Construction Purchaser Support Specialist

Universal Realty Group is a leading property management company in Halifax, known for quality apartments in great locations, top-tier commercial leasing services and the landmark Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites. We are currently seeking a qualified Purchaser to join our team. Universal Realty Group fosters a vibrant workplace culture that thrives on teamwork, employee growth, and supportive management. We take great pride in providing exceptional opportunities for career growth at every level within our organization are committed to hiring ambitious and dedicated candidates who are eager to grow with us. The Purchasing Manager is responsible for controlling costs, negotiating contracts, contract management, building supplier relationships for the requirements and specification of parts/materials required for our properties. WE OFFER Dental care Vision care Extended health care Paid time off Wellness program On-site parking Employee events And more! RESPONSIBILITIES Request for quote (RFQ) activities; Create RFQs, send to suppliers for pricing, compare returned RFQs from different suppliers Report weekly in team meetings and discuss daily in team huddles Negotiating; negotiate with suppliers to get lower pricing and improved service Building supplier relationships Project management: take lead on projects as assigned by manager, provide purchasing support Negotiating maintenance contracts for the buildings and hotel Must be able to understand the required specifications from the customers, review drawings (internal and external) Preparing contracts for vendors (Currently using the Yardi system) General purchasing when needed QUALIFICATIONS Post-secondary education in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or relevant career experience. 3-5 years experience in procurement and material management. Proficiency in MS Office Suite, particularly Word and Excel; Yardi Systems Software is an asset. Proven negotiation skills and ability to maintain long-term supplier relationships. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail. Commitment to continuous learning and staying updated on market trends. Universal Realty Group recognizes our employees as essential to our success and value diverse skills. From frontline staff to management, we offer excellent opportunities for career growth, as well as employer-provided medical benefits and other incentives. We are looking for new talent to join our dynamic team that is setting the standard of excellence in the property management field.

The Purchasing Manager is responsible for controlling costs, negotiating contracts, and managing supplier relationships for materials required for properties. This includes creating RFQs, negotiating maintenance contracts, and providing purchasing support for assigned projects.

Candidates should have post-secondary education in Supply Chain Management or Business Administration, along with 3-5 years of experience in procurement and material management. Proficiency in MS Office and negotiation skills are essential, along with a commitment to continuous learning.

• Dental Care • Vision Care • Extended Health Care • Paid Time Off • Wellness Program • On-Site Parking • Employee Events

• Project managementPreferred

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Supply Chain Management
• Business Administration
• Procurement
• Material Management
• Negotiation
• Supplier Relationships
• Project Management
• Analytical Skills
• Attention to Detail
• Continuous Learning
• Yardi Systems Software
• MS Office Suite
• Contract Management
• General Purchasing

• Construction
• Hospitality
• Management & Leadership
• Sales
• Logistics

Minimum education

Master’s degree

Minimum experience

2+ years

Apply by

Aug 9, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Mid-Senior level

Application method

Direct apply is available