Purchaser

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Viterra is seeking a Purchaser at our Canola Processing Facility in Warden, Washington. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the day-to-day spare parts inventory for the facility, accounts payable system as well as the maintenance for mobile and communication equipment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, organize, direct and control activities related to the procurement function and have the ability to identify and implement improvements.
• Establish a supplier network that is capable of providing high quality products and services.
• Maintain an inventory system to track the ordering of EH&S supplies, spare parts, receiving, deliveries and adjustments. Maintains adequate inventory of consumable parts.
• Prepare instructions regarding purchasing systems and procedures. Maintains records for the facility Food Defense program pertaining to purchasing and receiving
• Complete purchase requisitions and prepares purchase orders. Ensures correctness of account coding and labelling. Plans for parts acquisitions for shutdowns.
• Design, implement and monitor procurement KPI’s and reporting systems.
• Develop a system to evaluate vendor quotations that utilize appropriate negotiation and purchasing techniques to ensure quality, price, delivery, and service.
• Prepare and reviews contracts, bids, proposals, and vendor agreements.
• Receive invoices and verifies accuracy with purchase orders. Follows up with vendor in case of discrepancies.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Solid and demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook. Ability to add recommendations to copies of manuals and documentation.
• Knowledge of CMMS systems (Nuvolo in particular) is considered an asset.
• Solid interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrated organizational skills with the ability to prioritize work.
• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read blueprints or drawings is considered an asset
• Must understand laws regarding manufacture’s sales and use tax exemption.

Education and Qualifications:

• Minimum three (3) years of purchasing experience, preferably in an industrial or food processing environment.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Equivalent combinations of education and experience that result in the required level of knowledge skill and competence will be considered.

Employment Type:
Regular
Posting Close Date:
12/20/2021

Job Type: Full-time