Purchaser
(Maintenance & Trades)
Full Time
Prince George, British Columbia, Canada
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We have an exciting opportunity for a Purchaser at Lakeland Mills Ltd. in Prince George, BC!
Sinclar Group Forest Products Ltd. is an integrated wood products manufacturing company with operations throughout north-central British Columbia. Since 1962 the dedicated team at Sinclar Group has been building strong and stable businesses by encouraging leadership and innovation in our workforce, upholding the family values that framed our beginnings, and respecting the needs of the communities in which we all live and work.
While our focus is meeting the needs of our customers, our success is driven by our people.
Lakeland Mills, a division of Sinclar Group Forest Products since 1973, Lakeland Mills has developed a global reputation for producing premium quality stud lumber. When you see the distinctive Lakeland "blue," you know you're working with the best.
Purchaser
Reporting to the Maintenance Superintendent, the Purchaser provides support on purchasing, shipping and receiving and ensures the relevant processes are followed to meet the operational needs and obtain the best value for the Company. This position works closely with the accounting team during the month and year end financial reporting requirements.
The Purchaser is responsible for procuring goods and services in accordance with company policy and professional standards. This position ensures that purchasing, shipping and receiving processes are followed in an efficient and ethical manner while meeting the relevant laws and regulations and providing the best possible value to the operation. The Purchaser is also responsible for reconciling purchasing inventory records, ensuring accuracy and integrity of data, maintaining the warehouse, purchasing system, controls site inventory and conducts physical counts.
Candidates must be proficient in the Microsoft Office suite and demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills essential to represent the company in a professional manner. The successful candidate will possess strong organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills and have the ability to prioritize multiple tasks. A minimum of 3 to 5 years’ experience in an industrial maintenance environment and experience operating mobile equipment is an asset.