Buyer I

Can-Am Geomatics Corp.; Claremont (NH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in infrastructure is seeking a Purchasing Agent responsible for optimizing procurement processes. The role involves supplier management, administrative support, and ensuring compliance with purchasing policies. Ideal candidates will have strong analytical and communication skills, along with a college degree or equivalent experience. This position offers competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for advancement within a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Benefits Package

Training Opportunities

Advancement Opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of college degree or equivalent experience in business related activities.
• Experience in dispatching (shipping and receiving).
• Excellent communications skills, both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Review purchase requisitions for proper authorization.
• Identify potential suppliers and issue requests for quotations.
• Track cost versus PO, approve invoices for payment.

Skills

Integrity

Analytical Skills

Communication

Education

College Degree

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Google Workspace

Job description

Responsible for purchasing materials, parts, supplies, and equipment following established purchasing policies and procedures and optimize price, delivery and terms. The incumbent does not become involved in the development of specifications and is primarily buying off-the-shelf items. Provide administrative support for the functional areas in traffic. Answer phones and direct callers accordingly. Function as a direct point of contact for customers, drivers, contract carriers and division employees in various departments.

Essential Functions

• Review purchase requisitions for proper authorization
• Identify potential suppliers and issue requests for quotations
• Analyze and select suppliers, issue purchase orders in SAP by Design; follow up and expedite as necessary
• Process requests for service on equipment
• Work closely with Accounts Payable with pricing issues, i.e.: over billing and credits
• Create and maintain filing systems affecting all areas of shipping, including DOT Regs and contracts
• Assist the department manager with the methods and procedures for transport of raw materials and finished product to the customers
• Communicate with shipping locations outlining the specific compliance instructions
• As requested by the supervisor, may be required to deliver small loads or make pick-ups at local vendors
• Perform day-to-day filing and some dispatch functions for the shipping office
• Maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating effectively with customers, co-workers, clients and supervisors
• Track cost versus PO, approve invoices for payment
• Perform other job duties as assigned by the supervisor

Company Description

Canam Bridges designs, manufactures and installs steel bridges for major infrastructure contractors across North America. Canam Bridges is a member of Canam Group, which has over 5,100 employees and operates 22 plants in North America, as well as engineering offices in Canada, Romania, India and the Philippines.

Qualifications

• Minimum of college degree or equivalent experience in business related activities
• Must possess a high degree of integrity and the ability to analyze a variety of problems resulting from the diversified nature of items purchased
• Require mature judgment and initiative and the ability to interface well with other internal departments and with outside suppliers
• Experience in dispatching (shipping and receiving)
• PC skills including MS Word and MS Excel minimum or Google Workspace Docs and Sheets
• Experience with inventory, shipping, receiving and production software preferred
• Excellent communications skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to interact with all levels of the organization

Additional Information

Work Environment
General office and production environment. Daily exposure to computer displays and shop environments.

This is a safety-sensitive position
A safety-sensitive position has been defined as one where the employee’s responsibilities impact the health and safety of themselves, coworkers and/or the public (in this case the end-user of our product).All production and production support positions fall into this category.

Remuneration
We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, as well as excellent opportunities for training and advancement.

Canamis an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

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