What are the responsibilities and job description for the Purchasing Coordinator position at IKO Industries Ltd.?
IKO Industries Ltd. is a market leader in the manufacturing of roofing and building materials. IKO is a Canadian owned and operated business with production facilities worldwide and has many years of unparalleled success in the roofing materials industry. Quality, integrity, and trustworthiness are the values that underlie this success, and we have built this company by hiring people who hold these values. People like you!
Job Description
Role: Purchasing Coordinator
Job Summary: Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Purchasing Coordinator is responsible for procuring all supplies and materials needed by the facility at competitive prices and terms. This includes maintaining appropriate inventory levels to support production and business needs, conducting market analysis of raw materials, and working closely with vendors, internal departments, and accounts payable to ensure an efficient procurement-to-payment process.
Benefits
- Health Insurance (includes teledoc, virtual health, FSA, HCSA & other benefits)
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Health Spending Account
- Employee Support and Mental Wellness
- Short term disability
- 401k Match
- Paid vacation
- Floating days
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Engagement Events
- Awards and Recognition
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Service Awards
- Employee Perks & Discounts
Job Responsibilities
- Analyze market conditions to assess material availability and identify cost-effective procurement strategies
- Locate and evaluate vendors for materials, equipment, and supplies
- Negotiate and communicate with suppliers to secure favorable terms
- Implement purchasing and contract management policies and procedures
- Participate in developing specifications for equipment, products, or substitute materials
- Prepare and process requisitions and purchase orders for supplies, services, and equipment
- Review purchase orders and contracts for compliance with company policies
- Maintain records of goods ordered and received
- Ensure timely delivery of purchased items according to purchase orders
- Collaborate with the Maintenance Coordinator for spare parts and maintenance support
- Administer online purchasing systems and ensure accurate data in inventory control systems
- Oversee disposal of surplus materials
- Provide leadership to the manufacturing clerk to ensure data accuracy in plant operations
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree required; Business Administration or Accounting preferred
- Minimum 3 years of relevant purchasing experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment
- Experience with ERP systems; JD Edwards preferred
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills
- Ability to prioritize and work effectively in a team-oriented environment
Benefits of Employment: IKO recognizes that its success is due to the strength of its employees. A primary goal of IKO is to promote individual employee's sense of accomplishment and contribution so that employees enjoy their association with IKO. The Company invests in its employees so that they are the most knowledgeable in the industry, and undertakes great efforts to nurture loyalty to, and teamwork at, IKO. We are pleased to offer competitive compensation, health care, a progressive and challenging workplace and a commitment to teamwork and integrity.
Diversity and Equal Opportunity Employment: IKO Industries Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability. IKO Industries Ltd. encourages and welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
