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Education: Bachelor's degree. Tasks: Purchase general and specialized equipment, materials or business services. Assess requirements of an establishment to develop specifications for equipment, materials and supplies to be purchased. Develop specifications for equipment, materials and supplies to be purchased. Negotiate offers from suppliers. Consult with suppliers. Review quotations. Determine contract terms and conditions. Award contracts to appropriate parties. Establish delivery schedules. Monitor progress of delivery schedules. Contact clients and suppliers to resolve problems. Organize…

  • On-site
  • Richmond, BC
  • Posted Aug 5, 2026
  • Apply by Aug 26, 2026
  • 1 position

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Education: Bachelor's degree. Tasks: Purchase general and specialized equipment, materials or business services. Assess requirements of an establishment to develop specifications for equipment, materials and supplies to be purchased. Develop specifications for equipment, materials and supplies to be purchased. Negotiate offers from suppliers. Consult with suppliers. Review quotations. Determine contract terms and conditions. Award contracts to appropriate parties. Establish delivery schedules. Monitor progress of delivery schedules. Contact clients and suppliers to resolve problems. Organize inventories using computerized inventory control systems. Maintain records on inventory control system. Enforce policies and procedures. Review requirements of establishment and determine quantity and type of merchandise to purchase. Negotiate price when purchasing or selling. Establish work priorities and ensure procedures are followed and deadlines are met. Computer and technology knowledge: Enterprise resource planning (ERP) software. MS Excel. MS Outlook. MS Windows. Accounting software. Area of work experience: Purchasing, procurement and contracts. Area of specialization: Industrial. Personal suitability: Efficient interpersonal skills. Excellent oral communication. Excellent written communication. Organized. Team player. Time management. Flexibility. Ability to multitask. Screening questions: Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?. Do you have experience working in this field?. Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?. Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?. Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years. Employment terms options: Day. Health benefits: Dental plan. Health care plan. Vision care benefits. Financial benefits: Pension plan. Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP). Other benefits: Other benefits.

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• Dental plan • Health care plan • Vision care benefits • Pension plan • Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) • Other benefits

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Minimum education
Bachelor’s degree
Apply by
Aug 26, 2026