Are you a master of organization with a passion for procurement? Do you thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where no two days look the same and are ever-changing? Are you an enthusiastic individual with a CAN-DO attitude and a willingness to learn? If so, we want YOU to join our team as a Purchasing Administrator!
Smith and Long is the fastest growing, large scale, multi trade company in the Canadian Market. We are uniquely positioned in the traditional fields of Electrical, Mechanical, and Engineering with an internal culture much like a software start-up company.
As our Purchasing Administrator, you will be the heartbeat of our procurement process, ensuring that all operations run smoothly and effectively. From sourcing the best suppliers to (eventually) negotiating contracts and managing inventory, you'll play a KEY role in keeping Smith and Long running like a well-oiled machine.
For this position, you will join the team at our Head Office in Markham, Ontario. This position is considered entry level with the opportunity to develop into a more advanced role (Purchasing Coordinator or Purchasing Manager) in the future.
As our dynamic Purchasing Administrator, you will be responsible for:
- Supporting the Operations team with purchasing requests
- Managing and organizing all documentation requirements
- Maintaining records of items ordered and received
- Preparing reports
- Communicating the status of requests and following up after order completion
- Assisting project teams with urgent matters
- Continuously reviewing current processes and making recommendations to improve
WHO YOU ARE:
- Someone with purchasing experience is not required; however, electrical knowledge is seen as a PLUS
- A recent graduate of a Supply Chain or Purchasing program
- A passionate individual who is interested in progressing in the field of procurement
- An individual with high analytical, thinking, planning, and organization skills that can prioritize and execute in a timely matter
- Strong attention to detail with an eye for accuracy
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- A friendly, interpersonal individual, especially when in contact with vendors and other employees
- Ability to follow up on issues when required
- A tech-savvy individual that is familiar with Outlook, Excel, and Word
WHAT WE OFFER:
- Competitive pay
- Opportunities for job rotation and career progression
- Extended health benefits, vision and dental care
- RRSP matching program
- Company events
- Discounted gym membership + phone plans
We thank you for expressing interest in this position; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted._ NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE!_
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Additional pay:
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking
- RRSP match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Markham, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Confirm your resume is uploaded as a PDF
Experience:
- Purchasing: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person