Assistant Purchaser/Expeditor
Location: Kirkland Lake, ON
Job Type: Permanent Full Time
Date of Posting: April 11th, 2024
Date of Closing: Until position is filled
Position offers a competitive wage and benefits package
Schedule: Monday to Friday
Alex MacIntyre & Associates Ltd. - Mining Contractor is Canada's oldest mining contracting company based out of Kirkland Lake, ON. We are proud of our proven track record for safety and client satisfaction in Canada, completing projects from shaft sinking, production, development, mechanized raising to re-opening and decommissioning mines. Our company has successfully maintained a reputation for quality run projects throughout Canada and values the efforts of our employees. If you’re looking for a challenging and widely diversified environment and being part of a highly motivated, loyal team, this could be your opportunity.
We are looking for a confident Assistant Purchaser/Expeditor to facilitate the flow of work and materials in our business. The Assistant Purchaser/Expeditor will support the Purchasing Manager and assist in activities related to receiving and dispatching shipments such as confirming accuracy of orders, and generate reports on work progress, completion dates, production challenges, stock levels and costs. You will monitor aspects of processes such as purchasing, preparing purchase orders, cost management and order changing, and forward issues to management.
To ensure success you need to apply your skills, knowledge, and experience as an Assistant Purchaser/Expeditor to ensure swift, seamless processes. Preferred candidates are organized and highly motivated team players.

Responsibilities
• Preparing purchase orders by verifying specifications and price; obtaining recommendations from suppliers for substitute items; obtaining approval from requisitioning department.
• Verifying purchase requisitions by comparing items requested to master list; clarifying unclear items; recommending alternatives.
• Liaising with vendors to ensure timely delivery of goods.
• Receiving shipments of materials, and examining deliveries to ensure accurate quantities, quality, and specifications.
• Facilitating flow of materials between various departments and projects.
• Stocking and organizing warehouses.
• Ensuring cleanliness and tidiness of warehouse.
• Performing clerical duties and maintaining accurate records and files of activities.
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Following established guidelines, instructions, policies, and procedures.
• Keeping information accessible by sorting and filing documents.
• Verifying receipt of items by comparing items received to items ordered; resolves shipments in error with suppliers.
• Authorizing payment for purchases by forwarding receiving documentation.
Experience, Education and Skills
• High school diploma, GED, or suitable equivalent.
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Excellent computer skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Word and Excel. Manager Plus an asset.
• Outstanding communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proficient in people skills.
• Demonstrated problem-solving, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Ability to comply with company policies and procedures.
Health and Safety
We are seeking individuals who will promote health and safety, follow company procedures, work in accordance with local legislation, ensure the proper use and condition of personnel protective equipment and maintain a safe and effective workplace.
Submission
If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit a copy of your resume to; Email resume@macintyremining.com / Fax 705-567-4925