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Purchasing AgentEVRAZ North America • Calgary, AB, Canada
Purchasing Agent

Purchasing Agent

EVRAZ North America • Calgary, AB, Canada
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

At Interpro Pipe & Steel Inc., our strength starts with our people! As a team we collaborate to solve problems, contribute ideas and challenge each other to ensure growth and ultimately success for the business and our employees.

Job Responsibilities

We are looking for someone to join our Interpro Pipe and Steel team in Calgary as a Purchasing Agent. In this role you will be in charge of the following :

  • Product Sourcing & Purchasing : Research, source, and purchase high-quality products and materials, ensuring timely delivery at competitive prices.
  • Supplier Management : Develop and maintain strong relationships with vendors and suppliers, negotiating pricing, terms, and delivery schedules.
  • Inventory Management : Work closely with key stakeholders including Production, Maintenance and Operations teams to maintain optimal stock levels, ensuring product availability and minimizing excess inventory.
  • Market Analysis : Continuously monitor market trends and industry changes, identifying new suppliers or cost-saving opportunities.
  • Order Management : Create purchase orders, monitor order status, and follow up with suppliers to ensure timely delivery.
  • Cost Control : Review supplier invoices, analyze pricing trends, and collaborate with finance to ensure that budget guidelines are adhered to.
  • Quality Assurance : Ensure that products meet company quality standards and resolve any issues with defective or non-conforming goods.
  • Reporting & Documentation : Maintain accurate records of purchases, vendor communications, and inventory levels; prepare purchasing reports for management
  • Receiving and issuing parts and cycle counting to maintain optimal stock levels, ensuring product availability and minimizing excess inventory

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, or a related field preferred.
  • Minimum of 2-5 years in a purchasing, procurement or warehouse supervisory role. Experience in steel or heavy manufacturing is a plus.
  • Willingness to travel at least 2-3 quarterly to other sites.
  • Strong negotiation and communication skills.
  • Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
  • Experience with purchasing software or enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems (Oracle or SAP) is a plus.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently.
  • Ability to build and maintain relationships with suppliers and internal teams.
  • Analytical mindset with an understanding of financial metrics related to purchasing.
  • Our total compensation package includes amazing benefits!

    Competitive wages and bonus opportunities

    Family medical, dental, and prescription coverage at minimal employee cost

    Short and long-term disability programs

    Competitive retirement plans

    Employer-provided and Voluntary Life Insurance options

    Paid vacation and recognized statutory holidays

    Apprenticeship and career advancement within the company

    Tuition reimbursement

    While we thank all those who apply, only those being actively considered for employment will be contacted.

    Equal Opportunity Employer

    Orion Steel Group, is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

    Orion Steel Group, is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities.

    If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail

    Join a team that manufactures excellence, drives success and builds careers!

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