Purchasing Coordinator

BC Housing; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 54,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

In-house training

Wellness programs

Recognition programs

Transit pass program

Social Club

Community involvement

Job summary

BC Housing in Burnaby, BC is seeking a Purchasing Coordinator who will retrieve and review Work Orders, process Purchase Orders, and ensure accuracy and timely processing across departments. This role supports procurement operations and requires strong clerical skills.

The successful candidate will review Cancellation Orders and provide effective administrative support within BC Housing, reporting to the Supervisor, Purchasing Administration.

Qualifications

• High school diploma with post-secondary courses in Office, Business Administration, or related field.
• Sound clerical experience in high-volume PO administration and communication with vendors, suppliers, and internal clients.
• Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience acceptable to the Employer.

Responsibilities

• Retrieve and review assigned Work Orders (WOs); process Purchase Orders (POs) and related documentation.
• Review and prepare Cancellation Orders (COs) in accordance with approved policies; ensure accuracy and timeliness.
• Provide operational and administrative support to BC Housing across assigned departments.

Skills

Data entry

Customer service

Communication

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Time management

Education

High school diploma w/ post-secondary courses

Equivalent education/experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP systems

Job description

Location: BURNABY, BC

• Join one of BC's Top Employers!
• Be part of an exceptional company culture with great employee benefits and a healthy work/life balance!

PURCHASING COORDINATOR

Job ID: 7024

REGULAR/FULL-TIME

Location: BURNABY, BC

BC Housing thanks all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted. This position is only open to those legally entitled to work in Canada.

THE ORGANIZATION

BC Housing is a provincial Crown Corporation that develops, manages and administers a wide range of subsidized housing options for those most in need across the province to address critical gaps across the housing continuum ranging from emergency shelter through to rent assistance in the private market and affordable home ownership.

Share in the rewards of working with an organization that offers challenging work and competitive compensation and supports the growth and development of its people.

Our mission is to provide access to safe, quality, accessible, and affordable housing options. We do this to promote strong, inclusive communities where people can thrive.

BC Housing offers competitive salaries and an excellent benefits package. But a job is more than a pay cheque. We also offer our staff the opportunity to work together to make a difference. When employees go home at the end of the day, they experience the satisfaction of knowing they've helped provide safe, affordable housing for British Columbians. And while they're here, employees can take advantage of many opportunities:

• In-house training, and training at other institutions, for courses related to employees' current positions or to prepare them for advancement within BC Housing.
• Wellness programs including physical fitness, programs to help employees quit smoking, free flu shots, mental health resources, and lunch-and-learn lectures and seminars.
• Recognition programs including long-term service awards, idea recognition and outstanding performance awards.
• Livegreen incentives include an employee transit pass program, and other initiatives that encourage alternative, sustainable transportation (even a bike purchase program!).
• An active Social Club that organizes special events like seasonal parties and arranges group discounts to other events.
• Participation in community and charitable events.

** Please note: Eligibility for benefits offered is based on employment status **

($53,757.49 - $60,889.00)

Position Summary

Reporting to the Supervisor, Purchasing Administration, the Purchasing Coordinator is responsible for retrieving and reviewing assigned Work Orders (WOs), processing Purchase Orders (POs), and related documentation to support operational activities across the commission. He/she/they ensures accuracy, compliance, execution, and timely processing of POs, WOs, and all related processes. The position also reviews and prepares Cancellation Orders (COs) in accordance with approved policies, responds to inquiries and provides effective operational and administrative support within assigned work area to various departments in BC Housing.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

The successful candidate will have the following:

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma and completion of post-secondary courses in Office, Business Administration, or other relevant discipline.
• Sound clerical experience in high-volume PO administration, and communication with diverse groups including external vendors, suppliers, and internal clients.
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience acceptable to the Employer.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Sound knowledge of procurement procedures.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite including Word and Excel and familiar with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems.
• Excellent data entry skills with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent customer service skills and the ability to resolve issues in a timely manner with a diverse group of people.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to understand procurement related documents and terminology and update related databases.
• Ability to take initiative, prioritize, multi-task, and process large volume of work in a fast-paced environment with a high degree of accuracy.
• Ability to show tact, diplomacy, confidentiality, and resolve conflicts in a team environment.

Indigenous candidates are welcome to connect with an Indigenous team member in our organization to discuss the recruitment process and our workplace, please contact [e-mail] to arrange a call.

At BC Housing, we're committed to providing a healthy, safe and inclusive workplace where respect and diversity are recognized assets. We invite and welcome applications from women, visible minorities, Indigenous People, People with Disabilities, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, and all people committed to meaningful work that makes a difference. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you require accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [e-mail].