Senior Purchaser

BE Power Equipment is a leading manufacturer of pressure washers, air compressors, generators, and water pumps serving industrial markets in over 30 countries. Headquartered in Abbotsford, BC, our third generation, family-owned business is focused on designing quality products and delivering exceptional service.

We are on the hunt for an experienced SENIOR PURCHASER to join our growing team!  Reporting to the Supply Chain Manager, this position is responsible for the overall execution and management of several key strategic accounts.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Manage a portfolio of large and complex strategic accounts and contracts including critical part management with timely sourcing and renewals.
• Assist the Supply Chain Manager with the development of supply chain strategies to reduce costs and achieve established budget targets.
• Proactively work with vendors to mitigate price increases, negotiate fair pricing terms, ensure quality standards are met, and goods / services are received on time.
• Monitor supplier performance consisting of managing discrepancies and errors, troubleshooting issues and implementing corrective actions, seek out alternate suppliers where needed.
• Proactively communicate challenges, roadblocks, issues, and potential disruptions which may negatively impact production and overall company performance.
• Conduct and coordinate pre-bid meetings, facilitate onsite tours while representing BE’s best interests.
• Manage the end-to-end procurement process including RFP/RFQ preparation, bid evaluations and preparation of contract documents for review and approval.
• Prepare, process, and provide recommendations on contract change orders.
• Monitor inventory to ensure the flow of goods remain favorable preventing production backlogs and manufacturing delays.
• Work closely with internal stakeholders and understand their requirements and specifications.
• Provide guidance and expertise to the Purchasing Team as needed.
• Research and identify potential suppliers of goods and services required in our environment.
• Lead the sourcing, bid evaluation, selection, procurement, and delivery of materials/services required for your portfolio of accounts.
• Purchase goods and/or services that meet the quantity, quality, cost, inventory requirements and lead time expectations of the organization.
• Perform transactional purchasing duties such as but not limited to:

• preparing & issuing purchasing orders
• tracking & maintaining inventory accuracy of SKU’s and supplies
• filing warranty claims with vendors
• reporting of various KPI’s
• maintain & update records using the ERP system