Purchasing and Retail Specialist
At HomEquip, we are a trusted and experienced team of dedicated professionals offering expert advice and guidance for mobility and accessibility products to make our clients lives easier.
Our Purpose
To provide mobility aids to Winnipeg and surrounding area residents. Your local family-owned medical equipment supply store is here to provide you and your family members products that will aid in access and mobility needs at home or on the go.
Our Promise
To treat each and every one of our customers with a positive, respectful and helpful manner. Understand our clients needs and help them to our fullest with our different services and skills and continue to offer an ethical and fair approach to all business matters
Position Summary:
The Purchasing and Retail Specialist will be responsible for working with the purchasing manager and managing inventory levels, sourcing products, and negotiating with suppliers to ensure HomEquip has the right materials at the right time. This role typically involves supporting local branch operations focusing on maximizing profitability while minimizing inventory investment. The position will also have interactions/sales with clients in our showroom.
Responsibilities
- Purchasing & Procurement: Buying general and specialized materials for operations.
- Inventory Management: Monitoring stock levels to ensure 100% material availability, while reducing excess inventory.
- Supplier Negotiation: Interviewing suppliers to negotiate pricing, discounts, credit terms, and transportation arrangements.
- Logistics Coordination: Establishing, monitoring, and expediting delivery schedules to meet operational needs.
- Data Management: Maintaining purchasing databases, vendor files, price lists, and inventory records.
- Quality Control: Addressing shortages, resolving supplier issues, and ensuring incoming materials meet quality standards.
Required Qualifications & Skills
- Education: A high school diploma is the minimum requirement. Post-secondary degree or diploma in business administration, supply chain, or commerce is preferred.
- Experience: A minimum of 2 years of experience in purchasing or procurement, within a Retail environment preferred.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and experience Great Plains.
- Soft Skills: Strong negotiation, analytical, and communication skills, with the ability to work independently.
Key Competencies
- Attention to Detail: High accuracy in placing orders and reviewing invoices.
- Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with the Home Mobility industry.
- Problem-Solving: Ability to resolve supply chain discrepancies and inventory issues.
This is a full-time position. HomEquip offers an attractive salary, bonus plan, group benefits such as health and dental. You can apply in person by dropping off a resume at the 385- 550 Century Street, Winnipeg MB, or send an email at [email protected]
Thank you for your interest. Please be advised that only those considered will be contacted.
Pay: $20.00-$30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Work Location: In person
