Responsibilities

Reporting to the Purchasing & Stores Team Lead, the Purchaser will be assigned a purchasing portfolio that may include stock materials, service contracts, major equipment acquisitions and replacement parts for mill operations. The Purchaser is responsible for the receiving, warehousing, issuing and analysis of inventory for stores stock related materials required in the operation. This position entails all aspects of supplier sourcing, competitive bidding, negotiations, contract preparation, contract management and supply performance.

Qualifications

Supply Chain Management Qualified (SCMP) designation or equivalent would be considered an asset, or motivation to attain the designation through continued career development

3 years previous experience in a purchasing role at a junior or intermediate level,



or equivalent business experience would be considered an asset

Completion of a Post-Secondary Business Program would be considered an asset The ability to handle confidential information in an ethical and professional manner A self-starter with excellent organizational, interpersonal and time management skills The ability to meet tight deadlines while producing quality and consistent work

Solid communication skills - both verbal and written

Resourceful with sound analytical skills

Exceptional attention to detail and business acumen

Ability to use solid judgement and decision-making skills

Project management and leadership skills are strongly preferred

Proficient in Microsoft Office Programs

📌 Purchaser The Pas
🏢 Canadian Kraft Paper Industries
📍 The Pas