Procurement Specialist

Texcan provides customers with high quality wire and cable products at the best value possible. As one of Canada’s largest distributor for over 45 years, we have built a reputation for going to great lengths for our customers. We supply solutions for a variety of different markets in residential, commercial, industrial and emerging green markets such as wind farms, solar energy, hydroelectric, water and waste treatments.

We are a proud member of the Sonepar Group, the world's largest privately-held electrical distributor. The Sonepar Group is present in more than 40 countries with over 45,000 employees. In Canada, we are represented by 6 locally managed electrical and industrial distributors and have over 110 locations with coverage in 9 provinces.

What's In It For You?

• You will be joining a market leader with over 40 years of experience to help you elevate your potential.
• You will be working for the world's #1 privately held business to business distributor of electrical products and related solutions.
• Be part of an ISO certified company with a strong a quality assurance program and new technologies which help you perform at your best.
• Attractive compensation with benefits and “other perks” such as tuition reimbursement.
• Employee Referral provides the opportunity to earn more while you work by referring one of the best you know.
• In-depth process and product training provided by a mentored approach, product knowledge sessions hosted by the Product Manager and lunch and learn meetings.
• We house the largest inventory to better service our customers and deliver on sales commitments.

Scope of the Position

The Procurement Specialist partners closely with Sales and suppliers to support quoting, sourcing, and procurement for non-stock items, project bids, and urgent customer requests. This role plays a critical part in ensuring accurate product selection, competitive pricing, and timely delivery while maximizing sales margin and minimizing risk. Success in this role is measured by the quality and competitiveness of bids, margin optimization, and the ability to effectively support Sales in winning business.

Responsibilities

• Review and qualify requests for quotation (RFQs) from Sales to ensure completeness and alignment with customer requirements.
• Analyze customer requirements, specifications, and inventory availability to ensure accurate product selection and quoting.
• Identify gaps in RFQs and provide guidance to Sales to strengthen proposals and improve win rates.
• Support Sales in optimizing margin by identifying upsell opportunities, substitutions, and value-added solutions.
• Review and interpret bills of materials (BOMs), engineering drawings, and bid documents to ensure compliance and mitigate risk.
• Prepare and support landed cost calculations and provide input into bid strategy and pricing decisions.
• Source materials and obtain pricing, availability, and technical information from suppliers.
• Negotiate with suppliers to secure competitive pricing, improved terms, and favourable delivery schedules to support business objectives.
• Identify and act on cost-saving opportunities related to materials, freight, and operational efficiencies.
• Investigate and resolve supplier, freight, and invoice discrepancies in collaboration with internal teams.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma required; post-secondary education in business or a related field is required/preferred.
• Minimum 3+ years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or a related role.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume environment with competing priorities.
• Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams and with external partners.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Outlook.
• Working knowledge of ERP systems and digital tools is an asset.

Benefits & Perks

• We offer a competitive salary, plus a full set of benefits, including:
• Flexible benefits program allowing you to choose from options that best fit you and your dependents’ needs. Benefit options include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Spending Account & RRSP matching.
• Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Discounts and a career path.
• Regardless of your benefits program, you will receive company paid Life Insurance, and employee paid disability.