Job Description

JOB OVERVIEW:

The Building Materials Purchaser is committed to achieving Fraser Valley Building Supplies' (FVBS) inventory turns and margin goals through efficient and effective purchasing. Key accountabilities include but are not limited to: inventory performance, margin, in stock position and on hand accuracy of key building material categories. The Building Materials Purchaser achieves these objectives daily through purchasing, involvement and interaction with leadership team, employees, vendors, and customers.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Ensure in stock position on key building material categories for the designated region Work with stakeholders to supply regular and speical order building materials for customers Build and maintain heatlhy vendor relationships to ensure priority service Promote shrink awareness and work to identify potential sources of inventory loss; implementing corrective measures Determine best sourcing options based on pricing and availablility options Manage inventory budget goals through effective purchasing Develop strategy to reduce obsolete inventory and reduce impact on business Develop action plans to improve margin and turns and decrease shrink and stock outs Use inventory analytics and to guide the efficiency of procurement Foster a culture of solutions where team members demonstrate FVBS Service Standards with both internal and external customers Ensure the health and safety of all employees by consistently following safe work practices, obtaining proper training, certification and using PPE whenever necessary Report unsafe work practices or conditions immediately

QUALIFICATIONS:

Previous experience in inventory purchasing is considered an asset Knowledge of the building industry is considered an asset Mature, responsible and demonstrates a willingness to learn Ability to use a computer and programs such as Outlook, Excel and Eagle Software Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Superior time management and highly organized Ability to work unsupervised and self manage time Team player * Analytical, curious, and driven