Job Title: Purchasing Officer
About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced Purchasing Officer to join our team. As a key member of our organization, you will be responsible for the purchase of inventory and direct charge material and services, expediting overdue orders, vendor analysis, and maintaining up-to-date records.
Key Responsibilities:
* Purchasing Operations:
o Perform purchases for all areas of the business, including operations and corporate.
o Maintain asset management of direct charge and inventory items, including associated parts for heavy and light equipment, consumables, small tools, service subcontractors, minor equipment rentals, and services within service level definitions.
* Record Keeping and Communication:
o Maintain up-to-date records of insurance and other documents for contractors.
o Effectively communicate and interface with all areas of business and deliver a high standard of internal customer service.
* Process Management and Improvement:
o Manage process changes, analysis of issues, investigation, and issue resolution, and provide direction for improvements.
o Liaise with suppliers and business unit representatives to ensure goods and services meet quality standards and time requirements.
* Supplier Performance and Analysis:
o Assist in developing, measuring, and monitoring supplier performance.
o Investigate and resolve any issues with purchase order commitments, supplier invoices, and vendor set up and changes.
* Vendor and Cost Analysis:
o Perform vendor and cost analysis by requesting and evaluating quotes for direct charge material and services.
Requirements:
* Education and Experience:
o Post-secondary education or equivalent experience relating to procurement.
o Minimum 3 years of experience in inventory and/or parts purchasing/management in a similar discipline.
* Skills and Qualifications:
o Minimum 2 years of experience with ERP systems focused on Inventory and Procurement modules.
o Industrial construction and/or mining experience with a focus on heavy equipment maintenance.
o Experience and knowledge of parts related to heavy equipment maintenance.
o Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Visio, PowerPoint).
What We Offer:
If you are an experienced Purchasing Officer looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply. We offer a dynamic work environment, competitive compensation, and opportunities for growth and development.
Apart from this job description, only those with relevant experience and qualifications will be considered.