Senior Inside Sales/Purchasing Agent

Our client is looking for a Senior Inside Sales / Purchasing agent in Langley, BC. This role offers a unique opportunity for an individual to manage both the sales and purchasing functions, creating a dynamic and engaging work environment.

By combining these responsibilities, the position allows for full control over product categories, giving the individual the ability to manage both inventory costs and sales.

This structure ensures not only efficient inventory management but also seamless vacation and illness coverage. The role is suited for someone who enjoys proactive engagement with clients and thrives on building relationships while managing the full product lifecycle.

Sales Responsibilities :

The Inside Sales & Purchasing Specialist will be responsible for maintaining existing relationships with stores while actively seeking new opportunities to grow the customer base.

The role requires a proactive approach to sales, including researching and proposing new profitable sales categories, developing advertising initiatives, and implementing a cold-calling strategy to drive growth.

The successful candidate will anticipate and respond to the individual needs of stores, provide education on complementary products, and resolve any store-related issues in a positive manner.

Meeting and exceeding sales and margin targets will be key performance indicators, along with staying informed about changes in building codes that could impact product lines.

Purchasing Responsibilities :

On the purchasing side, the individual will handle all aspects of the procurement process, from processing purchase orders and sales transactions to evaluating inventory needs and finding innovative sourcing solutions.

The Specialist will ensure that store demands are met by managing stock levels efficiently and using creative methods for product substitution or special orders when necessary.

They will also contribute to physical inventory counting, product receiving, and storage planning in the warehouse. Staying updated on building envelope code changes is crucial for making informed purchasing decisions.

In addition to sales and purchasing, the role includes collaboration with the advertising department to feature products and ensure accurate representation of inventory in promotional materials and on the website.

The individual will actively participate in editing, proofreading, and auditing sales content, while also sharing product knowledge and best practices with colleagues.

Participation in company training programs will further enhance product knowledge.

The role requires a high level of reliability and adherence to a consistent work schedule, with a focus on following established checklists, policies, and procedures.

The individual will ensure compliance with Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) guidelines, contributing to a positive and safe work environment.

Continuous professional development is encouraged, with opportunities for training and education.

Qualifications & Experience :

The ideal candidate will have a diploma in Sales Management or a related field, along with 3 years of retail or wholesale distribution experience and 5 years of experience in the lumber and building materials (LBM) industry.

A strong understanding of lumber grades, dimensions, and species is essential, as is proficiency with Microsoft and Google office systems.

The role requires excellent communication skills, the ability to manage multiple tasks, and the capacity to adapt to changing situations.

The candidate must be a permanent resident of Canada and be able to travel to the USA for business.

This is an onsite position with regular business hours, Monday through Friday. Occasional travel will be required to meet business needs.

No work-from-home arrangements are available.

Salary Range - 80,000 to 110,000 per annum + Benefits + 3 Weeks Vacation + Expenses