Buyer I

At Bluum, we’re on a mission to improve learning and make it more accessible for all. Guided by our values—Start with Empathy, Do What’s Right, Own It Together, and Win as a Team, Always be Learning—we partner with educators to create impactful learning environments through innovative solutions and personalized support. If you’re driven by purpose and want to make a real difference, you belong at Bluum.

The Buyer’s primary responsibility will be order procurement and brand purchasing management in accordance with optimum business and vendor management metrics, including working capital parameters and company inventory goals.

Hybrid Salary Range: $65-69,000 CAD Responsibilities

Purchase order management within the NetSuite Cloud ERP system, including direct and stock orders.

Manage inventory levels and re-order points.

Negotiate best cost, payment term and delivery efficiencies with vendor partners.

Manage direct vendor price lists and maintain system part costs in conjunction with Database Coordination.

Vet adequate procurement avenue options.

Support & outline vendor Deal Registration with Sales and Product teams.

Manage Vendor Returns Authorization (VRA) process.

Maintain and update vendor ERP profile.

Perform efficient communication with vendors and internal departments to establish beneficial business relationships.

Manage shared email mailbox with assigned vendors as well as personal mailbox.

Communicate credit line levels and trial balance updates with Accounts Payable team.

Provide support to all departments as necessary.

Research new products or alternative manufacturers and vendors to current product lines.

Attend local and national industry tradeshows where approved.

Support and coordinate vendor/manufacturer business meetings.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Education & Skill Requirements

Associate’s degree required.

Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.

1-3 years of purchasing, vendor business or related experience preferred.

Core Values

Start with Empathy - We lead with curiosity, compassion, and respect. We listen to each other and to our customers, value different perspectives, and work to understand before being understood. That’s how we build trust and better solutions.

Own it Together - We are accountable. We do what we say we will do. We hold ourselves, and each other, accountable for results. We follow through on commitments and take responsibility for our impact on our team, our customers, and our mission.

Do What’s Right - We act with integrity, even when it’s hard. We’re honest, ethical, and guided by what’s best for our customers, our team, our partners, and the students we serve – always.

Are Always Learning - Like the educators and students we serve, we believe in lifelong learning. We embrace change, seek feedback and stay curious—because every challenge is a chance to grow stronger, smarter, and more impactful.

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