Purchasing Agent - Dartmouth, Canada - Hercules SLR Inc.

Hercules SLR Inc.

Verified Company

Dartmouth, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

We are looking for a full-time
Purchase Agent to join our supply chain team in our Head Office, located in
Dartmouth, NS.

The purchase agent is responsible for product purchases required for HGC sales and service to customers; evaluating and approving vendors and authorizing purchase orders for these products and related materials and components.

We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package that includes**:

Full health and dental benefits
Health & Wellness Incentive
RRSP matching program
Personal & Professional Development Opportunities
Fun & engaging working environment
Free parking

Principle Responsibilities

Researches and evaluates suppliers/vendors based on price, quality, selection, service, support, availability, reliability, production and distribution capabilities as well as the supplier's reputation and history
Administers bidding process and contracts for vendor performance/compliance for securing product within budget, meeting quality and regulatory standards
Negotiates contracts and monitors progress, checking the quality of service provided
Contributes to meeting inventory turn targets and forecasting demand
Purchases the highest quality products/materials at the lowest possible price and in the correct amounts
Participates in the development of specifications for equipment, products or substitute materials
Maintains ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) vendor maintenance and purchase orders

Required knowledge and training

High school graduate plus college diploma or related certificate preferred

years in a purchasing role or related experience

Makes logical conclusions, anticipates obstacles, and considers different approaches to the decisionmaking process.
Strong computer skills, Microsoft Office Suite with an emphasis on Excel
Strong organizational and time management skills
Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

As an employer, we focus on continually enhancing the skills and capabilities of our employees and pride ourselves for building and improving upon our cultures of safety and dedicated customer service.