Purchasing Specialist (Edmonton)

Responsibilities - Build and maintain connections with vendors, looking for and assessing new ones when needed; - Stay in close contact with suppliers to negotiate agreements that are affordable and guarantee a consistent supply of in-demand goods. - Build and develop the sourcing strategy, identify possible suppliers, generate related reports, negotiate terms and conditions of the contract, and finish all project/procurement paperwork - Collaborate with various departments to enable the delivery of solutions that support the company's goals and priorities - Work together with both internal and external partners to successfully handle supply agreement handoffs in order to guarantee the project's success as a whole - Apply project management and prioritization techniques to efficiently plan tasks and reliably complete related initiatives - Utilize tools linked to procurement to carry out duties - Manage stakeholder communication, requisitions, Q&A; documentation/distribution, evaluation, reference calls, inventory operations and vendor briefings - Track and manage purchase orders, delivery schedules for pickups and deliveries, and system reconciliation - Utilize and manage the Fenestration system to anticipate product demands, manage purchase orders, and monitor inventory levels. Skills & Requirements - Minimum 2-5 years of relevant experience in procurement/inventory management, strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, contract drafting, competitive price analysis, and supplier performance management or a similar role - Proven ability to work with minimal supervision, possesses self-starter qualities to work independently as well as collaboratively - Manage to work under pressure and with time sensitive deadlines - Proficient in using systems for inventory and procurement management along with MS Office applications - Ability to prioritize several concurrent tasks in a fast-paced environment - Strong project management skills with ability to organize, control and coordinate a variety of activities - Exceptional negotiation and relationship management skills - Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying current with industry trends What We Offer: - A dynamic work environment where you can truly make a difference - The prospect to work with a dedicated team that values innovation and quality - Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package - Opportunities for professional growth and advancement Benefits: - Dental care - Extended health care fully paid by the company - RRSP match - Gym corporation membership discounts - On-site parking Behaviors Required - Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well - Loyal: Shows firm and constant support to a cause - Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest - Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity Motivations Required - Entrepreneurial Spirit: Inspired to perform well by an ability to drive new ventures within the business - Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.ca/job/2p0as9