Company O.E.M. Remanufacturing Company Inc.
Number of Openings: 1
Worker Type: Permanent Position
Overview This position is responsible for a variety of components ordering, coordination and expediting duties in a fast paced environment. This position also manages end-to-end procurement functions (includes buying and expediting) within the Exchange Program to improve fill rates/parts availability and reduce costs/down-time for Finning and its Customers through effective use of system (Lawson MRP), processes and people (Caterpillar/internal relations) as well Component Rebuild Centers, both internal and external.
Job Description Order product from suppliers, Caterpillar and Cat Reman, and Component Rebuild Centers (CRCs) to fulfill customer delivery requirement
Decide what cores needs to be rebuilt, define priorities of the work in progress and follow up rebuild orders to fulfill customer demand
Purchase Order Creation in alignment with supply/inventory needs when component seeds are required
Monitor stock and consolidate emergency orders to replenish parts inventory, fill customer backorders, or supplement stock in supply constrained situations and maintain accurate records and parts tracking/order systems
Expedite purchase emergency orders and work in progress orders to achieve the highest reasonable level of service appropriate to the need; while considering vendor cut times, transportation alternatives, in-transit times, freight rates and vendor policies
Follow-up with customers and vendors regarding delays, errors, and quality issues.
Recognize and investigate problems with the inventory (i.e. inefficient processes or system settings/parameters), make recommendations to rectify
Support customer facing planners and Finning departments to improve knowledge, understanding of rebuild procedures and performance to improve overall supply chain effectiveness
Collaborate with Inventory Planners, supervisors, supply chain group, branches and cross-functional groups within company to identify and mitigate the issues proactively, performance drivers and limitations, develop solutions and continuously improve the performance of our supply chain




Provide backup to other buyers/roles during vacation, travel, or high volume periods
Qualifications Experience in service, or parts, Cat product knowledge; Experience in Finning Parts Department roles, including warehouse, front counter and inventory control will be of significant value
Minimum 0 - 2 years related experience or acceptable combination of education and work experience
Experience with Lawson system/MRP is an asset
Experience or exposure to transportation and logistics, warehousing and distribution, contracts management, sourcing and category management, master data management would be an asset
Outstanding attitude to get work done and support Customer demand
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, analytical skills and the ability to set priorities and meet tight deadlines
Team player
Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
Proficient in MS Office applications, advanced level in excel and internal systems
Understands and adheres to Finning policies and procedures, including safety
Thorough knowledge of buying and expediting activities
Thorough knowledge and understanding of broad or deep experiences in end-to-end supply chain management within heavy equipment, automotive, utilities, mining, parts or retail industry would be preferred; Practical experience and theoretical knowledge in Sales & Operations Planning (forecasting), inventory management and procurement operations is required to optimize parts supply chain
Knowledge and awareness of functional interdependencies
Benefits Defined Contribution Pension Plan and Employee Share Purchase plan (with employer matching components)
3 weeks' vacation to start (plus flex time)
Monday to Friday role based out of our OEM Remanufacturing facility
At Finning,



we prioritize creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we actively encourage all individuals to express themselves and achieve their full potential. As a company, we continuously strive to enhance our outreach to individuals of all backgrounds and identities. We do not discriminate against applicants based on gender identity, race, national and ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital and family status, and/or mental or physical disabilities. Furthermore, Finning is committed to collaborating with and providing reasonable accommodations /adjustments to individuals with disabilities. If you require an adjustment/accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please inform your recruiter.
About Us Finning is the world's largest Caterpillar dealer delivering unrivalled service for over 80 years. The company sells, rents and provides parts and service for equipment and engines to customers in various industries, including mining, construction, petroleum, forestry and a wide range of power systems applications. Finning employs approximately 14,500 people world-wide and operates in three geographies, with the head office in Vancouver, BC, Canada. OUR DIVISIONS Finning International Inc. is the corporate head office of the publicly traded corporation, which is listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol: FTT. Finning Canada is the authorized dealer for Caterpillar products in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, the Northwest Territories, and a portion of Nunavut. Finning South America is the authorized dealer for Caterpillar products in Chile, Argentina, and Bolivia. Finning UK and Ireland is the authorized dealer for Caterpillar products in the United Kingdom and Ireland. Rental of equipment is facilitated through the dealership locations as well as The Cat Rental Store locations in Finning Canada and Finning South America. OEM Remanufacturing - OEM, a Finning enterprise, is one of North America's most advanced engine and powertrain component remanufacturing providers and is located in Edmonton, Alberta.

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📌 Critical Parts Sourcing Advisor (Alberta)
🏢 Finning International
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