Purchasing DC | New Westminster, BC

Work Location: Distribution Centre (DC)

Work Type: Onsite

Job Type: Part-Time, Fixed Term (0.5 FTE; 6-month contract)

Salary range: $55,000–$68,000 / year, annualized

At Ames, our people are at the heart of everything we do and that commitment extends throughout our supply chain. As a Purchaser, you'll play a critical role in ensuring the right products are available at the right time, helping our branches, sales teams, and customers succeed through effective inventory management and purchasing decisions.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys problem-solving, working with data, and collaborating across teams to keep business operations running smoothly. You'll balance inventory levels, forecast demand, coordinate with vendor partners, and support large customer projects while contributing to a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and customer focus.

The Purchaser is responsible for managing assigned vendor relationships and product categories through timely replenishment, inventory analysis, cost-conscious purchasing decisions, and responsive stakeholder support. You'll help maintain healthy inventory levels, improve purchasing efficiency, and contribute to a collaborative, high-performing team environment.

Core Responsibilities:

Purchasing and Inventory Management:

• Replenish inventory and place purchase orders for assigned vendor partners and product categories
• Monitor inventory levels, demand trends, and product performance to maintain appropriate stock levels while minimizing shortages and excess inventory
• Review inventory data and purchasing activity to support informed and cost-conscious purchasing decisions
• Manage vendor order confirmations, pricing updates, and expected arrival information accurately and proactively
• Create and maintain product codes, contract pricing, and inventory records within company systems

Vendor and Supply Chain Coordination:

• Build and maintain effective working relationships with vendor partners
• Support purchasing strategies and process improvements that enhance supply chain efficiency and inventory performance
• Coordinate order requirements and delivery timelines with vendors to meet operational and customer needs
• Assist in resolving supply, pricing, availability, and inventory-related issues in a timely and professional manner

Project and Stakeholder Support:

• Manage purchasing requirements for large projects, ensuring products are ordered at the appropriate time to support project schedules
• Collaborate closely with sales teams, branch teams, project coordinators, and other stakeholders to understand business needs and purchasing priorities
• Respond to internal and external purchasing inquiries promptly, professionally, and with a solutions-focused mindset
• Support organizational goals by balancing customer requirements, inventory investments, and operational priorities

Continuous Improvement and Team Collaboration:

• Identify opportunities to improve purchasing processes, workflows, reporting, and inventory accuracy
• Contribute to a collaborative team culture built on accountability, trust, and continuous improvement
• Role model Ames values while supporting a culture of respect, excellence, and ownership
• Assist with additional duties and projects as required

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of purchasing, procurement, inventory management, or supply chain experience
• Post-secondary education in Business, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or a related field considered an asset
• Relevant procurement or supply chain certification considered an asset
• Strong understanding of purchasing principles, inventory management practices, and supply chain processes
• Experience working with ERP systems, procurement software, or inventory management platforms
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Successful completion of a background check may be required

Competencies:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Effective communication and relationship-building skills
• Customer-focused and solutions-oriented approach
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment
• Proficiency with data analysis, reporting tools, and business systems
• Experience using AI tools to support data analysis, reporting, process improvement, or workflow efficiency is considered a valued asset

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of this role, with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Ability to work at a computer for extended periods throughout the workday
• Ability to perform the duties of the position in an office environment

Please email resumes and cover letter to careers@amestile.com with subject line: DC – Purchaser

Why Ames?

At Ames, our people come first. We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives are valued, relationships matter, and everyone has the opportunity to grow. Guided by our values, we support our team members at work and beyond — because when our people thrive, so does our business.

Our Values:

• Respect – We believe in our people
• Curiosity – We dare to ask why
• Accountability – We own the outcome
• Tenacity – We're an unstoppable force
• Social Responsibility – We leave things better
• Passion – We put our heart into it

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation, annual profit-sharing, referral bonuses, and a company pension plan
• Comprehensive benefits, including a Health Spending Account and Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Work-life balance initiatives, birthday day off, volunteer days, and a hobby & wellness allowance
• Professional development, including tuition reimbursement
• Purpose-driven work through the Ames Family Foundation
• Community & connection: company events (with great food), free on-site parking, EV charging stations
• Extra perks: Ames Tile & Stone discounts for you, friends, and family
• Recognized excellence: COR™ Workplace Certified and Best Workplace Certified Company

Our Story

Ames Tile & Stone Ltd. is a Vancouver born, Canadian company, founded by two brothers in 1912.

Fun fact: The partnership between the brothers lasted less than two weeks, but Ames Tile & Stone has lived on for over 100 years.

A family-owned business with a strong reputation built over four generations. Ames Tile & Stone is Western Canada's premier importer and distributor of high-quality ceramic and porcelain tile, luxury vinyl tile and complementary products.

We are a trusted partner in the industry, known for our commitment to exceptional customer service and delivering high-quality, design-forward solutions.

Family. History. Proud to be Ames Tile.