Become a crucial part of our team as a Purchasing Associate, enhancing procurement strategies and vendor management. Experience with D365 and critical analysis is beneficial for this role.

As a Purchasing Associate, you will assist the Category Manager in achieving sustainable procurement goals. This role is ideal for candidates with 1-2 years of retail experience or an educational background in a related field. You will manage order issuance, work with vendors, and ensure system integrity in data management to support our operations.

Key Responsibilities:
• Prepares purchase orders by validating supplier specifications
• Issues purchasing orders while ensuring system integrity
• Works with category managers on cost changes




• Sets up new products with vendors and data teams
• Manages inquiries from stores and assists with inventory

Requirements:
• Minimum 1-2 years of retail experience or relevant degree
• Ability to prioritize tasks efficiently
• Robust attention to detail and urgency
• Familiarity with Excel/Word/Power BI is advantageous
• Excellent communication skills paired with a self-starter mindset

Utilize your knowledge to drive success in our purchasing department.
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📌 Purchasing Associate - Retail Procurement Expert (New Brunswick)
🏢 Kent Building Supplies
📍 New Brunswick