Procurement Assistant - Temporary

Company

Finning Canada

The Procurement Assistant provides administrative support to the Director, Procurement and Supplier Management and the Procurement and Supplier Management department to facilitate departmental functions.

Type:
Temporary (Fixed Term), Full–time for approximately two years. Pay: $25–$30 per hour, actual wages based on experience.

• Support End-to-End Procurement and Inventory Management Function (40%) – PO and invoice cleanup, data reconciliation, discrepancy resolution, accurate record maintenance, cost‑saving identification.
• Buying (30%) – Procure goods/services from preferred suppliers to meet customer demand and business needs (Indirect and Direct spend); review open purchase orders; support Strategic Buyers with day‑to‑day functions; provide back‑up support during vacation or high‑volume periods.
• Inventory Management (30%) – Monitor stock, maintain records and parts tracking/order systems; collaborate with Inventory Planner and assist in inventory processes; handle non‑Cat inventory returns and cleanup.

• 1–2 years of experience in purchasing or production environment (or equivalent).
• 1–2 years of experience with Ariba, Sage, DBS, Lawson, or equivalent ERP system.
• Proficient in MS Office applications.
• Strong work ethic and attention to detail.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.

At Finning, we prioritize creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We are an equal‑opportunity employer and do not discriminate against applicants based on gender identity, race, national and ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital and family status, and/or mental or physical disabilities. Finning is committed to providing reasonable accommodations or adjustments to individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodation or adjustment at any point during the recruitment process, please inform your recruiter.