Purchaser

About us:

Since 1966, our company has been designing and building specialized equipment, products, and custom components for end-users and other manufacturers around the world. We know that being a great place to work means far more than getting paid. S3 fosters a respectful, teamwork environment where ideas are valued, and everyone contributes with significance.

Who are you?

S3 Group Ltd. is currently recruiting for a Purchaser to join our team at our Swift Current, SK location. This is a full-time position offering a competitive salary, great health benefits and RRSP matching program, and room for a rapid career growth.

What will you do?

• Purchase materials for production, engineering and others on purchase order
• Source materials, negotiate price, delivery, specifications and quantity with suppliers
• Handle all planned orders with a start date on or before current date that are assigned, based on planner ID's
• Review Exception Report (Planner action) to ensure orders effectively satisfy current requirements, updating PO's as necessary
• Ensure all PO dates in MAX reflect the most recent agreement with the vendor and any overdue order (as displayed on the PO dispatch report) is addressed daily
• Internal Product Request (IPR)
• Contact supplier if there is a discrepancy between shipment received and pack slip quantity or product. Initiate a Corrective Action if applicable
• Send to material handlers or Warehouse to deliver to the requesting department and adjust out of stock when it comes back up to purchasing department.

What do you need to succeed?

• Minimum of Grade 12 Diploma, or equivalent and 2-3 years purchasing, preferably in the manufacturing sector
• Knowledge of MRP system
• Possess excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Have a positive and constructive attitude and the ability to manage a range of priorities
• Detail oriented and able to learn tasks quickly
• Positive and co-operative team player and capable of working with minimal supervision
• Ability to communicate effectively and to inspire confidence from supervisors, peers and subordinates

How to Apply: Once you click on the Apply for this Position button you will be taken to a page where you will have two ways to apply. You can upload your resume/CV or copy and paste your details into the box provided.