Job Description

The purchasing assistant is responsible for the negotiation and procurement of products and services required. The purchasing assistant will work closely with staff to support the development of detailed procurement requirements and will be responsible for supplier selection and the placement of purchase orders in accordance with Procurement Procedures.. Responsibilities :
* Research and identify potential suppliers capable of supplying materials and/or services required for demand.
* Lead the sourcing, bid evaluation, selection, procurement and delivery of materials and services required in support of operations
* Lead the bid evaluation, selection, negotiation and execution of purchase orders. Ensure that purchase order terms and conditions incorporate technical, schedule and quality and terms and conditions; including flow down of the terms and conditions of the Main Civil Works Contract as and when required.
* Act as liaison between Suppliers and the company in respect to materials and services requirements to ensure that requirements, schedules and cost targets are fully achieved.
* Perform evaluations of potential suppliers including researching historical performance and financial strength and validate supplier references through contact with previous customers.
* Ensure that purchase orders are approved in accordance with policies and execute the purchase orders in an accurate and timely manner.
* Expedite suppliers as required to ensure on-time delivery of material and completion of services. Require Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Open minded, always ready to source for alternatives
• Able to analyze procurement data to aid important business decision-making.
• Strong procurement skill set/knowledge of competitive bid processes.
• Experience working from bills of quantities in a construction environment.
• Previous experience is the acquisition of building materials.
• Strong customer service focus and interpersonal skills.
• Proven track record of working with procurement software systems would be an asset.
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
• Strong organizational skills.

Experience/Qualifications:
A minimum of 2-3 years of sourcing, negotiation and execution of various types of purchase agreements as part of a Procurement organization in a construction environment. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Salary: $17.00-$25.00 per hour Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Vision care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

COVID-19 considerations:
Personal protective equipment provided or required
Social distancing guidelines in place
Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place Application question(s):

• How long have you been in Canada?

Experience:

• Purchasing: 1 year (preferred)

Language:

• Mandarin/Cantonese (preferred)

Work Location: One location