Purchaser - Medicine Hat

Friendly Senior Living; Medicine Hat; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Benefits package

RRSP matching

Job summary

S3 Group Ltd. is seeking a Purchaser in Medicine Hat to secure materials for production at favorable costs and on schedule. You will collaborate with suppliers, negotiate terms, and maintain strong relationships to support a growing organization.

Ideal candidates have 2–3 years of purchasing experience in manufacturing, excellent communication, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while ensuring accurate inventory and timely PO updates.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years purchasing experience, preferably in manufacturing.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and stay organized.

Responsibilities

• Purchase materials for production, engineering and others on purchase orders.
• Source materials, negotiate price, delivery, specifications and quantity with suppliers.
• Handle planned orders based on planner IDs and start dates.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and evaluate supplier performance and stability.
• Ensure PO dates reflect the latest vendor agreement and address overdue orders daily.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Prioritization

Detail orientation

Tools

MRP system

Job description

About S3 Group Ltd.

S3 Group Ltd. is a Saskatchewan-based manufacturer providing innovative solutions to the agricultural industry through multiple divisions across North America. We value innovation, teamwork, and quality in everything we do.

The Role

We are looking for a Purchaser to join our team in Medicine Hat. This role ensures that materials are purchased at a reasonable cost, within budget, and delivered on time for production. They liaise with suppliers and negotiate contracts while maintaining good relationships to secure favorable pricing and terms. It's an opportunity to use your negotiating and analytical skills in a collaborative environment while contributing to a growing organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Purchase materials for production, engineering and others on purchase order.
• Source materials, negotiate price, delivery, specifications and quantity with suppliers.
• Handle all planned orders with a start date on or before current date that are assigned, based on planner ID's.
• Maintain an accurate inventory record and evaluate suppliers based on performance and financial stability.
• Ensure all PO dates in MAX reflect the most recent agreement with the vendor and any overdue order (as displayed on the PO dispatch report) is addressed daily.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years purchasing, preferably in the manufacturing sector.
• Knowledge of MRP system.
• Possess excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Have a positive and constructive attitude and the ability to manage a range of priorities.
• Detail oriented and able to learn tasks quickly.

Ready to Join S3?

We offer competitive wages, benefits, and RRSP matching, along with opportunities to keep learning and advancing. Take the next step in your career – come grow with us.