Purchasing Agent

Job summary

The role involves purchasing general and specialized equipment and materials while developing specifications and negotiating with suppliers. Additionally, the agent is responsible for overseeing operational logistics and supervising a team of 5-10 people.

Job details

Overview Languages English Education College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 year Experience Experience an asset On site Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely. Responsibilities 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 Hire, train and supervise staff 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 Plan, organize and oversee operational logistics of the organization Provide customer service Internal audit Supervision 5-10 people Experience and specialization Computer and technology knowledge MS Word MS Office MS Excel MS Outlook Additional information Work conditions and physical capabilities Ability to work independently Fast-paced environment Work under pressure Tight deadlines Attention to detail Large caseload Personal suitability Client focus Efficient interpersonal skills Excellent oral communication Excellent written communication Organized Team player Time management Flexibility Ability to multitask

What you’ll do

The role involves purchasing general and specialized equipment and materials while developing specifications and negotiating with suppliers. Additionally, the agent is responsible for overseeing operational logistics and supervising a team of 5-10 people.

Requirements

Candidates should have a non-university certificate or diploma from a program lasting 3 months to 1 year. While experience is considered an asset, the role requires proficiency in MS Office and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Customer service · Preferred
• written communication · Preferred
• MS-Office · Preferred
• Negotiation · Preferred
• Logistics · Preferred
• Multitasking · Preferred
• supplier relations · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Purchasing
• Negotiation
• Contract Management
• Logistics
• Supplier Relations
• Staff Supervision
• Internal Audit
• Customer Service
• MS Word
• MS Excel
• MS Office
• MS Outlook
• Time Management
• Multitasking
• Oral Communication
• Written Communication

Job areas

• Logistics
• Transportation
• Management & Leadership
• Administrative