Purchasing/Estimating Associate at Zelus Material Handling — NeverHard
Purchasing/Estimating Associate at Zelus Material Handling in Stoney Creek, Hamilton region. Skills: Inventory Management, Negotiation, Purchasing, Vendor Management. Apply on NeverHard.
Company
Zelus Material Handling
Location
Stoney Creek, Hamilton region
Type
full_time
Required skills:
Inventory Management
Negotiation
Purchasing
Vendor Management
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSalary: $65,000-$75,000
Our purpose is simple:To enrich the lives of our partners. Zelus is committed to providing our customers with the highest quality products and services available today, and we believe that commitment begins with hiring the best people.
As a member of the purchasing team as a new Zelus family member, you will join a diverse, dynamic group of highly motivated individuals that bring with them a wide array of talents, skills and backgrounds.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
Determine whether request can be fulfilled from stock inventory or ordered
Issue Purchase Orders (POs) to respective vendors ensuring all details are accurate and
To ensure timely purchasing of goods and services
Ensure that all items purchased are received into various systems timely
Ensure that items purchased are physically received and pricing is accurate and agreed upon
To only commit company funds at fair market value for items/services, through competitive bids, historical review, or direction of management
Ensure that purchasing of goods and services is within the Limits of Authority of the individuals requesting items
Ensure that inventory levels are sufficient to support the customer, but low enough that all inventory turns regularly
Ensure that all sales enquiries are completed and responded to promptly
Ensuring follow up on important task or issues
Purchasing of goods and services as directed
Ensuring pricing and sale costs are accurate within the Zelus operating system
Review of all invoicing documents that cannot be matched to the committed purchase order
Review of inventory levels for all components, along with judging whether items should be held in inventory
Respond to all customer RFQs with costs for parts and/or services
Issue and follow up on all shipments to ensure all sales are properly costed and invoiced
Assists in monitoring possible company contracts
Answering general telephone calls and redirecting as required
Drafting and implementation of any departmental ISO policies and/or procedures
Safety Specific:
Ensure compliance with all Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) regulations and company safety policies and procedures
Maintain a clean and organized work environment, free of potential hazards
Practice proper ergonomics to prevent strain injuries
Adhere to office safety procedures, including emergency evacuation routes, fire drills, and building safety protocols
Report all incidents, accidents, and near misses immediately
Actively look for and report potential hazards in the workplace
Other duties as assigned
WHAT YOU NEED
Secondary school diploma or high school equivalent as a minimum
Post-secondary education in purchasing/inventory/accounting/logistics
Five years experience in similar role
Maintain a level of education necessary to keep pace company requirements
Working with co-workers to ensure timely completion of purchasing/sales/inventory/accounting tasks
Ensure policies and procedures are being followed
Proficient computer skills
Thorough and in-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office
Knowledge of standard purchasing/inventory/accounting/logistics practices and procedures
Strong planning and problem-solving skills critical thinking
WHAT WE OFFER
Company Perks and Discounts
Comprehensive benefits package including a health spending account
Registered Retirement Savings Plan / DPSP Plan
Company BBQ's and Social Events
Family, friendly environment
Tool/Safety Boot Allowance
and much more....
Zelus Material Handling provides accommodation to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If a job applicant requires an accommodation during the application process or through the selection process, the hiring manager and human resources will work with the applicant to meet the job applicant's accommodation needs.