Admin Coordinator (purchasing)

A Squamish-based accommodation and catering company is looking for an experienced Purchasing Coordinator to join their growing team.  Ideal for someone with previous purchasing experience, proven leadership skills, who is systematical and confident. This individual must be self-motivated, team orientated and be able to work collaboratively with, suppliers, consultants, onsite facility team members and other head office team members.  Offering a competitive salary plus benefits, professional development funds and profit-sharing options.

About the Role, Benefits & Perks:

• Full-time, year-round, 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
• Salary ranging between $52,000 to $65,000 per year based on experience.
• Extended health benefits.
• Profit-sharing opportunities.
• Cell Phone allowance.
• Access to professional development funding.
• Opportunities for advancement in a growing company.

The Perfect Candidate:

• 2+ years experience in procurement and purchasing role.
• Post secondary degree or diploma in business, finance, supply chain mgt, purchasing is an asset.
• Advanced skill in Microsoft Office Suite including Excel, Word, PPT and Outlook.
• Ability to handle pressure, prioritize, meet deadlines and maintain efficiency.
• Strong leadership with excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills.
• Confident, outgoing and positive team player.
• The ability to manage supply in a diverse and sometimes challenging environment.
• The ability to manage supply in a diverse and sometimes challenging environment.
• Strong customer service with excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of hospitality, culinary and/or facility maintenance preferred.

Responsibilities Include:

• Participation in developing and implementing purchasing policies and procedures.
• Receive, manage and approve purchase requisitions.
• Manage inventory items by verifying stock, transferring product and best utilization of existing supply.
• Prepare purchase orders by validating specifications, qty, price, delivery, and vendor qualifications.
• Receive purchased items by forwarding orders to suppliers; monitoring and expediting orders.
• Authorize and approve payment for purchases by maintaining receiving documentation, coding invoices, and updating Purchasing software.
• Keeps information accessible by sorting and filing documents.
• Assist department leaders, support operations, and prioritize supply using proper judgement and needs assessment.
• Organizing shipping manifests and ensuring all supplies are received and errors are resolved.
• Maintaining clear communication between facilities and departments on critical, urgent, and essential parts and supplies.

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