Purchasing Agent

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

Job Title: Purchasing Agent

• THIS IS A SAFETY SENSITIVE POSITION*
  
  

Job Overview: The Purchasing Agent will mainly be responsible for negotiating prices with vendors and contractors. This individual will also be working closely with various departments in the plant to ensure availability of equipment. This role will report directly to the plant manager.

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 markets, material availability, pricing, and supplier conditions to develop cost-effective procurement strategies.
• Identify, evaluate, and negotiate with vendors and suppliers for materials, equipment, services, and supplies.
• Implement and maintain purchasing, procurement, and contract management policies and procedures.
• Develop equipment, product, and material specifications and identify suitable alternatives when needed.
• Prepare and process requisitions, purchase orders, contracts, and supplier documentation in accordance with company policies.
• Monitor purchase orders and supplier performance to ensure materials and equipment are delivered accurately and on time.
• Resolve vendor and contractor issues, including grievances, claims, and purchase order discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate purchasing, receiving, inventory, and supplier records, including online purchasing systems.
• Partner with the Maintenance Manager and Maintenance Team to procure spare parts and support maintenance activities and plant operations.
• Support inventory control, surplus material disposal, and HSE audit requirements, including internal and external reporting.
  
  

Job Requirements

• Associate or bachelor's degree in a purchasing-related field preferred, or equivalent work experience demonstrating relevant knowledge and skills.
• Must have at least 5 years of working experience in a related role
• Must have experience using ERP systems
• Must have experience working in a manufacturing setting
• Must be able to collaborate with multiple individuals or departments
• Highly effective time management and task prioritization abilities
• Strong organizational skills
• Safety and Compliance
  
  

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.