Purchasing Coordinator

Status:

Regular, Full time

Location:

Burnaby, British Columbia

About the Role

The Purchaser is a central operational role responsible for maintaining optimal inventory levels, supporting six core branches, and helping coordinate the flow of materials across a wider network of 15 total locations. You will use Epicor Prophet 21 (P21) daily to manage replenishment settings, correct errors, and maintain clean, accurate system data.

Key Responsibilities

Inventory & Replenishment

• Manage purchasing and stock replenishment for six core locations
• Coordinate inter‑branch transfers across 15 total locations
• Maintain accurate purchasing metrics in Epicor Prophet 21 (P21)
• Monitor stock levels and ensure timely replenishment to avoid outages or excess inventory
• Identify trends, adjust settings, and manage stock write‑downs where required

Supplier & Product Management

• Communicate with vendors regarding pricing, availability, lead times, returns, and discrepancies
• Manage bulk supplier purchases, including assessing volume opportunities, aligning buys with inventory strategy, and coordinating distribution across multiple branches
• Resolve issues such as shortages, late shipments, and product defects

Cross‑Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with sales, operations, and warehouse teams to understand demand, project needs, and customer requirements
• Support internal stakeholders with product sourcing, substitutions, and alternative solutions
• Assist with error correction to help reduce discrepancies, drive system accuracy, and improve process consistency

Technical + Product Knowledge

• Develop and maintain an understanding of key product lines to support effective purchasing decisions
• Monitor manufacturer updates and changes impacting stocking strategy

What You Bring

• Experience in purchasing, supply chain, industrial distribution, manufacturing, or related environments
• Wholesale electrical industry experience is strongly preferred
• Strong communication and organization skills—able to coordinate across multiple teams and locations
• Negotiation instincts and confidence working directly with suppliers
• A self‑starter mindset with the ability to manage priorities in a multi‑site workflow
• Intermediate or stronger experience with ERP inventory management, ideally Epicor Prophet 21
• Comfort analyzing data, spotting inconsistencies, and improving system accuracy

What’s in it for you

We are a major player, involved in the energy transformation in Canada. Our dynamic work environment promotes autonomy and decision making, and offers great career opportunities. 

 

What sets us apart is our: 

• Annual profit-sharing offered to all in addition to our competitive compensation: rewarding accomplishments is part of our culture.

• A strong national network offering real opportunities to grow: our people make the difference. 

 

Among our benefits: 

• Flexible group insurance plan customizable to your needs. 

• Free health resources available 24/7: Telemedicine and Employee Assistance Program (EAP). 

• Group RRSP with employer contribution and TFSA. 

• Postsecondary Scholarship Program for our employee’s children. 

• Charging terminals available at our facilities. 

• Years of Service Recognition Program.

 

Come build your career with us, a growing network where our people make it happen! 

 

Our recruitment process ensures equality and diversity. Please note that only successful candidates will be contacted.