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Purchasing Assistant -#6842 – A

Job Developer:
Paul Robertson
  • Full Time
  • Beamsville, ON
  • Posted on March 11
  • This position has been filled.
  • Wage: $38,000 to $42,500 per year
  • Job ID: 6842
Zwart Systems

Zwart Systems

Zwart Systems is searching for the right candidate to join our team in a Purchasing Assistant role. We offer you a great place to work with a positive work environment, a stellar team of people to work with and the opportunity for growth. This is a mid-level entry position with substantial room for growth. The right candidate would be upbeat, energetic, passionate, someone who can take the initiative and has proven negotiating skills. Zwart Systems has been in the irrigation business for over 50 years and are considered a dynamic and innovative market leader specializing in the design, fabrication and installation of irrigation, humidification, filtration, wire forming and benching systems within the horticulture industry.

Duties:
  • Establish and maintain communication lines with suppliers
  • Issue Purchase Orders based on multiple requirements
  • Monitor Inventory levels and advise on stock level adjustments
  • Performing Inventory counts in Warehouse
  • Follow up on open purchase orders
  • Deal with vendor’s related issues
  • Interact and communicate with all departments to ensure best results
  • Source alternative suppliers
  • Negotiate deals, discount levels, packages and perks with suppliers
  • Participate in meetings as required
  • Adhere to all company policies and procedures, safety protocols and quality management
  • Attend training sessions as required
  • This job description is not intended to be all inclusive and employee may perform other related duties to meet organizational needs
Requirements:
  • Previous proven purchasing experience and skills required
  • Knowledge and experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software an asset
  • Exceptional skills to negotiate with vendors and suppliers
  • Strong computer skills and aptitude
  • Exceptional written and verbal skills
  • Excellent communication skills with vendor and suppliers
  • Ability to interface with all levels of employees and managers
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Excellent organizational skills with a strong eye for detail
  • Problem solving skills
  • Ability to prioritize efficiently in a fast-paced environment and work well under pressure
  • Ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks
  • Able to work well in high pressure situations

The position is full-time Monday to Friday; 8am to 5pm. Zwart Systems offers the successful candidate two weeks’ vacation and competitive wages that will be based on education, skill set and experience. A comprehensive company benefit package is offered after successful completion of the probationary period. Zwart Systems encourages employee growth and development with opportunities to flourish within the organization.

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