Strategic Purchasing and Inventory Specialist

Bunzl Canada; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Bunzl Canada is seeking a Purchasing Agent to maintain vendor relationships and assist with inventory control to minimize obsolete materials. This role offers growth opportunities within Bunzl's multi-career framework and emphasizes valuing employees as a key asset.

The successful candidate will work with internal teams, analyze data to optimize inventory turns, and ensure inventory levels meet customer demands while supporting a collaborative branch environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 3+ years experience in purchasing or relevant business experience, preferably in a distribution environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Maintain current customer and vendor relationships.
• Assist with inventory control to reduce obsolete materials.
• Analyze data to optimize inventory turns and meet customer demands.
• Collaborate with internal departments within the branch.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Vendor management

Inventory control

Data analysis

Communication

Negotiation

Multi-tasking

Detail oriented

Problem solving

AS400

Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

AS400

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Job description

Bunzl Canada is seeking a Purchasing Agent to maintain vendor relationships and assist with inventory control to minimize obsolete materials. This role offers growth opportunities within Bunzl's multi-career framework and emphasizes valuing employees as a key asset.

The successful candidate will work with internal teams, analyze data to optimize inventory turns, and ensure inventory levels meet customer demands while supporting a collaborative branch environment.