Purchaser - Edmonton, Canada - ALLMAR INC.

ALLMAR INC.

Verified Company

Edmonton, Canada

1 week ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Allmar Inc., is the leader in the architectural Door and Door Hardware industry.

With over 60 years' experience in the industry and branches in 12 Canadian cities, Allmar has built a reputation of integrity and superior customer service.

We are seeking a full time
Purchaser to join our
Edmonton Branch.

Job Summary:

A Purchaser will purchase hardware, wood doors, overhead doors, hollow metal doors and frames, and other materials for stock and/or projects, in accordance with the company best practices, policies and procedures.

Responsibilities:

Purchaser:

Duties but not limited to

Maintain up to date price lists from suppliers
Purchase product related to stock and for projects and outsource inbound freight, being mindful of company buying guidelines and inbound freight costs in an effort to achieve lowest cost
Proficient in knowledge and use of computer programs to create purchase orders, including but not limited to Navision
Ensure vendor quote numbers appear on purchase orders as required
Verify order acknowledgments to purchase orders
Follow up on discrepancies between purchase orders and vendor invoices
Stage product by itemizing packages in preparation for site delivery and recording the staging location in computer system
Possesses an extensive knowledge of products, including but not limited to hollow metal, hardware, wood doors and other products in order to suggest alternate products from inventory for projects

Inventory Control:

Duties but not limited to

Consult with suppliers and review quotations in consultation with branch manager, always striving to reduce product acquisition and carrying costs
Assess requirements of Allmar and develop specifications for products, materials and supplies to be purchased
Establish and maintain minimums and maximums for stock levels to meet Sales usage
Use control procedures to limit breakage, spoilage, and theft
Achieve maximum inventory turns with minimum goal not less than
Maintain stock locations to maximize order filling efficiency
Establish and maintain inventory control procedures to verify that each stock item's INV#, location, quantity, and shelf number is accurate and recorded in the inventory software system
Coordinate inventory cycle counts
Assist with the periodic inventory counts by inputting and compiling inventory counts
Establish delivery schedules, monitor progress and contact suppliers to resolve problems

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Hardware product knowledge and experience required
Strong negotiation skills
Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
Flexible and selfmotivated
Ability to work independently as well in team environment
Excellent organizational skills
Sound understanding of the hardware, door and building construction industry
Strong mathematical aptitude
Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Physical demands and work environment:

Lifting of supplies and materials up to 20 lbs.

Education and Experience Required:

Purchasing certificate or 35 years' related experience
Proficient computer skills in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
Extensive company training provided

General Organizational Requirements:

Always treat customers, suppliers and coworkers with dignity and respect
Willing to work overtime as required
Willing to perform other jobs as required by organizational demands
Must be able to work effectively in a teambased collaborative environment
Ability to work under mínimal supervision
Strong attention to detail
Willing to travel as required
Work safely and responsibly to ensure a healthy and safe work environment
Presenting and performing to the highest quality standards
Must maintain confidentiality of all written and oral communication as applicable
Always represent the Company with integrity in an ethical and legal manner
We thank all interested applicants, however, only those under consideration will be contacted._

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