Purchaser
Job in
Kamloops, BC, Canada
Listing for:
Thompson Rivers University
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-08-11
Job specializations:
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Administrative/Clerical
Business Administration
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Supply Chain/Logistics
Business Administration
Job Description & How to Apply Below
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Examines incoming electronic requisitions and PSA requisitions for sufficient scope and pricing information, proper financial coding, appropriate level of signing authority, and other supporting requirements.Contacts suppliers for competitive pricing and quotations on assigned commodities, does analyses and evaluates said quotations for the best value. Awards quote through PO issuance.Prepares and issues Request for Quotations (RFQ) or email quote for higher threshold purchase requirements.Conducts contract review (including terms, value, scope, termination, indemnity) based on user inquiries or as required for purchase order processing.Coordinates with Legal and Risk Management to obtain legal review and clarify indemnity and insurance requirements.Investigates and resolves supplier invoice discrepancies which are not in accordance with the terms and conditions of the purchase orders or PSA.Performs data entry of purchase orders into TRU’s Purchasing/inventory system; includes input of original orders, any revisions or changes required and year end closures.Coordinates with external suppliers and internal users to arrange delivery and resolve any issues with purchase orders.Arranges payment for purchases not possible with PO using department purchasing card and completes monthly reconciliation and chargeback.Compiles data such as listing of outstanding purchase orders and prepares relevant reports. Expedites all outstanding and backorder items from report data.Performs clerical functions including maintaining relevant files and records and preparing necessary reports and statistics.REPORTS TO
Associate Director, Supply Chain Management
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION:
- Grade 12 plus two-year post-secondary business-related diploma or equivalent, including coursework in supply chain management
EXPERIENCE:
- Two years’ related purchasing experience
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE OR ABILITIES RELATED TO THE JOB
- Ability to perform word processing at 45 wpm
- Customer service skills
- Working knowledge of basic accounting practices
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
- Ability to operate related equipment
- Knowledge of Microsoft programs including excel and word
- Familiarity with web-based applications
- Understanding of the basic functions of an enterprise resource system
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Sitting for long periods of time
- General office conditions
- Ability to lift weights up to 10 kg
- Travel required
The salary for the above position is determined by the Collective Agreement with the Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 4879, as it presently exists.
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