Purchasing Clerk

Stella-Jones Inc.; Candiac; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health and dental coverage

Life insurance and AD&D

Disability coverage (Short & Long-term

Annual Bonus Program

RRSP with 150% company match

Company share purchase program

Job summary

Stella-Jones Inc. is seeking a Purchasing Clerk to support the Purchasing Department with daily tasks, inventory data, material receiving (steel and galvanizing), and cross-departmental support.

Responsibilities include processing steel material receiving, maintaining MTRs and test docs, and managing inventory levels, while assisting with supplier communications and HR-related admin. DEP qualification required, 1–3 years experience, and bilingual English/French capability are essential.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in administrative support or purchasing/inventory role.
• Strong sense of initiative, accountability and responsibility.
• Team player with adaptability and willingness to learn.
• Highly organized, meticulous and detail-oriented.
• Bilingual in English and French (written and spoken) to support US plant operations and suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Receiving & Material Management tasks: process receiving of steel materials and subcontracted galvanizing services; verify and file MTRs and test docs; maintain scrap and reject tracking; monitor sling inspections and inventory min/max.
• Administrative & Purchasing Support: assist Purchasing/Planning with daily tasks; manage office supplies and breakroom stocks; communicate with suppliers and internal teams about POs and deliveries.
• HR & Internal Support: assist HR with uniforms and safety gear; manage locker records; perform related tasks as requested.

Skills

Bilingual English/French

Intéral (ERP) usage

Education

DEP in Office Automation / Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field

Tools

Intéral

Job description

Posted Friday, August 21, 2026 at 4:00 a.m.

Stella-Jones is a leading manufacturer of essential infrastructure products focused on serving utilities and railroads, as well as supplying big box home improvement stores across North America. Headquartered in Montreal, Canada and publicly traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange, Stella-Jones operates a vast network of facilities that employs more than 3,000 employees across the United States and Canada. Built on strong foundations with a coast-to-coast reach, we offer real opportunities for career success and community impact.

Under the supervision of the Purchasing Supervisor, the Purchasing Clerk assists the Purchasing Department with daily administrative tasks, inventory data maintenance, material receiving (steel and subcontracted galvanizing), and cross-departmental operational support.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Receiving & Material Management:

• Process the receiving of steel materials and subcontracted galvanizing services using the computerized system.
• Manage, verify, and file mill test reports (MTR) and heat/cast test documentation.
• Maintain and update the steel scrap and reject tracking file.
• Track sling inspections and repairs, and maintain the compliance register/log.
• Learn and manage material substitutions and inventory reservations to support production and planning.
• Create and maintain product/item master codes in the system (Intéral).
• Monitor and adjust minimum/maximum (min/max) inventory levels.

Administrative & Purchasing Support:

• Support the Purchasing and Planning departments with day-to-day administrative tasks.
• Manage inventory and place orders for office supplies, stationery, printer cartridges, etc.
• Oversee breakroom and kitchen supplies (coffee, milk, etc.).
• Communicate effectively with suppliers and internal teams regarding purchase orders and delivery follow-ups.

HR & Internal Support:

• Assist Human Resources with the ordering and distribution of work uniforms and safety boots.
• Manage employee locker assignments and records.
• Perform any other related tasks requested by the supervisor.

REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Vocational Diploma (DEP) in Office Automation / Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• 1 to 3 years of experience in an administrative support or purchasing/inventory role.
• Strong sense of initiative, accountability, and responsibility.
• Team player with strong adaptability and willingness to learn.
• Highly organized, meticulous, and detail-oriented.
• Bilingualism in English and French (written and spoken) to effectively support our US plant operations and communicate with predominantly English-speaking suppliers.

As a Stella-Jones employee, you will enjoy access to excellent benefits and incentives, including:

• Extended health and dental coverage
• Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D)
• Short-Term and Long-Term disability coverage
• Competitive compensation
• Annual Bonus Program
• Retirement program (RRSP) with generous Company match (150% of employee's 4% contribution)
• Company Share Purchase Program with 25% Company contribution match

Stella-Jones is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, provincial, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Stella-Jones makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.