Jr. Buyer

About Wesgar
Wesgar is a leader in the custom sheet metal fabrication industry, specializing in high-mix, low-volume manufacturing for a wide range of global sectors. Based in Port Coquitlam, we pride ourselves on a workplace culture built on empathy, professional development, and operational excellence. We are committed to maintaining a professional, inclusive, and high-energy environment where every team member has the opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects.

Position Summary
We are looking for an experienced Jr. Buyer to support purchasing activities across our manufacturing operations.

This role is responsible for sourcing and purchasing off-the-shelf materials and components, preparing RFQs, reviewing BOM requirements, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring materials are available when needed to support production. The Jr. Buyer will work with guidance from the Purchasing Manager, with support available for more complex purchasing decisions and negotiations.

The ideal candidate has previous purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment, experience working with ERP systems, and sound analytical and decision-making skills. They can balance cost, quality, lead times, and production requirements when making purchasing decisions and are eager to continue developing their purchasing knowledge and commercial judgment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and issue RFQs, compare supplier quotations, and make purchasing recommendations based on price, quality, lead time, and business requirements.
• Review BOMs, purchase requisitions, specifications, and inventory requirements to determine purchasing needs.
• Purchase off-the-shelf materials, components, and supplies required for production.
• Negotiate pricing, lead times, and purchasing terms within established guidelines, with support from the Purchasing Manager as needed, and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Create and maintain purchase orders in the ERP system and monitor open orders through delivery.
• Prioritize urgent requisitions, maintain regular supplier follow-up, provide timely ETA updates to the production team, and escalate delays that could affect production schedules.
• Plan purchases around supplier lead times, inventory levels, and production requirements to reduce the risk of material shortages.
• Work with suppliers to resolve shortages, substitutions, order changes, and other purchasing issues.
• Reconcile purchase orders, receipts, and invoices and investigate pricing, quantity, or billing discrepancies.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing suppliers and identify new vendors when required.
• Work closely with Production, Planning, Engineering, Finance, and other departments to support material availability and operational priorities.

Qualifications & Skills

• 3-4 years of previous purchasing or procurement experience in a manufacturing environment is required.
• Experience preparing RFQs and evaluating supplier quotations.
• Ability to read and understand Bills of Materials (BOMs) and purchasing requirements.
• Sound analytical and decision-making skills, with the ability to weigh price, quality, lead times, and production needs when evaluating purchasing options.
• Experience communicating and negotiating with suppliers on pricing, lead times, or purchasing terms, with the confidence to ask questions and follow through on commitments.
• Ability to identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality or production requirements.
• Experience reconciling purchase orders and invoices and resolving pricing, quantity, or receiving discrepancies.
• Previous experience working with an ERP system is required.
• Strong planning and organizational skills, with the ability to manage supplier lead times, prioritize urgent requirements, and flag potential shortages early.
• Strong attention to detail, a proactive approach to resolving issues, and the judgment to escalate concerns when needed.
• Ability to learn quickly, apply feedback, and develop purchasing and commercial knowledge.
• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.

Preferred Attributes

• Knowledge of industrial, mechanical, or electrical parts and components.
• Experience purchasing materials and components for a manufacturing operation.
• Experience using Epicor or a similar manufacturing ERP system.
• Experience working in sheet metal fabrication, machining, industrial equipment, or a similar manufacturing environment.

Schedule & Pay Details

• Shift: Day shift, with some flexibility around 7:30 AM - 3:30 PM or 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
• Location: Port Coquitlam, BC
• Pay: $60,000 - $70,000 per year
• Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
• Work Location: 100% in office

Why Join Us?
Equal Opportunity: Wesgar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Benefits: Eligible employees have access to extended health care, dental care, life and disability insurance, paid vacation, and company events.
Real-World Impact: Play a key role in ensuring production has the materials it needs while helping Wesgar improve supplier performance, control costs, and prevent supply disruptions.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.