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Purchasing Manager
Job Description
Responsibilities
- Oversee day-to-day purchasing activities across multiple active construction projects, ensuring materials and services are secured in line with project timelines and budgets
- Partner closely with Project Managers and site teams to understand upcoming needs and translate them into clear, actionable procurement plans
- Manage supplier relationships from initial sourcing through to ongoing performance, including pricing discussions and commercial terms
- Anticipate material requirements by reviewing schedules, drawings, and project updates to reduce risk of delays or shortages
- Coordinate with vendors and internal teams to ensure smooth delivery flow to job sites, resolving issues as they arise
- Keep a close eye on inventory levels, lead times, and cost fluctuations to support proactive decision-making
- Work cross-functionally to ensure purchasing activities align with overall project execution and financial targets
- Continuously look for opportunities to improve purchasing processes, supplier performance, and cost efficiency
- 5+ years of experience in purchasing, procurement, supply chain, construction coordination, or a related field
- Exposure to construction environments or building materials is highly beneficial, though not strictly required
- Experience working with multiple stakeholders in a project-based or deadline-driven setting
- Comfortable interpreting schedules, drawings, or technical project information as part of day-to-day work
- Strong communication skills with the ability to build relationships with both internal teams and external suppliers
- A practical, solutions-focused mindset with strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Experience with ERP or procurement systems is helpful, but not essential
- Salary range: $90,000 – $110,000 CAD+, depending on experience
- Opportunity to join a well-established construction organization
- Exposure to large-scale, multi-family development projects
- Collaborative and supportive team environment
- Long-term stability with opportunities for professional growth
Meet Your Recruiter
Ben Coakwell
Senior Recruitment Consultant & Calgary Team Lead
Operations, Construction, Engineering
Ben specializes in recruiting top talent in operations, construction and engineering. With a unique background that includes winning an Olympic medal in bobsleigh, he leverages the collaboration, networking and relationship-building skills that he built in his athletic career into the world of recruitment. His previous experience in recruiting for the construction industry honed his expertise, making him adept at understanding the needs of both clients and candidates. His commitment to self-improvement and integrity drives him to provide exceptional service and exceed expectations in every interaction.
Ben takes pride in helping companies grow successfully by ensuring they have the right people in place. His dedication to understanding the impact of a well-matched candidate makes him a trusted and reliable recruiting partner. Motivated by the opportunity to impact lives for the better, he helps candidates make positive career changes.
Outside of work, Ben enjoys staying active through exercise and spending as much time outdoors as possible. He finds relaxation in painting and is relishing the phase of his life where sports have transitioned from a profession to a hobby, allowing him to attend events as a fan.