purchasing officer

Asset languages

• Urdu
• Panjabi; Punjabi

Work setting

• Optical retail store

Tasks

• Purchase general and specialized equipment, materials or business services
• Assess requirements of an establishment to develop specifications for equipment, materials and supplies to be purchased
• Negotiate offers from suppliers
• Consult with suppliers
• Hire, train and supervise staff
• Review quotations
• Establish delivery schedules
• Monitor progress of delivery schedules
• Contact clients and suppliers to resolve problems

Computer and technology knowledge

• MS Office

Transportation / travel information

• Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

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

Screening questions

• Are you authorized to work in Canada?
• Are you available for shift or on-call work?
• Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?
• Are you currently a student?
• Are you willing to relocate for this position?
• Do you have experience working in this field?
• Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?
• Do you live near the job location?

Health benefits

• Vision care benefits

Support for newcomers and refugees

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports newcomers and / or refugees

Support for youths

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports youth employment

Support for Indigenous people

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports Indigenous people

Support for mature workers

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports mature workers

Supports for visible minorities

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports members of visible minorities