Purchasing Coordinator - Industrial Equipment​/Parts

Position

Purchasing Coordinator – Industrial Equipment and Parts

Edmonton, Alberta – Permanent, Full‑time (Monday – Friday)

$25.00–30.00 per hour

The Purchasing Coordinator will source and purchase a variety of industrial parts and equipment, manage inventory levels, and negotiate long‑term contracts. The role involves close collaboration with the shop manager, sales team, and logistics providers to ensure timely and cost‑effective procurement.

• Create and manage purchase orders (POs).
• Follow up on POs, evaluate vendor performance, and report on receipt/delivery timeliness.
• Support procurement and quoting requests, including negotiations.
• Act as liaison between procurement, planning, operations, finance, and external vendors.
• Maintain clear communication to facilitate timely updates and issue resolution.
• Assist in implementing tools and systems to improve visibility, reporting, and decision‑making.
• Coordinate with logistics providers to ensure cost‑effective delivery.
• Identify and implement process improvements in logistics and fulfillment.
• Monitor and forecast inventory requirements to maintain adequate stock levels.
• Manage vendor non‑conformances and track resolution progress.
• Anticipate supply chain disruptions and develop contingency plans with the Manager.
• Generate weekly backorder reports and other purchasing reports as required.
• Collaborate with the Manager to select and evaluate prospective vendors.

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in administration, logistics, supply chain, or a related field (required).
• 2–3+ years of experience in purchasing and inventory management with industrial equipment (required).
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
• Proficiency in SAP B1, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, and Outlook.
• A thorough understanding of sourcing methodologies.
• Ability to work cross‑functionally and manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Negotiation skills to negotiate price points, volume discounts, and vendor offerings.

• Experience sourcing pumps and related equipment is an asset.
• Demonstrated ability to handle international freight.
• Strong computer skills and experience with an ERP or material/inventory management system.
• Capability to monitor inventory levels, adjust min/max points, and oversee physical inventory counts.

Helen – Senior Recruiter
Guardian Personnel Company (Recruitment Agency)
Phone:  – Ext
702

Position starts immediately. Please apply directly to the contact above.