Join FibreCast Inc., a leader in refractory solutions, and build a rewarding career as a Purchasing Clerk. We're looking for a detail-oriented and motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and enjoys working with suppliers, inventory, and procurement processes. If you're organized, eager to learn, and ready to contribute to a company known for quality, innovation, and teamwork, we want to hear from you. At FibreCast, you'll have the opportunity to grow your skills, make a meaningful impact, and be part of a team that supports industries across North America.
Apply today and help keep our operations moving forward with the materials and supplies that drive our success.
Job Overview:
The Purchasing Clerk is responsible for supporting the procurement process by purchasing goods, materials, and supplies needed for daily business operations. This role involves creating and processing purchase orders, maintaining inventory levels, communicating with suppliers, tracking deliveries, and ensuring accurate purchasing records. The Purchasing Clerk works closely with internal departments and external vendors to help ensure products and services are obtained on time, within budget, and in accordance with company policies.
The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working with spreadsheets, purchasing systems, and vendor communications. Previous experience in administration, customer service, inventory control, or purchasing is beneficial, but a four-year degree is not required. This position offers an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to build a career in purchasing, procurement, supply chain, or operations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Coordinate with Sales, Inventory and Production to maintain proper stocking levels
- Generate purchase part numbers and vendor pricing in Odoo (ERP) in an accurate and timely manner
- Conduct material planning based on inventory levels and sales demands, ensure purchasing orders are issued to suppliers timely and accurately.
- Ensure all Receiving completed is accurate in a timely manner.
- Generate Purchase Orders for all production and sales requirements.
- Generate Purchase Orders for Plant/Office Supplies based on requirements.
- Generate Purchase Order for Maintenance Services and repairs based on requirements.
- Generate the Request for Quote for all purchased items.
- Assist with vendor management in ERP systems
Job Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
- 1–2 years of administrative, clerical, customer service, inventory, or purchasing experience preferred.
- Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
- Accurate data entry and record-keeping abilities.
- Good attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to communicate professionally with suppliers, vendors, and internal staff.
- Basic math skills for pricing, quantities, and purchase order reconciliation.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple deadlines.
- Experience with inventory management, ERP systems, or procurement software is an asset but not required.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Dependable, professional, and customer-service oriented.
- Willingness to learn purchasing processes, company policies, and inventory procedures.
- Experience in retail, warehouse, logistics, manufacturing, or office administration is considered an asset.
- Remote work (1–2 days per week) may be available after full training, typically after one year in the role.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $38,000.00-$48,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Profit sharing
- RRSP match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care
- Work from home
Work Location: In person
