Job Description

Our growing St. Catharine's client who is a leader in electrical distribution is looking for a Buyer to join their team. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3-5 years related experience and will be responsible for the following:



The Buyer will procure items for various departments and teams and liaise with suppliers to negotiate

prices, considering multiple factors before placing orders. The Buyer will also ensure that material

supply is uninterrupted through inventory control, ordering procedures and maintaining delivery

schedule(s). The Buyer will also create and track orders, complete records, count material/items and

enter data.

DUTIES

▪ Analyze market trends and apply knowledge gained to make an insightful buying decision(s)

▪ Assess the quality of stock received and escalate any discrepancies to suppliers and management

▪ Execute cycle count program and other inventory management programs

▪ Work closely with others in the procurement function and review opportunities for continuous and

business improvement

▪ Enter data on various software/programs/databases, including inventory data

▪ Stay current on delivery schedule(s) and communicate any updates

▪ Maintain records, calculate, reconcile, track purchase and supply orders, stay current with delivery

schedules, actively follow-up on backorders

▪ Assemble and pack/store goods and products for distribution and use

▪ Maintain, clean, organize the warehouse and assist with storage control

▪ Perform other duties as assigned

EDUCATION

▪ College diploma required, bachelor's degree is preferred majoring in business administration is a

definite asset and/or equivalent specific industry-related work experience

EXPERIENCE and SKILLS

▪ At least three years of buying experience is required, electrical product and pairing knowledge is a

definite asset/advantage

▪ Prior data entry work experience is a definite advantage

▪ Possess well-developed analytical, decision and critical thinking skills and is detail oriented

▪ Able to problem solve, work independently and meet deadlines by managing work volume, tasks

and time efficiently and is flexible in work approach

▪ Proficient computer skills using Microsoft Suite and Google and its interface and the ability to pick software up quickly.



Salary 53K-60K



If you are interested in this fantastic opportunity then please email your resume directly to [email protected] asap.