Jr. Purchasing Agent, Edmonton

WHAT WE DO: JATEC is an established Edmonton-based company that has been connecting communities for over 40 years. We have expertise in the installation of street lighting, highway sign infrastructure, fiber optics, and underground utilities for residential development.

JOB SUMMARY: Reporting to the Purchasing Manager, this role provides clerical and administrative support to assist the purchasing department in achieving its objectives. The incumbent must have a fundamental knowledge of procurement, strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a customer-focused approach.

WHAT WE OFFER TO YOU:

Industry competitive wages.

100% Employer Paid Extended Health Benefits and Employee Assistance Program.

Group Retirement Savings Plan.

Advancement and learning opportunities.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Creating and processing purchase orders through our ERP system.

Maintaining and processing receiving documents.

Assist accounts payable with investigation and correction of invoice discrepancies.

Maintain all files and spreadsheets related to the purchasing department.

Process, confirm, and track all purchase orders to ensure timely delivery.

Generate and distribute reports, expedite orders, arrange shipping, prepare files for costing.

Attend and participate in meetings, take meeting minutes, and coordinate agendas.

Provide clerical and administrative support on other projects as required.

Create professional rapport with all external customers and public to facilitate JATEC image.

Support other members of the Purchasing Team to meet deadlines and assist with workload (invoices, issue resolution and troubleshooting, build understanding and capabilities in procurement processes).

Ordering aggregates and fillcrete/concrete utilizing subcontractors.

Meet established goals based on JATEC’s vision, purpose, values and business plan.

Learn and evolve position to support growth of company.

SKILLS&QUALIFICATIONS:

Post‑secondary education in procurement and/or office administration supplemented by at least 1 year of professional work experience within an office.

Exposure to the construction / electrical industry is an asset.

Existing knowledge of pipe, cable/wire, small tools, heavy equipment or logistics is an asset.

Knowledge of purchasing principles, techniques, practices, and ethics.

Maintain confidentiality, professionalism, and use discretion with sensitive information.

Proven ability to work under pressure, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines for normal functions and special assignments.

Excellent keyboarding, data entry and computer skills.

Proficiency using MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Word).

Ability to work effectively within a team environment.

Ability to build positive working relationships with internal and external clients.

Attention to detail and accuracy.

Excellent communicator– both written and verbal.

Self‑motivated / self‑starter.

Excellent time management skills.

Analytical and results‑driven attitude.

Flexibility to work additional hours if needed.

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