Title: Supply Chain Buyer
Reports to: Purchasing Supervisor
Location: Surrey - In Office
Shift: Mon – Fri
Hours: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

About CBS Parts Ltd.:

CBS Parts Ltd. is a leading supplier of first-fit and replacement components to the transportation and industrial sectors across British Columbia. With a central distribution warehouse in Surrey and six strategically located branches, we represent major aftermarket manufacturers of wheels, rims, axles, clutches, filters, and components for brakes, drivelines, suspension, exhaust, and lighting systems. As a growing and energetic company, we continuously adapt our product lines to meet evolving market demands and customer needs.

Position Overview:

The Supply Chain Buyer plays a key role in the day-to-day purchasing and inventory replenishment operations at CBS Parts. This position ensures accurate and timely procurement of goods for our distribution center and branch network, while maintaining strong supplier relationships and supporting internal teams.

Reporting to the Purchasing Manager and working closely with the Purchasing Supervisor, the Supply Chain Buyer is responsible for reviewing system-generated order suggestions, creating purchase orders, expediting shipments, and resolving issues related to inventory availability and supplier performance. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented buyer who enjoys high-volume execution, problem-solving, and working closely with suppliers and operations teams.

Key Responsibilities:

- Review and adjust system-generated order requisitions based on demand trends, branch overstock, and inventory model levels.
- Consolidate orders to meet supplier freight terms and optimize purchasing efficiency.
- Create and manage a high volume of Purchase Orders,



ensuring accuracy and compliance with supplier and carrier terms.
- Take ownership of critical inventory items by proactively expediting late or urgent shipments to prevent stockouts.
- Collaborate with suppliers and manufacturers to maintain strong working relationships.
- Work with Accounting to resolve pricing and invoice discrepancies.
- Coordinate with Warehouse staff to address receiving issues such as damage or shortages.
- Support inventory availability targets through timely ordering and proactive follow-up on open purchase orders.
- Perform additional purchasing-related administrative duties as required.

Qualifications, Experience, and Skills:

- 2+ years of hands-on purchasing or procurement experience (including creating purchase orders, supplier follow-up, and order tracking) required.
- Experience limited strictly to warehouse or inventory handling roles without direct purchasing responsibilities will not be considered.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for supplier and internal team collaboration.
- Intermediate proficiency in MS Windows, Word, and Excel (tables, functions, formulas, queries, VBA) is required.
- Basic typing proficiency (30+ WPM) is required to support high-volume data entry and order management.
- Experience with inventory management systems (e.g., Counterpoint)



is an asset; training provided.
- Knowledge of the trucking and transportation industry is an asset.
- Ability to work independently, anticipate needs, and manage multiple tasks in a demanding environment.

Work Environment:

This is a primarily administrative office role with regular coordination and communication with warehouse and branch staff in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. Physical warehouse duties are generally not required.

Compensation & Benefits:

- Competitive hourly rate based on relevant purchasing experience.
- Comprehensive benefits package, including a matching RRSP plan.
- Opportunities for growth and advancement within a stable and growing company.

To Apply:

If you have hands-on purchasing experience, are detail-oriented and organized, and are ready to contribute in a fast-paced environment, we’d love to hear from you. Please forward your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your purchasing experience.

Please note: Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Pay: $28.00-$30.00 per hour

Benefits:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Store discount
- Vision care

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Surrey, BC V4N 5L8: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

- Are you legally entitled to work in Canada on a permanent and unrestricted basis?
- Do you currently have a valid work permit or authorization to work in Canada, and if so, when does it expire?

Education:

- AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate (required)

Experience:

- Purchasing: 2 years (preferred)

Language:

- English (required)

Work Location: In person

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