Purchasing supervisor

Kibbi Technologies Inc.; Delta; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Kibbi Technologies Inc. in Delta, BC is seeking a Purchasing and Logistics Specialist to manage procurement of equipment, materials, and services and to develop supplier specifications.

You will negotiate with suppliers, oversee delivery schedules, and supervise 1-2 staff while supporting newcomers and ensuring timely, cost-effective supply chain operations.

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement and supplier management is preferred.
• Knowledge of logistics and supply chain processes is desirable.
• Ability to develop equipment and materials specifications.

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
• Review quotations
• Determine contract terms and conditions
• Establish delivery schedules
• Monitor progress of delivery schedules
• Contact clients and suppliers to resolve problems
• Plan, organize and oversee operational logistics of the organization
• Provide customer service

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Time management

Independence

Attention to detail

Working under pressure

Deadline-driven

Education

College/CEGEP diploma or certificate (1–2 years)

Logistics, materials, and supply chain management

Equivalent experience

Job description

• Durée de l'emploi: Permanent
• Langue de travail: Anglais
• Heures de travail: 35 to 40 hours per week
• Education:
• Expérience:

EDUCATION

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
• Logistics, materials, and supply chain management
• or equivalent experience

WORK SETTING

• International level
• Trading

TASKS

• 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
• Review quotations
• Determine contract terms and conditions
• Establish delivery schedules
• Monitor progress of delivery schedules
• Contact clients and suppliers to resolve problems
• Plan, organize and oversee operational logistics of the organization
• Provide customer service

SUPERVISION

• 1 to 2 people

WORK CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL CAPABILITIES

• Ability to work independently
• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail

PERSONAL SUITABILITY

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent written communication
• Time management

EMPLOYMENT TERMS OPTIONS

• Early morning

EXPERIENCE

• 7 months to less than 1 year

EMPLOYMENT TERMS OPTIONS

• Evening
• Morning
• Day

SUPPORT FOR NEWCOMERS AND REFUGEES

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports newcomers and/or refugees
• Assists with immediate settlement needs of newcomers and/or refugees (for example: housing, transportation, storage, childcare, winter clothing, etc.)
• Supports social and labour market integration of newcomers and/or refugees (for example: facilitating access to community resources, language training, skills training, etc.)
• Recruits newcomers and/or refugees who were displaced by a conflict or a natural disaster (for example: Ukraine, Afghanistan, etc.)
• Supports newcomers and/or refugees with foreign credential recognition
• Offers mentorship programs that pair newcomers and/or refugees with experienced employees
• Provides diversity and cross-cultural trainings to create a welcoming work environment for newcomers and/or refugees

SUPPORT FOR YOUTHS

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports youth employment
• Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth
• Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth
• Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth

SUPPORT FOR INDIGENOUS PEOPLE

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports Indigenous people
• Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for Indigenous workers
• Develops and maintains relationships with indigenous communities, indigenous-owned businesses and organizations
• Provides cultural competency training and/or awareness training to all employees to create a welcoming work environment for Indigenous workers
• Facilitates access to Elders who can offer support and guidance to Indigenous workers