Purchasing and Inventory Coordinator

Swaprobotics; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Flexible hours

Modern office

Green energy technology

Job summary

Swap Robotics in Kitchener, Ontario, is hiring a Purchasing and Inventory Coordinator to drive procurement and inventory optimization. This in-office role collaborates with internal teams to meet supply needs and ensure timely delivery of parts and materials.

You will quote and procure production components, manage supplier relationships, analyze spend, and continuously improve purchasing strategies in a fast-growing startup environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in business or supply chain.
• Experience with procurement and import/export is preferred.
• Detail-oriented with strong communication.

Responsibilities

• Quoting & procuring production parts & materials
• Shipping and receiving orders, advising on ETA
• Managing material inventory
• Qualify new suppliers and maintain relationships
• Maintain supplier database and purchase records
• Conduct spend analysis and identify cost savings
• Develop and improve purchasing strategies

Skills

Procurement

Inventory control

Vendor relations

Communication skills

Education

Post-secondary degree in business or related field

Tools

Google Sheets

Google Suite / ERP systems

Job description

Are you interested in working with a promising start-up in one of the hottest fields of technology today? We are a Kitchener, Ontario-based start-up that designs and manufactures 100% electric robots. Sustainability is our mission and safety is our number one priority. With clients all over Canada and plans to expand into the USA this year, we are the future of sustainable, robotic grass cutting. In our collaborative and innovative work environment, we believe anything is possible with the right team and the right tools!

In your job as Purchasing and Inventory Coordinator, you are responsible for conducting purchasing activities, maintaining positive relationships with suppliers, coordinating with internal teams regarding their supply needs and managing material inventory. You will optimize purchasing activities and processes as well as source new products as needed. You have excellent communication and organizational skills and are highly detail-oriented.

We are looking for someone who is in the Waterloo region and able to work in-office due to the nature of work performed.

Job Responsibilities

• Quoting & procuring production parts & materials
• Shipping and receiving orders, and advising on ETA of inbound orders
• Managing material inventory
• Qualify new suppliers and maintaining relationships with existing suppliers
• Maintaining the supplier database, purchase order records and related documentation
• Conducting spend analysis and identifying cost savings opportunities
• Developing and improving purchasing strategies

Required Skills/Experience

• Post-secondary degree in Business Administration, Management Engineering, Supply Chain Management or related field
• Knowledge of inventory and supply chain management
• 2+ years experience in a purchasing role involving import/export and custom fabrication
• Highly attentive to detail
• Superior communication skills, written and verbal
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Independent problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Proven organizational and planning skills
• Ability to quickly adapt to changing priorities
• Experience with Google Suite, especially Google Sheets

Nice to Haves

• Understanding of engineering drawings
• Familiarity with components such as electrical components and fasteners
• Experience working at a startup or small company
• Experience in a manufacturing environment
• Familiar working with inventory management software or ERP systems

Why work for us?

• Welcoming, inclusive and collaborative team environment
• Flexible working hours
• Modern office and Green Energy technology

• Exciting start-up with lots of opportunity to have your voice heard
• Stock options

Swap Robotics is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environment. If you are contacted for a job opportunity, please let us know if any accommodation is needed to ensure you have access to a fair and equitable process. Any information received relating to accommodation will be kept confidential.