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Driven by the demands of global agriculture, Seed Hawk builds the world's best seeding, planting and tillage equipment. In our collaborative workplace, your rewards will go beyond competitive wages, full benefits and an incentive program. You'll be part of an amazing rural lifestyle, with the opportunity to make a home in one of many surrounding communities. Plus, as part of the Vaderstad Group, you can learn from a global ag business leader.
The Purchasing Agent will be responsible for coordinating the procurement of raw material and products to Seed Hawk.
Duties:
- Achieving optimum inventory levels as directed by the Materials Manager
- Perform the processing, tracking and follow up of purchase orders
- Assist with the preparation of budgets, variance reports, statistical and other reports
- Data Entry
- Accurate filing of PO's, quotes, reports and other co-operative office functions
- Analyze and compare purchasing options as required by the Materials Manager, advising of significant variances
- Bring forward options for alternative suppliers and products as requested by the Manager
- Research, analyze and resolve purchasing and administrative issues and scenarios for assigned projects
Who are you?
- Must have a minimum of 3 years of experience in a purchasing/materials position
- Grade 12 diploma/GED with preference being given to those candidates who possess business certificate or diploma
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Office
- To cover a maternity leave until approximately April 2016
What to expect:
- Challenging work
- Rural setting
- Casual work environment
- Year End bonus
- Great Salary
- Total compensation package
Our employees like to play too; we cover green fees at White Bear Golf Club, fund a social club, and provide access to Roughrider tickets and host an annual golf tournament and holiday party.