Looking for a meaningful part-time opportunity with a predictable schedule? Join Ames as a Part-Time Purchaser and make a direct impact by helping ensure the right products are available at the right time to support our branches, sales teams, and customers.
This 6-month contract, 20-hour-per-week role is a great fit for someone looking for a focused opportunity that provides flexibility while still being part of a collaborative team environment whether you’re returning to the workforce, balancing family or personal commitments, adding a part-time role to your current schedule, or looking to apply your purchasing experience in a new capacity.
At Ames, our people are at the heart of everything we do, and that commitment extends throughout our supply chain. As a Purchaser, you’ll use your problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work with data to support inventory management, purchasing decisions, vendor relationships, and day-to-day business operations.
Working from our office, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to a team that values accountability, continuous improvement, and customer focus. While there is some flexibility in scheduling, we’re looking for someone who can commit to consistent weekly hours and become a reliable part of our team.
Key Responsibilities
Purchasing and Inventory Management
- Replenish inventory and place purchase orders for assigned vendor partners and product categories
- Monitor inventory levels, demand trends, and product performance to maintain appropriate stock levels while minimizing shortages and excess inventory
- Review inventory data and purchasing activity to support informed and cost-conscious purchasing decisions
- Manage vendor order confirmations, pricing updates, and expected arrival information accurately and proactively
- Create and maintain product codes, contract pricing, and inventory records within company systems
Vendor and Supply Chain Coordination
- Build and maintain effective working relationships with vendor partners
- Support purchasing strategies and process improvements that enhance supply chain efficiency and inventory performance
- Coordinate order requirements and delivery timelines with vendors to meet operational and customer needs
- Assist in resolving supply, pricing, availability, and inventory-related issues in a timely and professional manner
Project and Stakeholder Support
- Manage purchasing requirements for large projects, ensuring products are ordered at the appropriate time to support project schedules
- Collaborate closely with sales teams, branch teams, project coordinators, and other stakeholders to understand business needs and purchasing priorities
- Respond to internal and external purchasing inquiries promptly, professionally, and with a solutions-focused mindset
- Support organizational goals by balancing customer requirements, inventory investments, and operational priorities
Continuous Improvement and Team Collaboration
- Identify opportunities to improve purchasing processes, workflows, reporting, and inventory accuracy
- Contribute to a collaborative team culture built on accountability, trust, and continuous improvement
- Role model Ames values while supporting a culture of respect, excellence, and ownership
- Assist with additional duties and projects as required
Qualifications
- 3+ years of purchasing, procurement, inventory management, or supply chain experience
- Post-secondary education in Business, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or a related field considered an asset
- Relevant procurement or supply chain certification considered an asset
- Strong understanding of purchasing principles, inventory management practices, and supply chain processes
- Experience working with ERP systems, procurement software, or inventory management platforms
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
- Successful completion of a background check may be required
Competencies
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Effective communication and relationship-building skills
- Customer-focused and solutions-oriented approach
- Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment
- Proficiency with data analysis, reporting tools, and business systems
- Experience using AI tools to support data analysis, reporting, process improvement, or workflow efficiency is considered a valued asset
Physical Requirements
- The physical demands described are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of this role, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Ability to work at a computer for extended periods throughout the workday
- Ability to perform the duties of the position in an office environment
About Us:
Ames Tile & Stone Ltd. is a Vancouver born, Canadian company, founded by two brothers in 1912.
Fun fact: The partnership between the brothers lasted less than two weeks, but Ames Tile & Stone has lived on for over 100 years.
A family-owned business with a strong reputation built over four generations. Ames Tile & Stone is Western Canada's premier importer and distributor of high-quality ceramic and porcelain tile, luxury vinyl tile and complementary products.
We are a trusted partner in the industry, known for our commitment to exceptional customer service and delivering high-quality, design-forward solutions.
Family. History. Proud to be Ames Tile.
Why Ames?
At Ames, our people come first. We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives are valued, relationships matter, and everyone has the opportunity to grow. Guided by our values, we support our team members at work and beyond because when our people thrive, so does our business.
Our Values
- Respect – We believe in our people
- Curiosity – We dare to ask why
- Accountability – We own the outcome
- Tenacity – We’re an unstoppable force
- Social Responsibility – We leave things better
- Passion – We put our heart into it
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation, annual profit-sharing, referral bonuses, and a company pension plan
- Comprehensive benefits, including a Health Spending Account and Employee & Family Assistance Program
- Work-life balance initiatives, birthday day off, volunteer days, and a hobby & wellness allowance
- Professional development, including tuition reimbursement
- Purpose-driven work through the Ames Family Foundation
- Community & connection: company events (with great food), free on-site parking, EV charging stations
- Extra perks: Ames Tile & Stone discounts for you, friends, and family
- Recognized excellence: COR™ Workplace Certified and Best Workplace Certified Company
Pay: $55,000.00-$68,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
