Company Description

Building Better. MODUS Structures Inc. is an experienced off-site design, manufacturing, and construction company, based in Crossfield, Alberta. Established in 2004, MODUS has successfully provided innovative and cost-effective building solutions to the educational, commercial, residential, industrial, and institutional sectors.

Operating two manufacturing facilities totaling 200,000 sq. ft. of insulated and heated workspace, the MODUS team works to design, manufacture, and deliver building projects faster than traditional site-built methods. Position overview

This role reports to the Director of Procurement and Supply Chain and works as part of a team of buyers. Responsibilities:

Source the best quality building materials

Negotiate contracts with vendors; establish recent and ongoing relationships with suppliers

Plan and implement a logistical strategy to meet targets

Assisting with logistics, inventory maintenance, shipping, material handling and returns of products

Contribute to purchasing strategy, policy and procedures, and make draft recommendations to the Manager.

Purchase with the understanding of market trends with respect to building commodities and consumables ensuring that our costing is competitive for the customers that we serve

Identifying cost reduction opportunities and conducting market validations of current arrangements by obtaining competitive quotes with negotiation

Maintain detailed records

Ensure sound purchasing policies, procedures and strategies are followed and consistent with those employed within the company





Improving the supply chain performance and seek out any innovations that could be made to improve the process, costs and quality deliverables

Develop and maintain purchasing schedules, ensuring material is ordered and received in coordination with the overall project schedules

Strong relationship builder internally and externally

Ability to foster win-win relationships

Manage and minimize risks that may affect or disrupt the supply chain

Foster continuous improvement/KAIZEN initiatives internally and with key vendors to reduce cost

Optimize working capital levels by ensuring the right inventory at the right time at the right price Qualifications

5 + years experience in construction materials procurement - with expertise specifically in building materials

Qualification in supply chain management or equal experience

Lumber industry experience is an asset

Strong negotiation and communication skills

Understanding of General Commercial Construction and General Contracting

Proficiency in Microsoft office

Understanding of Modular Construction would be an asset Why Join Modus?

Join a team that is transforming the construction industry through innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to Building Better. At MODUS, we combine technology, skilled trades, and a lean culture to deliver projects that exceed client expectations and support sustainable growth across sectors. We thank everyone for their application; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

📌 Senior Buyer - Building Materials (Crossfield)
🏢 Modus Structures
📍 Crossfield