#EnterTheGameActivate: What We DoActivate is redefining how the world plays across Canada, US, and beyond into the global market. We’re a technology company that fuses a game, a workout, and a party into one unforgettable experience. We believe play should move people - physically and socially. Behind every room, you’ll need your reflexes, wits, and a team to beat the challenges - it’s easy to start, hard to beat.Activate is experiencing significant expansion and are looking to grow our team with the addition of a Purchaser. This is a full-time, permanent position. We are looking for this role to join our team on-site at our Winnipeg corporate office.Visit playactivate.Com to see Activate in action. Follow @activategames on TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook to stay locked in.Position OverviewEnter The RoleThe position of Purchaser will work cross-functionally with all departments to support purchasing, inventory and production requirements. The primary tasks are facilitating purchasing requests, managing supplier relationships and communicating updates to various stakeholders. The Purchaser will be well-versed in production, inventory, and purchasing procedures and ways to optimize them.The Duties and Responsibilities:Review ERP/MRP purchase suggestions, generate, and submit purchase ordersFacilitate purchasing and ad hoc requests across various departments, including pricing and lead time questionsCommunicate supplier shipping and pricing updates to various stakeholdersUpdate and maintain ERP purchasing modules with supplier and pricing informationProduce relevant reports as requiredSolicit quotes and negotiate pricing, payment terms,



and delivery commitments with suppliersAdminister purchase terms, blanket and standing orders, and ensure compliance with procurement policyResolve receiving discrepancies, returns, credits, and invoice/purchase order mismatches with suppliers and Accounts PayableLeverage AI tools to streamline purchasing workflows — drafting supplier correspondence, summarizing and comparing quotes, and analyzing spend and price trendsIdentify opportunities to improve purchasing processes and efficiencySupplier ManagementIdentify, evaluate, and qualify recent suppliers; support make-vs-buy andalternate-source decisionsExpedite open purchase orders and resolve late deliveries, shortages, and supply constraintsConduct vendor assessments and monitor and report supplier performance on cost, quality, and on-time delivery; lead corrective-action follow-upCost and Inventory ManagementDeliver measurable cost savings and cost-avoidance against annual targetsWork with production and planning to forecast material requirements and prevent line-down eventsMaintain inventory parameters — reorder points, min/max levels, and safety stock — and manage excess and obsolete inventoryOther duties as requiredThe Qualifications:Post-secondary diploma or degree in business, supply chain,



or a related field preferred3-5 years of direct purchasing or procurement experience, preferably in a manufacturing environmentSCMP, CSCP, or CPIM designation (or working toward one) considered an assetStrong Excel skills, including cost analysis, price comparisonsHands-on experience with an ERP/MRP purchasing module (e.G., SAP, NetSuite, Epicor)Demonstrated negotiation skills and comfort discussing price, terms, and lead times with suppliersWorking knowledge of purchase terms, procurement policy, and basic contract principlesStrong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize competing demands under deadline pressureExcellent communication abilities with an ability to build positive working relationshipsExperience using AI tools (e.G., Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT, Claude) to support procurement analysis, correspondence, and reporting, with sound judgment in reviewing and validating outputsThe Perks:Competitive SalaryBenefits packagePaid time offCasual dressEmployee discountOn-site parkingActivate is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. Activate is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs and activities. To request reasonable accommodation for a protected characteristic, contact [email protected] which is an email monitored for this purpose.We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Administrative Assistant, Construction & Facilities - $60,000 - $85,500 A Year (Winnipeg)
🏢 Activate
📍 Winnipeg