purchasing agent
Posted on
March 18, 2025
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NU-LIFE MEDICAL & SURGICAL SUPPLIES INC
Job details
*Overview*
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Purchasing Agent to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing the procurement process, negotiating with vendors, and ensuring the timely acquisition of materials necessary for our operations. This role requires a strong understanding of supply chain management, vendor management, and effective negotiation skills to secure the best prices and terms.
*Duties*
* Negotiate contracts and agreements with suppliers to secure favorable terms and pricing.
* Manage vendor relationships to ensure quality service and timely delivery of goods.
* Utilize SAP and MRP systems to track inventory levels, forecast needs, and place orders.
* Collaborate with production teams to understand material requirements for fabrication processes.
* Analyze market trends to identify potential suppliers and evaluate their offerings.
* Develop and maintain purchasing policies and procedures to streamline procurement processes.
* Monitor supplier performance and resolve any issues related to quality or delivery.
* Prepare reports on purchasing activities, inventory levels, and supplier performance metrics.
*Requirements*
* Experience in purchasing or procurement roles is an asset but not required.
* Strong negotiation skills with the ability to secure competitive pricing from vendors.
* Familiarity with vendor management practices and supply chain principles.
* Understanding SAP or similar enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
* Knowledge of materials requirements planning (MRP) processes is highly desirable.
* Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail for evaluating supplier proposals.
* Strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with internal teams and external vendors.
* Ability to work independently as well as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
If you are interested in procurement and looking for an opportunity to contribute to our company's success, we encourage you to apply for the Purchasing Agent position. We are willing to train candidates who have limited experience in this field but have a desire to learn. We encourage candidates to apply that have strong analytical and problem solving skills as well as the ability to meet deadlines.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $950.00 per week
Benefits:
* Dental care
* Extended health care
* Life insurance
* On-site parking
* Paid time off
* Vision care
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
* Day shift
* Monday to Friday
Language:
* English (required)
Location:
* North York, ON M9M 2G5 (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 2025-03-31
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LocationNorth York, ON
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Workplace information
On site
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Salary$950WEEKLY weekly
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Terms of employment
Permanent employmentFull time
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Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies
1 vacancy
- Source
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