Purchasing Lead

Purchasing Lead

Point Hope Maritime, Victoria, British Columbia

Point Hope Maritime, a full-service shipyard strategically located on the harbour in Victoria, BC has an exciting and immediate opening for a Purchasing Lead in Victoria, BC. This is a 1-year temporary position to cover a maternity leave.

Reporting to the Manager – Purchasing, Equipment, & Logistics, the Purchasing Lead will be responsible for coordinating purchasing activities, managing supplier relationships, and supporting operational requirements.

Employment Type: Full-Time, Hourly – 1 year Temporary (may lead to ongoing position)

Hours of Work: regularly 40 hours per week

Hourly Rate: $33.00

Business Unit: Point Hope Maritime

Location: Victoria, British Columbia

Reporting to: Manager – Purchasing, Equipment, & Logistics

What we offer:

• Competitive pay
• Comprehensive benefits package upon completion of 3 months probationary period
• Opportunity to work in the thriving ship repair/ship building industry

Responsibilities:

• Receive incoming orders, match packing slips to shipments, and safely unload palletized deliveries using a forklift.
• Monitor and maintain warehouse inventory levels, ensuring supplies are available and storage areas remain tidy and organized.
• Review requisitions, identify appropriate suppliers, and generate purchase orders within the ERP system.
• Place orders directly with suppliers for materials, tools, parts, subcontractor services, and consumables.
• Track and arrange delivery schedules to align with operational needs and business flow requirements.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to secure the best pricing, quality, and reliability.
• Communicate effectively via email and in person with team members and suppliers to confirm product specifications and order details.
• Receive and process orders in the ERP system, notify recipients of arrivals, and restock consumables into the warehouse as needed.

Education and Experience:

• Knowledge of warehouse operations and inventory management practices.
• Experience managing supplier relationships, negotiating pricing, and ensuring timely delivery of materials and services.
• 3–5 years of experience, preferably in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain
• management, preferably in construction, contracting, or related industries.
• Experience using ERP systems to generate purchase orders, track shipments, and maintain accurate records.
• Post-secondary education in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, or a related field is preferred.
• Previous experience supervising or leading a small team in a purchasing or warehouse environment is an asset.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Strong communication and negotiation abilities
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Detail-oriented with a proactive approach to problem-solving
• Computer proficiency (MS Office, email, data entry)
• Forklift certification (or willingness to obtain)

Requirements:

• Must have a current and valid class 5 driver’s license
• Must be eligible to work in Canada

Application Process:

If you have any questions regarding this position or applying for the position, please reach out and email us at: [email protected]. We want to support all applicants during this process. We are looking forward to connecting with you!

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