Purchasing Manager
Location: Salmon Arm BC
Are you an experienced in supply chain management and purchasing, and are you passionate about sustainability and energy-efficient solutions? Talius is seeking to fill a position in our Supply Chain Department with someone who has experience in international procurement and logistics. If you want to work in a fast-growing company and make a meaningful impact and achieve professional success, apply today!
WHO WE ARE
Talius is a cleantech building materials company specializing in the manufacturing of solutions for shade, security, and storm protection. For the past 40 years, we have earned the reputation of an industry-leading manufacturer that consistently delivers quality products with pride in craftsmanship. Our value proposition is to provide our clients with excellent service, innovative products, superior after-sales support, and the right solutions for security, shade, and storm protection.
OUR VALUES
We’re more than just a company with great products. We’re making life better for people and the planet. Our clean-technology solutions are helping our customers combat climate change while saving on heating and cooling costs. We are committed to manufacturing products with the least environmental impact possible. It’s our promise to the environment, the communities we live in, and future generations. Our people are aligned with our company values of integrity, fearless culture, execution, impact, and compassion.
For us, “Don’t be Evil” is just not good enough. Be Awesome! As we grow, we are looking to add talented people who are mission-driven and bring diverse perspectives and new ways of solving problems.
Talius is committed to building an inclusive work environment where each employee is valued and can feel they truly belong.
WHY WORK FOR US
· Fast-growing company reshaping the future of sustainability & home protection
· Fun and enjoyable work atmosphere
· RRSP employer match program
· Extended Health Benefits
· The Louis Program. Any Talius employee (other than management and commission salesperson) can earn a 5% (on Partner sell price) referral fee for new sales.
YOUR ROLE
In this role, you will work closely with the Chief Operating Officer, other supply chain staff, and staff from the Sales and Production departments to action all activities related to the supply chain department while following company policies and procedures. As a key member of the operations team, you’ll be joining a growing team that offers clean technologies solutions for our communities and our world.
- Participate in all activities related to the Supply Chain Department while following company policies and procedures
- Responsible for all stages of the procurement process for both domestic and international vendors.
- Responsible for ensuring an efficient and reliable supply of materials as well as inventory management process, including second source strategies.
- Collaborate with other departments including Sales and Production to ensure a supply that matches demand.
- Use ERP/MRP systems, spreadsheets, and other tools to manage inventory and create analytical reports for upper management and make sound purchasing decisions.
- Schedule and conduct vendor and departmental meetings as necessary.
- Establish metrics for vendor performance and selection.
- Maintain high quality of customer service and relationship.
- Ensure product standards to meet quality requirements.
- Manage vendor performance.
- Manage company logistics for inbound and outbound freight and the related Freight vendors.
Experience
- 5+ years related experience in Supply Chain Departments
- Experience working with Freight Vendors
- Experience with international procurement and logistics
- Create and analyze data in the form of KPI’s
- Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
Skills
The successful candidate should have the ability to inspire and develop creative solutions and strategies to build a positive, inclusive, and supportive company culture based on teamwork.
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Build consensus among staff
- Excellent customer service
- Understand, create, and implement processes
- Good organizational skills and attention to details
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
- Financial planning, auditing, and budgeting skills
- Commitment to continuous improvement
Qualifications
- Supply Chain Management Certifications such as CPIM and SCMP desired
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $60,000.00-$85,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Schedule:
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Salmon Arm, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Manufacturing: 2 years (preferred)
- Purchasing: 5 years (required)
- Supply chain: 5 years (required)
- Logistics: 2 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person
