Purchasing agent

• Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 year
• Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years

Work setting

• Manufacture

Tasks

• Purchase general and specialized equipment, materials or business services
• Negotiate offers from suppliers
• Consult with suppliers
• Establish delivery schedules
• Monitor progress of delivery schedules
• Contact clients and suppliers to resolve problems
• Provide customer service

Computer and technology knowledge

• Enterprise resource planning (ERP) software
• SAP (FI/CO / HR / MM / OT SD)
• Electronic mail

Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Transportation/travel information

• Public transportation is available

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent written communication
• Organized
• Team player

Employment terms options

• Day
• Work Term: Temporary
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 40 hours per week