Purchasing Contracts Manager

Job Summary The Purchasing Contracts Manager coordinates purchasing and contract activities to support reliable supply, sound pricing, and effective collaboration across the supply chain. This role works with vendors and internal teams to align sourcing decisions, purchasing needs, and manufacturing requirements. Responsibilities Plan, organize, direct and evaluate purchasing activities for garage doors, openers, replacement parts, hardware, tools and related equipment required for company operations. Develop and implement purchasing policies, supplier selection criteria and procurement procedures to improve operational efficiency and cost control. Prepare and monitor purchasing budgets in coordination with company management, review expenditures and identify opportunities to optimize procurement costs. Identify, evaluate and select manufacturers, distributors and suppliers based on product quality, pricing, availability, service standards and delivery reliability. Negotiate and manage purchasing contracts with suppliers, including pricing agreements, payment terms, delivery schedules, purchasing conditions and contract renewals. Evaluate supplier quotations, analyze purchasing costs and develop sourcing strategies to obtain competitive pricing and maintain reliable supply arrangements. Participate in developing and reviewing specifications for equipment, garage door components and alternative materials to meet operational requirements. Coordinate purchasing requirements with operational staff in Kamloops and Abbotsford, including material procurement and inventory replenishment for Kelowna-area projects and storage facilities. Oversee procurement-related inventory planning, monitor material requirements and coordinate supplier deliveries to minimize shortages and operational delays. Monitor supplier performance and review and process claims involving damaged products, defective materials, incorrect shipments, warranty issues and purchasing disputes. Analyze purchasing records, supplier pricing and procurement expenditures; prepare reports and recommend improvements to purchasing efficiency. Coordinate with office personnel and operational staff regarding purchasing procedures, material requirements, purchase approvals and supplier-related matters. Assess supplier availability, purchasing requirements and supply arrangements to support the company's planned business expansion. Experience Required: Education: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics or a related field. Purchasing Experience: Relevant experience as a purchasing agent or purchasing officer, or equivalent directly relevant procurement experience. Related Experience: Experience in supplier coordination, purchasing agreements, quotation evaluation, inventory planning or procurement administration. Professional Background: Previous experience in administration, management, customer-facing roles or general business operations is considered an asset. Business Knowledge: Familiarity with purchasing procedures, supplier evaluation, contract terms, budgeting and cost management is preferred. Software Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word and Outlook, with the ability to maintain digital purchasing records and learn new business management software. Analytical Skills: Ability to evaluate supplier quotations, compare purchasing costs, maintain accurate records and prepare procurement reports. Communication Skills: Good negotiation, organizational, problem-solving and interpersonal skills, with the ability to coordinate multiple purchasing priorities. Industry Experience: Previous experience in construction materials, equipment supply or a related service industry is considered an asset. Travel Requirements: Valid driver's licence and willingness to travel to Abbotsford, Kelowna and other company service locations as required. Pay: From $30.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week Benefits: Paid t…

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