Purchasing and Logistics Associate - Contract

Westlake; London; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics and purchasing firm in London, Ontario, is looking for a Purchasing and Logistic Associate. This role supports the Windows Department and is responsible for procurement, vendor coordination, inventory management, and logistics. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in distribution/logistics and excellent communication skills. This position offers an entrepreneurial environment and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma at a minimum, University degree or college diploma an asset.
• At least 3 years experience in an office environment of Distribution / Logistics business.
• Ability to work effectively as a member of a team.
• Strong active listening and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare purchase orders, verify pricing and invoices, and communicate with vendors.
• Support branches in managing inventory levels and expedite orders.
• Make timely decisions to manage freight and dispatch trucks.
• Facilitate communication between purchasing departments and assist with finance reports.
• Maintain cost templates and provide delivery information.
• Investigate and resolve product-related issues.

Skills

Active listening

Communication skills

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Prioritization

Education

High School Diploma

University degree or college diploma

Job description

Westlake offers you the potential to enrich your work life and career experience in an entrepreneurial environment. We work together to enhance peoples' lives through our products and presence in the communities in which we operate.

SUMMARY

The Purchasing and Logistic Associate is a key member of the Purchasing team, primarily supporting the Windows Department and overall purchasing operations. This role is responsible for ordering site‑specific supplies, including raw materials and items essential for production or maintenance. Depending on the location, the role may also involve inventory control activities. The role plays a vital role in procuring goods and coordinating purchasing‑related activities to ensure smooth operational flow.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

May include, but are not limited to, the following :

• Procurement & Vendor Coordination : Prepare purchase orders, verify pricing and invoices, and communicate with vendors to obtain product details and delivery schedules.
• Inventory & Order Management : Support branches in managing inventory levels, expedite orders, and resolve issues related to missing, delayed, or damaged products.
• Freight & Logistics : Make timely decisions to manage freight, dispatch RBS trucks, work with pre‑established freight schedules, and maintain quoting systems for freight companies. Final booking confirmations are shared with branches.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration : Facilitate communication between purchasing departments, collaborate with suppliers and branches, and assist with finance reports to clear month‑end invoices.
• Systems & Reporting Support : Assist in setting up SharePoint, maintain cost templates including uploads, and provide delivery information to RBS locations.
• Issue Resolution & Credit Management : Investigate and resolve product‑related issues and support the Operations Associate with outstanding supplier credits.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma at a minimum - University degree or college diploma an asset
• At least 3 years strong background and work experience in an office environment of Distribution / Logistics business
• Strong active listening & communication skills – written and verbal
• Ability to work effectively as member of a team
• Ability to organize and prioritize in a fast‑paced environment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use a computer keyboard and computer monitors, stand; walk; use hands to type, touch, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee may occasionally lift and / or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, as normally based in an office. Some of the work may be required in the distribution warehouse that may require usage of required PPE including safety glasses, hearing protection, etc. May also result in exposure to outside elements and may require usage of stairs and elevators.

Westlake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable legislation.

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