Talent.com
Purchasing Agent
Purchasing AgentEquest • Calgary, Alberta, Canada
No longer accepting applications
Purchasing Agent

Purchasing Agent

Equest • Calgary, Alberta, Canada
3 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, L.L.C. 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, L.L.C. 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 careers@orionsteel.com or call : (312) 533-3577. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

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

    Create a job alert for this search

    Purchasing Agent • Calgary, Alberta, Canada

    Similar jobs
    Deliver with Uber - Sign Up and Start Earning

    Deliver with Uber - Sign Up and Start Earning

    Uber eats • Okotoks, AB, CA
    Full-time +2
    Delivering with Uber is an alternative to a part-time or full-time job and can get you earning cash quickly.Delivering with Uber allows you to earn quick cash while maintaining the flexibility your...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Spanish Private Tutoring Jobs Okotoks

    Spanish Private Tutoring Jobs Okotoks

    Superprof • Okotoks, Canada
    Full-time +1
    Superprof is Canada's #1 tutoring platform, and we're actively recruiting passionate tutors! Whether you're a student, a professional, or simply someone who loves teaching, join the largest communi...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Freight Broker (Operating) Agent

    Freight Broker (Operating) Agent

    Challenger Motor Freight Inc. • Calgary, AB
    Remote
    Full-time
    Challenger is seeking motivated individuals to join our team as Freight Broker (Operating) Agent.As a Freight Broker Agent, you'll play a pivotal role in expanding our customer base and providing t...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago
    Strategic EPC / EPCM Procurement Buyer — Calgary (Hybrid)

    Strategic EPC / EPCM Procurement Buyer — Calgary (Hybrid)

    Ausenco • Calgary
    Full-time
    A global engineering firm located in Calgary, Alberta is seeking a Procurement Specialist (Buyer) to develop purchasing strategies and manage procurement packages. The ideal candidate will have 5-7 ...Show more
    Last updated: 21 days ago • Promoted
    Strategic Claims & Supply Chain Manager (Hybrid)

    Strategic Claims & Supply Chain Manager (Hybrid)

    Queer Tech • Calgary
    Full-time
    A leading insurance company is seeking a Claims Account Manager to enhance supply chain efficiency and manage supplier relationships. Key responsibilities include data analysis, strategy development...Show more
    Last updated: 3 days ago • Promoted
    Healthcare Account Manager — Wound Care (Uncapped Earnings)

    Healthcare Account Manager — Wound Care (Uncapped Earnings)

    Kaizen Lab Inc. • Calgary
    Full-time
    A healthcare company seeks a self-motivated Account Manager to penetrate the market and drive sales of medical products.The role involves managing hospital and clinic relationships, providing produ...Show more
    Last updated: 21 days ago • Promoted
    Claims Advisor - 18 Month Contract (Calgary or Vancouver)

    Claims Advisor - 18 Month Contract (Calgary or Vancouver)

    BFL CANADA • airdrie, ab, ca
    Temporary
    We offer more than a job, we offer a career!.We support our employees to shape their career by encouraging continuing education and investing in training and development. We put our employees at the...Show more
    Last updated: 29 days ago • Promoted
    Bilingual Mortgage Agent

    Bilingual Mortgage Agent

    True North Mortgage Recruiting • Calgary
    Full-time
    Bow Valley Square (Tower 2), Calgary, Alberta, Canada.Posted Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 5 : 00 a.Would you like to be proud of where you work and the products you sell? How about enjoying coming to...Show more
    Last updated: 19 days ago • Promoted
    Commercial Real Estate Agent

    Commercial Real Estate Agent

    LIANG Commercial Real Estate • Calgary
    Full-time
    LIANG Commercial is the #1 Business & Commercial Team with Century 21® Canada with offices in both Calgary and Edmonton and has been in Alberta Commercial Real Estate industry over 20 years, and ou...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Elder Care Provider Wanted - Okotoks Ab Home Care Elderly Care $20 / Hour Family Seeking Provider

    Elder Care Provider Wanted - Okotoks Ab Home Care Elderly Care $20 / Hour Family Seeking Provider

    ElderCare.com • Okotoks, Alberta, Canada
    Part-time
    Virdell is a family in Okotoks, Alberta looking for an experienced elder care provider.As a casual employee to cover hours as needed, Your primary responsibility will be providing home care and res...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Hybrid Claims Account Manager | Elevate Supplier Performance

    Hybrid Claims Account Manager | Elevate Supplier Performance

    Intact Financial Corporation • Calgary
    Full-time
    A leading insurance firm in Calgary, Alberta, is seeking a Claims Account Manager to revolutionize the supply chain within the insurance sector. The ideal candidate will analyze data, manage supplie...Show more
    Last updated: 3 days ago • Promoted
    Procurement Specialist (Buyer)

    Procurement Specialist (Buyer)

    Ausenco Pty Ltd. • Calgary
    Full-time
    If you’re like us, you don’t have much time for the way things are.Ausenco is a global company redefining what’s possible. Our team is based across 26 offices in 14 countries, with projects in over ...Show more
    Last updated: 21 days ago • Promoted
    Warranty Advisor

    Warranty Advisor

    Rocky Mountain Equipment • Calgary
    Full-time
    RME is committed to providing employees with ample opportunities to contribute and be recognized.To look beyond barriers, to provide solutions and to be challenged. Customers come to depend on RME E...Show more
    Last updated: 4 days ago • Promoted
    Ramp Agent

    Ramp Agent

    FedEx • Calgary, Alberta, CA
    Part-time
    GENERAL SUMMARY Coordinates all operations relating to aircraft loading / unloading activities; provides leadership to cargo handlers and operational and personnel support.May perform job du...Show more
    Last updated: less than 1 hour ago • New!
    Real Estate Agents

    Real Estate Agents

    BRIX Real Estate Group - REAL Broker • Calgary
    Full-time
    Real Estate Agents — Ready to Scale Without Burning Out?.If you’re consistently closing.You’re closing 12–24 deals / year. You feel busy but capped by time.You want better systems, not more chaos.You ...Show more
    Last updated: 9 days ago • Promoted
    Emplois en assurance de dommages-FR

    Emplois en assurance de dommages-FR

    Desjardins • Calgary
    Full-time
    Join to apply for the Emplois en assurance de dommages-FR role at Desjardins.Be among the first 25 applicants.Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Vous croyez que le domain...Show more
    Last updated: 21 days ago • Promoted
    Distribution Manager - Confidential

    Distribution Manager - Confidential

    Confidential • airdrie, ab, ca
    Full-time
    Hand's on leader managing day-to-day operating activities of the Distribution department.This includes hiring, training, and supervising distribution staff and establishing positive employee relati...Show more
    Last updated: 14 days ago • Promoted
    Procurement Specialist - Elevation Capital

    Procurement Specialist - Elevation Capital

    Elevation Capital • calgary, ab, ca
    Full-time
    Elevation Capital is a group of internationally impactful companies spanning consumer packaged goods, hospitality, technology, real estate, non-profit, and venture funding.Run by a highly entrepren...Show more
    Last updated: 7 hours ago • Promoted • New!