Purchasing Agent

Equest; Regina; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a highly motivated Purchasing Agent to join its dynamic manufacturing team in Regina. This role focuses on reducing costs and enhancing services through effective purchasing and procurement activities. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in negotiation, vendor management, and strategic purchasing initiatives. With a commitment to excellence, this organization offers competitive compensation and numerous opportunities for career advancement. Join a team that values collaboration and innovation in a fast-paced environment where your contributions will make a significant impact.

Benefits

Competitive wages and bonuses

Disability programs

Retirement plans

Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts

Life insurance options

Paid vacation and statutory holidays

Opportunities for career advancement

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of purchasing/materials management experience.
• Strong background in negotiation and strategic purchasing.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate and administer contracts with suppliers.
• Analyze vendor capabilities and research new suppliers.

Skills

Negotiation Skills

Vendor Management

Cost Reduction Strategies

Analytical Skills

Customer Service Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Certification (CSCMP, C.P.M., APICS)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Oracle

Job description

At EVRAZ, our strength starts with our people! As a team, we collaborate to solve problems, contribute ideas, and challenge each other to ensure growth and success for the business and our employees.

Job Description and Responsibilities

EVRAZ North America is seeking a highly motivated Purchasing Agent to join our manufacturing team in Regina. This role involves reducing costs and improving services through purchasing and procurement activities. Qualified candidates should be results-oriented team players with purchasing experience, capable of working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Meet strategic goals for cost reductions and service improvements proactively.
• Analyze vendor capabilities versus requirements and research new suppliers; evaluate existing suppliers based on price, quality, selection, service, support, availability, reliability, and track record.
• Prepare, distribute, and analyze requests for proposals for daily items and contracts, generating summaries for approval.
• Negotiate, renegotiate, and administer contracts with suppliers and vendors.
• Collaborate with departments to understand technical specifications, product requirements, and inventory demands.
• Write and review product specifications, maintaining technical knowledge of goods or services purchased.
• Discuss defective or unacceptable goods/services with staff, users, and vendors to determine corrective actions.
• Manage day-to-day supplier relations and ensure adherence to contracts.
• Monitor shipments to ensure timely delivery; trace shipments and follow up on undelivered goods.
• Produce reports on vendor activity, contracts, RFPs, and procurement data.
• Evaluate and monitor contract performance for compliance and necessary adjustments.
• Develop policies and procedures for procurement and bid proposals.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, preferably in logistics, engineering, operations, or supply chain management.
• Certification such as CSCMP, C.P.M., or APICS is preferred.
• 5-10 years of purchasing/materials management experience, focusing on commodities, services, and capital procurement.
• Proven track record of cost reductions and strategic purchasing initiatives through negotiation and analysis.
• Excellent customer service skills for working with stakeholders at all levels.
• Knowledge of supplier markets and industry trends.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes, especially in steel or related industries, is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; knowledge of Oracle is an asset.

Our Total Compensation Package Includes:

• Competitive wages and bonuses
• Disability programs
• Retirement plans
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Life insurance options
• Paid vacation and statutory holidays
• Opportunities for career advancement and tuition reimbursement
• Wellness programs

We appreciate all applicants; only those being actively considered will be contacted.

Equal Opportunity Employer

EVRAZ North America is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. For assistance, contact [e-mail] or call [phone]. We evaluate accommodation requests on a case-by-case basis.

Join a team that manufactures excellence, drives success, and builds careers!