Horizon Recruitment Inc. is recruiting for a Procurement Specialist role to join a busy industrial manufacturing team based in Edmonton, AB. The Buyer will support the Manager, Procurement in the purchasing of a variety of materials required in the day to day manufacturing process. This is a great chance to get exposed to a very well-run organization with an enviable brand in Canada.
Responsibilities:
- Identifying sources of supply for goods & services
- Assisting senior procurement team members in preparing tenders and requests for proposal packages
- Meeting with vendors to discuss requirements and sourcing product information and specifications
- Following up and expediting purchase orders
- Review supplier quotes
- Resolving order discrepancies and where required, arranging for return of goods
- Negotiating pricing/shipping and other relevant terms of order
- Managing and updating vendor data in various systems
- Coordinating execution of legal documents
Requirements:
- 2+ of relevant purchasing experience in a high paced environment
- Fundamental purchasing knowledge, including contract information, negotiation
- Enrollment in, or completion of, a diploma and/or certificate program in supply chain management is an asset
- Experience with an ERP system (SAP considered a strong asset)
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to organize, schedule tasks and handle deadlines
- Strong multitasking skills
- Ability to take direction
**Only candidates eligible to work in Canada will be considered**
Horizon Recruitment Inc. is a specialized recruitment and search firm with two complimentary practice areas: Finance & Supply Chain.