Active Scale Manufacturing Inc. is hiring
Purchasing Agent with LMIA

Languages

• English

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Experience

• 2 years to less than 3 years

On site

• Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

• Manufacture

Tasks

• Purchase general and specialized equipment, materials or business services
• Assess requirements of an establishment to develop specifications for equipment, materials and supplies to be purchased
• Negotiate offers from suppliers
• Consult with suppliers
• Review quotations
• Determine contract terms and conditions
• Award contracts to appropriate parties
• Monitor progress of delivery schedules
• Contact clients and suppliers to resolve problems
• Internal audit
• Prepare purchase orders
• Order supplies and maintain inventory
• Establish and maintain contact with suppliers
• Charge or forward invoices to appropriate accounts
• Follow-up on issues with work orders
• Verify receipts and packing slips
• Assist with record management

Computer and technology knowledge

• Enterprise resource planning (ERP) software
• MS Office
• MS Excel
• MS Outlook
• MS PowerPoint

Area of specialization

• Industrial
• Scales

Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence
• Own vehicle
• Public transportation is not available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Ability to work independently
• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Organized
• Team player
• Time management
• Flexibility
• Ability to multitask

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits

Other benefits

• Free parking available