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Purchaser

  • Education: College/CEGEP
  • Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years
  • or equivalent experience

Tasks

  • Assess requirements of an establishment to 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
  • Plan, organize and oversee operational logistics of the organization
  • Obtain and process information required to provide customer service
  • Estimate costs

Computer and technology knowledge

  • MS Office
  • MS Excel
  • MS Outlook
  • MS PowerPoint
  • MS Windows

Security and safety

  • Criminal record check

Transportation/travel information

  • Valid driver's licence
  • Own transportation

Work conditions and physical capabilities

  • Ability to work independently
  • Work under pressure
  • Attention to detail

Personal suitability

  • Excellent written communication

Screening questions

  • Do you have experience working in this field?
  • Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?

Health benefits

  • Dental plan
  • Health care plan
  • Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

  • Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Other benefits

  • Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP)
  • Free parking available
  • Parking available
  • Work Term: Permanent
  • Work Language: English
  • Hours: 40 hours per week