Buyer, Business

Job Category: Admin

Job Type: Full Time

Job Location: AB Calgary

Wesbell is seeking a buyer. The candidate will be responsible for the purchasing of material required for our fabrication operations.

• Issue and follow up on purchase orders, update delivery and pricing
• Establish and maintain a working environment and partnerships with vendors
• Ensure timely acquisitions of products and/ or services
• Resolve issues in the areas of requisition accuracy and completeness, on-time delivery or supplier payment terms and conditions
• Work with Project Managers and understand their requirements.
• Manage and update data in the ERP system, including but not limited to, price and lead time.
• Placing of purchase orders to vendors, working out the accurate delivery dates and updating the ERP system
• Request quotes from established vendors and creates professional, business relationships with them
• Expedite orders when required
• Work with accounts payable team to resolve invoicing issues
• Comply with purchasing policies and procedures
• Participate in supply chain functions that may involve helping in counting inventory, receiving materials and assisting in organizing and coordinating between purchasing and shipping/receiving functions
• Ensure on-time delivery and supply for manufacturing
• Any other tasks assigned by management

• A post-secondary business certificate or diploma in Supply Chain is preferred

• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office and computer skills
• Must have at least 1 year of prior experience and be proficient using Microsoft Business Central
• Possess superior customer service and negotiation skills.
• Knowledge of basic Steel Fabrication material would be an asset
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, problem-solving ability, time management skills and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of MRP and inventory practices and processes would be an asset.

Wesbell welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.