About the job
Working at CB (Canadian Bearings) means being part of a dynamic team, committed to collaborating with one another in the delivery of reliable solutions to our customers. Our culture is one of accountability, authenticity, and continuous development.
It is our vision to be a trusted supplier of industrial operations worldwide, and we are looking for skillful, enthusiastic, and customer-focused people to help us realize this vision together.
We are seeking a dedicated and engaging individual who is ready and willing to challenge themselves by utilizing their unique collection of knowledge, skills and experience in new ways in the following capacity:
Procurement Agent (Hybrid)
Fulltime, Permanent
Mississauga, ON
ROLE PURPOSE
We flawlessly deliver products and services that enable greater safety, reliability, efficiency, and sustainability to industrial operations worldwide. We care, collectively and individually for each other, our customers, the environment, and our company’s performance.
Reporting to the Procurement Manager, the Procurement Agent is responsible for purchasing products for the fulfillment of customer orders and ensuring proper inventory levels. The Procurement Agent assists in reduction of ‘no move’ inventory and supports the Customer Service team in providing reliable service to customers.
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:
- Utilize purchasing reports to monitor inventory quantities and purchase relevant products when required
- Accurately prepare and provide purchase orders to suppliers to optimize customer inventory availability.
- Create and place purchase orders for large monthly stock orders to capitalize on available price rebates, as available and as required.
- Update purchase orders, using an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software, regarding changes to deliveries in a timely fashion, based on vendor confirmations.
- Provide vendor pricing and product availability to CSRs on which they are not able to acquire it directly from the vendor.
- Follow-up with suppliers to confirm and ensure timely delivery of goods, as required.
- Assist in the return of no-moving inventory to vendors as part of the annual return process.
- Assist in the reallocation of slow/no-moving inventory between appropriate CB locations to increase efficient stocking and product availability for customers.
- Collaborate with internal partners (i.e. DCs and Accounts Payable) to inquire and follow-up on missing items to minimize delays in product delivery and payment.
- Complete region-specific tasks and operations as required (i.e., training of new employees in Procurement and Central Warehouse).
WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO OUR TEAM:
- Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Effective problem-solving skills/abilities
- Evidence-based decision-making skills
- Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills
- Basic computer skills
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
- Proficiency in English is required, bilingual in French is an asset
- Prior purchasing experience is an asset
- College diploma with a focus on purchasing or customer service; or equivalent working experience
- High-school diploma (or equivalent); post-secondary degree or diploma preferred
- Prior experience in purchasing and/or inventory management preferred
- Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to multi-task
QUALITIES OF A GREAT FIT:
- Shows attentiveness by accurately understanding and responding to others’ perspectives.
- Committed to achieving goals and consistently striving for high standards of success.
- Works effectively with colleagues, actively contributing to team success and fostering a positive work environment.
- Able to tailors communication style to the audience, ensuring messages are clear and resonate with different stakeholders.
- Earns trust through consistent, reliable actions, demonstrating honesty and professionalism in all interactions.
- Proactively fosters meaningful connections both inside and outside the organization to drive collaboration.
- Takes initiative and promotes mutual respect, ensuring open communication and accountability.
- Identifies solutions quickly and creatively when faced with challenges or limited resources.
- Handles setbacks, rejection, or confrontation with tact, maintaining a positive outlook and professionalism under pressure.
- Takes ownership of tasks, setting personal goals and maintaining discipline in daily work.
- Actively seeks opportunities for growth and stays open to new ideas and methods
BENEFITS OF BEING PART OF THE CB TEAM:
- Competitive Compensation
- Comprehensive Flex Benefits Program
- Paid time off on your birthday
- Personal Development Subsidy
- Employee Recognition Program
- Continued Professional Development Opportunities (access to LinkedIn Learning, product training, third-party personal and professional skills training opportunities)
- Constructive, engaging organizational culture
- Opportunity to work alongside experienced industry professionals
- Opportunities for growth and development
Our careers allow you to utilize your skills, experience and knowledge, at the same time offering you a position that you will find both challenging and rewarding as you begin to feel the real potential of your career goals.
Canadian Bearings is an equal opportunity employer.
Canadian Bearings will provide accommodations for candidates with disabilities. If you are contacted for consideration and require specific accommodation because of a disability or a medical need, please indicate the accommodation required.
We appreciate your interest and thank you for applying to the Canadian Bearings team. Please note that we are only reviewing applications submitted through our job postings on LinkedIn. Only those candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Thank you for your understanding.
