Purchaser / Inventory Analyst

Etobicoke, ON

About us:

We are Hiring Help, a recruitment services company who bridge the gap between companies looking to hire and applicants seeking a job in their field. We specialize in the acquisition of qualified and skilled candidates to help our clients succeed in their businesses.

About the Company:

We are a leading retailer of luxury bath tubs and fixtures including, furniture, vanities, tiles and mosaics. We have showrooms across the GTA and we are currently seeking a Purchaser / Inventory Analyst for our location in Etobicoke, Ontario.

As the Purchaser / Inventory Analyst, you will be responsible for the procurement of plumbing fixtures for our retail stores. The ideal candidate will have excellent customer service, organizational and communication skills, and be a people-person who thrives in a team environment.

Your Tasks:

• Monitor inventory levels based on demand
• Ensure product and vendor details are updated in the system, including product availability, pricing, and tax codes
• Create and process purchase orders and send to vendors for fulfillment
• Order tracking and follow-up to ensure timely delivery of goods
• Liaise with vendors to ensure that pricing and quantities are accurate on the purchase orders; strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills are required
• Communicate any issues with products with the affected store locations; such as; price increases, product availability, or delivery delays
• Contact vendors regarding any damaged or missing goods
• Ensure purchase orders are received as ordered and submit to accounting team when complete
• Work collaboratively with other departments, such as; sales, shipping/receiving, and accounting
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

We Require:

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in a related field
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a purchasing role
• Must have experience with inventory re-order reports and auto replenishment systems
• Must have experience resolving inventory variances and cycle counts
• Prior experience in a customer service role is an asset
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office, particularly with Excel
• Excellent time management and organizational skills; able to multi-task
• Self-starter who is able to work well with minimal supervision
• Problem-solver with strong attention to detail
• Must be able to work until 8 pm sometimes

Our Offer:

• Competitive pay based on experience, $40,000-$45,000 annually
• Great benefits
• Opportunity for growth
• A positive and engaging work environment

Please send us your resume today for further consideration. Our recruitment team will review all applications and then reach out to the top applicants for more information. Thanks for taking the time to review and we look forward to hearing from you!