Peak Renewables Kootenays Ltd.

Purchasing Agent

Location: East Kootenays

About Peak Renewables Kootenays:

Our Company is based in the beautiful Kootenay region of British Columbia. At Peak Kootenays, our people are core to the success of the company, both at present and in the future. Our diversified company is focused on the sustainable planning and implementation of forestry activities throughout the region. Our passion is improving operations, so they become efficient and successful for our customers. From analyzing data and introducing technology, to delivering real-time results, we enable continuous improvement in forest operations, timber milling and remanufacturing of wood products. We strive to work closely with our communities and First Nation partners as we develop our company throughout the Kootenays. Join us and be part of a dynamic and growing company.

Key responsibilities:

• Daily purchasing requirements to support real-time operations
• Vendor Relationship and Purchasing Power Management
• Further Development of Purchasing Procedure and Policy(s) as required
• Management of the purchasing order process for financial accuracy
• Work with other business units, including Finance and Operations to resolve outstanding invoices and issues.
• Effectively communicate with all areas of business and deliver a high standard of internal customer service; process changes, analysis of issues, investigation and issue resolution and provide direction for improvements.

Requirements:

• Post secondary education or equivalent experience in purchasing role.
• Effective written and oral communication, negotiation, and persuasion skills.
• Analytical and mathematical capabilities to compare prices and quantities and consider vendor contract terms.
• Ability to evaluate market conditions and source using various suppliers.
• Strong conceptual, analytical, problem-solving skills and sound decision-making abilities
• Demonstrated ability to work with people of all levels within the organization.
• Strong organizational, time management and planning skills with the ability to prioritize and multi-task.
• Working Knowledge of Forestry, sawmill and wood manufacturing Industry would be an asset.

Benefits:

• Extended health care
• Dental
• RRSP Program
• Salary Based on experience

We thank all applicants for their interest in our Company, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.