Purchasing Manager

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This role oversees branch inventory and supply planning, driving performance, managing supplier relationships, and leading a team to support overall business goals.

• Establishes, tracks, and communicates branch targets related to inventory and service performance
• Monitors level of supplier service and maintains working relationships with suppliers and their representatives
• Assists in root cause analysis for supply chain issues/variances to implement corrective/preventative action plans to avoid reoccurrence
• Works proactively with purchasing and sales teams to monitor and reduce underperforming inventory
• Assesses purchasing options and completes purchase approvals
• Establishes goals and strategies for improved forecast performance for the branch and works directly with the Forecaster and Sales team to review performance and opportunities for improvement
• Develops, mentors and trains purchasing personnel including a team of Supply Planners, Forecaster and Inventory Coordinator
• Works closely with other department managers to meet and exceed branch goals
• Hires, promotes, changes responsibilities of, evaluates and recommends salary increases for staff directly supervised

• University degree or specialized certification (PMAC, APICS, or related work experience)
• Ability to analyze alternatives, use judgment and initiative in managing inventory
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Experienced with ERP – MRP systems
• Must be highly organized
• Minimum 2 years of management experience required

Univar Solutions Canada Ltd
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Edmonton, AB T5V 1H3

The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location.

• Strong work/life flexibility
• To be surrounded by an inclusive team who is collaborative and committed to the achievement of the company
• To be rewarded for your contributions with a targeted annual company bonus (if applicable to your role) and annual salary reviews
• Competitive pay and benefits

Univar Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on their race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected classification. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the hiring process, please contact us at