Company Overview
GNB Global has grown from a Manitoba-based tension fabric company into a multinational construction company and product manufacturer. Its businesses provide turnkey fabric buildings, and commercial overhead doors.
Summary
The Buyer supports the Vendor Relations Manager and Project Management teams by procuring materials, components, and supplies for project operations. This position is responsible for processing purchase orders, monitoring deliveries, and helping maintain accurate purchasing data within the ERP system.
The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, and able to communicate effectively with internal departments. Responsibilities·
-Review purchase requisitions to identify material requirements.
· Create and issue purchase orders according to approved pricing, quantities, specifications, and required delivery dates.
· Follow up with suppliers to confirm purchase orders and monitor delivery commitments.
· Maintain accurate purchase order information within the ERP system, including pricing, quantities, and delivery dates.
· Coordinate with Receiving and Accounts Payable to resolve quantity discrepancies, damaged material, missing documentation, and invoice issues.
· Verify that purchase orders include the correct part numbers, revisions, specifications, and project information.
· Assist with maintaining supplier records, pricing agreements, lead times, and required documentation.
· Assist with Asset Procurement Process including identifying options, negotiating pricing and terms, and writing internal AFE’s (Authorization for Expenditures).
· Assist with Vendor Relations including identifying and onboarding new suppliers, negotiating pricing and terms, and resolving invoicing and credit issues.
· Request material certifications, packing slips, certificates of conformance, and other required supplier documentation.
· Perform additional purchasing and administrative duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
· High school diploma or equivalent required.
· Associate degree in supply chain, business, manufacturing, or a related field preferred.
· Zero to two years of purchasing, procurement, inventory, production-control, or manufacturing experience.
· Basic understanding of purchase orders, inventory, and material requirements preferred.
· Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and other Microsoft Office applications.
· Experience with an ERP, such as NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, or a similar platform, is preferred.
· Strong written and verbal communication skills.
· Strong organizational, follow-up, and time-management skills.
· Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a changing environment.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
· High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
· Basic analytical and problem-solving skills.
· Ability to compare supplier quotes and understand total purchasing costs.
· Ability to work independently while supporting a cross-functional team.
· Strong sense of urgency when addressing project-related requirements.
· Ability to maintain confidential pricing and supplier information.
· Dependable, accountable, and committed to completing assigned follow-up activities.Source materials and products to meet project requirements.
If you’re ready to bring a practical, collaborative approach to project purchasing, apply through Indeed to join GNB Global
Pay: From $65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Work Location: In person
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