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- Bachelor's
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Purchasing Associate (12 months Contract)

Kent Building Supplies -
Saint John, NB

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Job details

Full-time
$18 an hour

Qualifications

Power BI
Microsoft Excel
Procurement
Post-secondary education
Filing
Bachelor's
AI
Communication skills
Retail sales

Full job description

We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Purchasing Associate . Working in coordination with the Category Manager, the purchasing associate will be challenged to develop and maintain solutions to sustainable procurement. You will gain experience using our D365 Microsoft system and many other analytical tools to assist your team with issuing orders, dealing with vendors, and assisting our stores and DC with their requests. Your purchasing team members will look to you as the expert providing support and guidance on the system process and data accuracy. You will be supporting the merchant in product reviews, flyer submissions, and forecasting when needed. Starting wage for this role is $18,00.

Prepares purchase orders by verifying specifications and price from suppliers for substitute items.
Issuing purchasing orders and maintaining system integrity.
Assisting a category manager with trade agreements and any cost changes.
Working with vendors and data management team to set up new products.
Working with Marketing team on designated projects.
Assisting stores and distribution center with product detail inquiries.
Managing inventory and stock if requested by a category manager.
Providing stores with solutions on system errors when required.
Keeping information accessible by sorting and filing documents.
Providing purchasing planning and control information by collecting, and summarizing data and trends.
Updating job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities.
Participating in and assisting the team with special projects like planograms, line reviews, etc.
Managing invoicing issues from vendors.

Minimum 1-2 years of retail experience/ or Undergraduate degree or post-secondary diploma is an asset.
Able to prioritize work and meet deadlines.
Must possess a sense of urgency.
Has a keen eye for detail.
Experience in Excel/ Word/ Power BI (an asset).
Possess excellent communication skills.
Be a self-starter and have a positive attitude.

Kent is the largest retail building supply chain in Atlantic Canada. With 48 locations and an ecommerce website, our mission is to be the best source of home improvement products through superior customer service and know-how, quality products, and everyday great prices. We protect our customers and staff by hiring and training associates committed to our safety values. We employ over 3,700 people and work hard to increase our market share through strategic investment in training and technology. We focus on the development of our people and promote a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. In addition to our retail stores, we operate truss manufacturing facilities and a wholesale drywall company. We are a member of Independent Lumber Dealers Co-operative and the ARENA buying group which ensures our great product selection and pricing

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) operates in Eastern Canada (New-Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Québec, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador), as well as in USA. We are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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