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in engineered solutions seeks a Purchasing Agent to manage procurement processes. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in purchasing, vendor management, and ERP systems. Join a supportive team that values collaboration and offers comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Comprehensive Health and Dental coverage

Employee Assistance Program

Matched RRSP contribution

Company planned team building activities

Paid time off between Christmas and New Years

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-7 years recent related experience.
• Experience with an ERP system, preferably Infor Syteline.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for purchasing equipment, materials, and services.
• Reviews specifications and budgetary requirements.
• Establishes and maintains vendor contacts.

Skills

Negotiation

Problem Solving

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Level III of the PMAC program

Equivalent education, training and experience

Tools

ERP system

Job description

Pacific Rim Engineered Products (PREP) is a Canadian company who is leading provider of engineered solutions for various industrial sectors from marine, oil and gas, and mining to renewable markets including hydropower. PREP’s dedicated in-house team of professional engineers, project managers and accredited Red Seal technicians is able to respond with expert solutions that meet its customers’ unique needs.

With over 35 years in business PREP owes its success to its employees! Many members of PREP’s team have worked and advanced their careers over 15 or more years which means you’ll be working with an experienced team which is eager to share their knowledge and passion for continual improvement and business success. PREP strives to maintain an engaging and positive work environment. To find out more about us, visit our website : www.prepglobal.com

Mandate / Role :

Responsible for purchasing equipment, material, and services by consulting with users; determining and / or recommending the vendor; negotiating and resolving problems; expediting parts as required; establishing and maintaining product information sources and vendor contacts.

Duties / Responsibilities :

• Reviews specifications and budgetary requirements with the end users; produces purchase orders as required.
• Determines sources of supply from defined vendor lists and new potential vendors, determines price and availability of material which may meet specifications; obtains samples for evaluation as required.
• Analyzes competitive offers in terms of price, quality and conformance to specification, and makes an award recommendation as per applicable company policies.
• Ensure vendors are offering levels of service both qualitatively and quantitatively as expected; resolves problems with equipment, service and material as required.
• Establishes and maintains vendor contacts to obtain information on market trends, new types of products and sources of supply; interviews sales reps; seeks and determines new or alternative sources of supply.
• Expedite parts through the supplier and their processors, identify constraints and explore solutions.
• Participation in supply chain maintenance. Identifying and qualifying newvendors, measuring and reporting vendor performance (quality and delivery)
• Participating in the management of on hand material for service and parts sales

Knowledge, Skills / Attributes and Experience :

• Level III of the PMAC program or equivalent
• Minimum 5-7 years recent related experience or an equivalent combination ofeducation, training and experience
• Experience with an ERP system, preferably Infor Syteline
• Ability to effectively interact at various levels within the organization.
• Demonstrated experience and success working in a fast paced, matrix environment satisfying multiple customers

Benefits and Perks :

As a valued member of the team, a competitive compensation will include :

Competitive salary commensurate with experience

• Comprehensive Health and Dental coverage for you and your family
• Employee Assistance Program (support for mental health, financial services, and legal needs)
• Matched RRSP contribution
• Company planned team building / social activities and meals
• Paid time off between Christmas and New Years to enjoy the holidays
• Supportive management and friendly co-workers who encourage collaboration

How to Apply :

Please apply directly to this posting with the most recent version of your resume. We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.