purchasing supervisor

Suntea Brentwood; Calgary; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic employer in Calgary is looking for a full-time purchasing agent to manage procurement tasks and oversee logistics operations. Candidates should have 2 to 3 years of experience, with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. This position requires frequent international travel and offers a salary range of $40.00 to $45.00 hourly, negotiable based on experience. The deadline for applications is December 29, 2025.

Qualifications

• 2 to less than 3 years of experience required.
• Willing to travel internationally.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Purchase general and specialized equipment and materials.
• Develop specifications for purchases.
• Negotiate offers from suppliers.
• Supervise 1 to 2 staff members.
• Plan and oversee operational logistics.

Skills

Client focus

Efficient interpersonal skills

Organized

Team player

Time management

Flexibility

Ability to multitask

Chinese

Education

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Job description

Posted on December 08, 2025 by Employer details Suntea Brentwood

Job details

• Work location On the road
• Salary 40.00 to 45.00 hourly (To be negotiated) / 40 hours per week
• Terms of employment Permanent employment Full time
• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

On the road

Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.

• Chinese

Work setting

• Willing to relocate
• International level

Responsibilities

• Purchase general and specialized equipment, materials or business services
• Assess requirements of an establishment to develop specifications for equipment, materials and supplies to be purchased
• Develop specifications for equipment, materials and supplies to be purchased
• Negotiate offers from suppliers
• Consult with suppliers
• Hire, train and supervise staff
• Determine contract terms and conditions
• Establish delivery schedules
• Monitor progress of delivery schedulesContact clients and suppliers to resolve problems
• Plan, organize and oversee operational logistics of the organization
• Provide customer service
• Internal audit

Supervision

• 1 to 2 people

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

• Willing to travel internationally

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Ability to work independently
• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Organized
• Team player
• Time management
• Flexibility
• Ability to multitask
• Bonus

Who can apply for this job?

The employer accepts applications from:

• Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary residents of Canada
• other candidates, with or without a valid Canadian work permit

Advertised until

2025-12-29

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