Job Description
About the Company:
Crown Packaging is an integrated manufacturer and marketer of corrugated cartons and sheets, printed paper wraps and wallboard tape. We have built a strong and loyal customer base by developing and nurturing strategic partnership style relationships.
The two converting facilities, known as Crown Packaging and BoxMaster, operate with extensive customer reach and distribution capabilities throughout British Columbia and Alberta. Crown was recently acquired by Atlas Holdings with the objective of delivering significant growth and value creation.
We currently have an opening for a permanent, full-time Buyer to join our Purchasing team, based out of our location in Richmond, BC. This role reports directly to the Purchasing Manager.
Please note, our location is not situated near public transit, applicants must have their own vehicle.
Position Summary:
The position will entail managing purchase orders to suppliers in order to complete customer orders and maintain warehouse consumables. Along with this you will also plan and advise on inventory items that require purchasing to maintain efficient stock levels.
As your role will require constant and clear communication with suppliers, you will require great communication skills and have the ability to be proactive in finding solutions for supply chain issues. This position is a hands-on position where you will be working with, and ensuring the proper coordination between, logistics, dispatch, procurement, and warehousing.
Job responsibilities for this position:
• Ensures the order placement and delivery of materials is made according to business needs.
• Works in conjunction with other departments and maintain the inventory of purchases.
• Manages the budget for repairable spares as well as all other stocked spare materials .
• Process PR’s and PO’s and issues tickets.
• Oversees the new spares requests.
Requirements:
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 5 years Buyer’s experience.
• Proficiency in MS Office, UPS software and Outlook.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Proficient in 4site.
• Fork truck certification.
• Hazardous material transportation training.
This position offers a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package.
If you feel like you would be a good fit for this role, please apply through indeed or send your resume to [email protected].
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.