Supply Chain Manager
Trycewell Partners
- Edmonton, AB
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Generate purchase orders, solicit bid proposals, and assess requisitions for goods
- Explore opportunities for new products and procure replacement parts
- Manage inventory levels to support operations and adjust re-order points as per business needs
- Coordinate the acquisition of materials, components, and equipment according to production schedules
- Identify areas for cost reduction and implement appropriate measures
- Ensure vendors meet quality requirements and enforce standards
- Negotiate favorable pricing and oversee purchase transactions with vendors
- Monitor order status and ensure timely delivery
- Forecast future product requirements based on demand and market trends
- Conduct inventory cycle counts and manage physical inventory programs
- Submit purchase orders to vendors accurately and promptly
- Proficiency in strategic supply-chain activities such as supply planning, sourcing, contracts, and supplier performance management
- 5-10 years of purchasing/supply chain management experience, preference given to candidates with strong technical experience or engineering background
- Strong analytical, critical thinking, complex problem-solving skills
- Experience working in a manufacturing company would be an asset
- Organized, self-motivated with the ability to work both independently and as a team
- Excellent computer skills, able to use Microsoft Office and inventory software/systems (e.g. SAP, ERP)
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Ability to use solid judgement and decision-making skills
- Supply Chain related Diploma, Certificate or Degree