Horizon Recruitment Inc. is seeking a Purchasing Manager to join our client's BC operations. The Purchasing Manager will manage the purchasing and logistics functions for a growing manufacturing operation.
Responsibilities include:
- Lead the purchasing function and develop vendor relationships
- Ensure best possible pricing while maintaining service and material quality
- Monitor and maintain inventory levels
- Ensure parts and materials arrive on schedule for project builds
- Build positive relationships with both internal and external customers
- Develop and manage vendor KPI's
- Manage Supplier relationships and occasionally participate in broader discussions with key strategic suppliers.
- Ensure all purchasing activities support and strengthen the strategic objectives of the overall organization
Qualifications:
- Post-Secondary Degree required
- Experience in a heavy industrial setting
- Strong vendor negotiation and contract management experience
- Minimum of 5 years of supply chain experience
- Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of changing situations
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools & ERP Systems
- Strong Excel skills
- Excellent organization, time management, and follow-up skills
**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