Purchaser

Position: Purchaser

Location: Port Coquitlam, BC (Head Office)

Are you an organized people-person with a passion for purchasing? Are you a driven individual in search of a career that provides stability and exceptional benefits? You're in luck! Lordco Auto Parts is looking for a Purchasing Administrator. Join our Port Coquitlam, BC, head office team and let work, work for you.

We understand that starting a career can be daunting, but we provide a supportive environment where you can grow both personally and professionally. Our state-of-the-art head office is designed to inspire and motivate you daily. This is a fantastic opportunity that you won't want to miss!

Lordco Auto Parts is Canada’s biggest privately held automotive parts distributor and Western Canada’s largest distributor and retailer of aftermarket parts and accessories, with over 85 store locations across Western Canada and is a family-owned and operated business since 1974. Start your career in the automotive industry and grow with us today!

We got you covered!

Our employees are our family, and we want to make sure they are taken care of. Your health and well-being matter to us, and we are dedicated to providing top-notch programs and plans to support you and your loved ones. We want you to feel valued and welcomed within our diverse, inclusive team, and here’s how we do it:

• Extended Benefits for You and Your Family

• Health, Dental & Vision Care Insurance
• Life Insurance, Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment Disability
• Education and Savings Plans, RRSP matching
• Health and Wellness Program
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Generous Employee Perks and Discounts
• Career Development Support & Promote-From-Within Culture to enhance your expertise and maximize your career journey

What you’ll do:

• Order Placement:
• Place and track purchase orders for parts and materials
• Ensure orders are correctly processed and follow up on order statuses
• Supplier Coordination:
• Act as the primary point of contact between suppliers and internal departments
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure favorable terms and reliable service
• Delivery Status:
• Monitor shipment statuses and ensure timely deliveries
• Expedite orders as necessary and manage delivery schedules to meet company needs
• Vendor Management:
• Hold vendors accountable for agreed upon Leadtimes, on-time delivery of materials, Fill rate and prompt communication regarding any delays
• Claim Processing:
• Process claims for any discrepancies or issues with shipments or invoices
• Work with vendors and internal departments to resolve claims and ensure satisfactory outcomes
• Reporting:
• Prepare and maintain necessary reports related to procurement activities, shipment statuses, and supplier performance
• Analyze data and provide insights to improve procurement processes and vendor relationships
• Additional Duties:
• Perform other related duties as required to support the procurement and supply chain functions of the company
• Perform administrative tasks as required

Do you fit the part?

• Automotive knowledge or experience is an advantage
• 3+ years of professional experience OR related post secondary education
• Strong interpersonal skills when dealing with all stakeholders
• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities
• Must be detail-oriented and disciplined with strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills
• Take ownership of assigned suppliers and demonstrate strong time management and problem-solving skills
• Self-motivated individual who can work well independently and as part of a team to achieve corporate objectives, willing to put in extra time to complete tasks
• Intermediate computer skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint) with advanced skills in Excel.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information
• Strong time management, organizational, and prioritizing skills
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with employees and managers

At Lordco Auto Parts, we are committed to fostering a culture that celebrates diversity, promotes equity, and prioritizes inclusion in every aspect of our organization. We recognize that embracing diversity enriches our workplace, enhances our perspectives, and fuels innovation.

Salary range is $55K - $65K, based on experience