Purchasing Agent

Purchasing Agent

At 911 Supply, our mission is to ensure that First Responders get the right equipment for the job and get home safe. We are a trusted source of dependable equipment and need employees who can provide the level of service our customers have come to expect. As we continue to evolve and grow across Canada, we are looking for a new Purchasing Agentbased out of our Calgary location.

Why 911 Supply? We will:

· Offer competitive compensation and benefits,

· Invest in your future with RRSP matching,

· Provide ongoing education opportunities,

· Offer employee discounts and deals,

· Host staff events,

· Offer a cohesive & friendly learning environment,

· Provide on-site parking, and

· Welcome you as part of the top team working for first responders in Canada!

There are no evening shifts and the store is closed on statutory holidays. We also try to keep our shifts as flexible as our business will allow.

What will you be doing?

This role is responsible for:

· Making purchasing decisions for your assigned brands.

· Communicating with suppliers, shipping companies, and brokers.

· Monitoring and sharing the status of Purchase Orders, shipments, brand ETAs and any other info that fellow co-workers may need to maintain a high level of customer satisfaction.

· Using data analysis and research to monitor trends and complete competitive analysis while working with the Purchasing Manager to act appropriately on your findings.

· Keeping information up-to-date and accurate in our inventory system.

· Answering phone, email, or in-person queries from co-workers or customers.

· Learning every day!

What do you need to succeed in this role?

· 5+ years of proven success in a similar role (a combination of education and experience may be considered).

· Solid verbal and written communication skills.

· Ability to analyze sales data to spot trends.

· The ability to change priorities quickly.

· Comfort with the Microsoft Office suite.

What would be helpful in this role?

· Ability to speak and write fluently in French would be an asset but is not required.

· Category Management experience an asset.

· Experience in retail and customer service environments.

Compensation: $50,000-60,000/year, commensurate with experience and knowledge.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:

At 911 Supply, our goal is to ensure everyone is able to put their best foot forward. We are committed to inclusion across race, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, ability, age, religion, or ancestry.

This posting may be used to fill other positions.

If this opportunity sounds exciting to you, apply today!

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $50,000.00-$60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Store discount
• Tuition reimbursement
• Wellness program

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• purchasing: 5 years (preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Calgary, AB T2G 4B1 (required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Calgary, AB T2G 4B1: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person