Purchasing Coordinator- Shop

Brooks, AB, Canada
Full Time
Experienced
Position Title: Purchasing Coordinator - Brooks Shop
Location: Brooks, AB

Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly organized and dynamic Purchasing Coordinator to join our team. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment and is adept at managing a wide range of purchasing activities, including the organization, acquisition, stocking, and dispersal of inventory. This role requires a mechanically inclined individual with proficient computer skills, exceptional multitasking abilities, and the capacity to perform urgent tasks as required. 



Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Completion of toolbox & FLHA’s for shop & yard activities, ensure crews are complying with League PPE requirements for work within yards.
  • Efficiently organize, acquire, stock, and disperse inventory, focusing on small equipment, tools, and supplies for field crews.
  • Execute purchase orders and manage supplies inventory with a keen eye for detail and accuracy.
  • Adapt to the evolving needs of the organization, showcasing an ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively.
  • Maintain accurate inventory and certification records for small equipment, tools and supplies.
  • Manage and input data into inventory tracking sheet.
  • Source the appropriate small equipment, tools and supplies required for construction operations with a cost efficiency mindset.
  • Work collaboratively with other departments and offices to ensure efficient small equipment, tools and supplies sharing.
  • Complete field hot shots/delivery of small equipment, tools and supplies to various project locations throughout Alberta, Saskatchewan and British Columbia as required.
  • Participate in League’s NSC program in order to perform field deliveries.
  • Demonstrate mechanical inclination by understanding and sourcing the appropriate small equipment, tools and supplies required for operational success.
  • Service small equipment such as generators, small water pumps, etc.
  • Complete maintenance tasks, including seasonal responsibilities like snow clearing, grass mowing, weed spraying, etc.
  • Ensure cleanliness and proper inventory of crew trucks and job vans.
  • Cleaning and washing of heavy equipment as required.
  • Assist Field crews with loading and unloading materials, ensuring proper handling and logistics.
  • Accurate & descriptive timesheets submitted prior to the next day.
  • Manage one to two employees and assign shop and inventory tasks.
 
  • Supporting Leagues maintenance department with equipment wash records and other required documentation on small equipment.
  • Attend daily meeting to review activities.
  • Work is Monday to Friday with every second weekend on-call. This role is 50% desk work and 50% hands on tasking in a shop environment.



Qualifications and Skills:
  • Proven experience in purchasing, inventory management, or a similar role.
  • Proficient computer skills, with Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel, and the ability to quickly learn new software.
  • Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot in a fast-paced environment.
  • Mechanical aptitude with a good understanding of tools and consumables used in field operations.
  • Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Valid driver’s license.
  • Able to drive larger 1-ton or 2-ton trucks while pulling trailers and comply with NSC driving regulations.
  • Cargo securement.

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