Strategic Purchasing Manager – Inventory & Suppliers

lordco; Port Coquitlam; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

RRSP Matching

Education and Savings Plans

Wellness Program

Job summary

Lordco Auto Parts is seeking a strategic Purchasing Manager to oversee purchasing activities, supplier relationships, and inventory investments to support growth and profitability. You will negotiate terms, monitor performance, and collaborate across departments to optimize stock levels and procurement strategies.

The role requires strong analytical, leadership, and communication skills, with experience in ERP systems, Excel, and forecasting.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with ERP systems and purchasing processes.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency.
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities.
• Strong leadership and cross-department collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Oversee purchasing activities and inventory replenishment.
• Build and maintain supplier partnerships; negotiate pricing and purchasing agreements.
• Monitor supplier performance and identify improvement opportunities.
• Collaborate with Inventory Control to optimize stock levels and forecasting.
• Lead purchasing initiatives and support continuous improvement efforts.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Problem solving

Leadership

Communication

Tools

ERP systems

Power BI

Job description

Lordco Auto Parts is seeking a strategic Purchasing Manager to oversee purchasing activities, supplier relationships, and inventory investments to support growth and profitability. You will negotiate terms, monitor performance, and collaborate across departments to optimize stock levels and procurement strategies.

The role requires strong analytical, leadership, and communication skills, with experience in ERP systems, Excel, and forecasting.