Purchasing Manager

Why you will love Sierra Forest Products:

We are North Americas premier distributor of globally sourced specialty forest products. That means our products are not only sustainably sourced, but we are building a workforce for the future.

We stand proudly for our people and support their success through career advancement and development. From Innovation, diversity, equity & inclusion, we also strive to do what’s best for our people, customers, and communities.

The impact you will have:

As a Purchasing Manager for Sierra Forest Products, you will have the opportunity to expand your skillset and enhance our customer experience.

You will impact and manage all aspects of purchasing to efficiently and cost-effectively support organizational operations. The Purchasing Manager must possess materials management or related field experience in purchasing and procurement.

What you will do:

• Identify, source and visit new suppliers and vendors along with maintaining strategic relationships.
• Manage vendor and supplier selection process based on price, quality, support, capacity and reliability.
• Collaborate with sales representatives and internal team members to meet customers’ needs.
• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with key suppliers and vendors.
• Establish and update an approved vendor/supplier database.
• Evaluate contracts to ensure compliance with legal requirements and organizational policies
• Monitor supplier and vendor compliance with contractual agreements.
• Measure and manage the vendor and supplier cost, quality and delivery performance.
• Troubleshoot cost, quality and delivery concerns.
• Introduce performance improvement measures for suppliers and vendors.
• Facilitate timely placement of purchase orders.
• Develop and manage purchasing budgets and forecasts.
• Monitor and reduce purchase variances to meet profit objectives.
• Oversee the operations and daily activities of the purchasing department.
• Performance manage, develop and motivate purchasing staff.
• Direct continuous improvement of purchasing processes in line with changing organizational needs and market conditions
• Other duties as assigned.

What you bring:

• Experience in purchasing and procurement (PMP certification preferred).
• Supervisory experience with a working knowledge of project management principles and practices.
• Deep understanding of product lifecycle.
• Knowledge of purchasing and supply chain systems, LEAN principles of planning and MRP/ERP systems often required preferred.
• Financial acumen.
• High competency level in MS Office applications
• Post secondary education or experience in field.

Not sure if you qualify? Think about applying anyway:

We understand that not everyone brings 100% of the skills and experience for the role.

At Sierra Forest Products, we offer opportunities to a diverse group including those with a variety of workplace experiences and backgrounds. Whether you are new to Lumber Products, returning to work after a gap in employment, or looking to transition and take the next step in your career, we are excited to learn more about you and encourage you to apply.

Why people love working here:

• We offer meaningful work and opportunities for career growth.
• Our team members have 1 paid volunteer day per year to give back to a cause of their choice.
• We offer an opportunity to build and grow a career in the wood distribution industry.
• The company provides uniforms and safety shoe allowance.
• Retirement Savings plan to help save for your future!
• Driver Referral Incentive Pay.
• Employee Recognition Program.
• Tuition assistance.
• And so much more!

Inclusion & Equal opportunity employment:

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, inclusion & belonging. People seeking employment at Sierra Forest Products, are considered without regard to any protected category including but not limited to, race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, disability, veteran status, gender identity, or sexual orientation.

Require accommodation? We are ready to help:

We are proud to provide interview & employment accommodation during the recruitment and hiring process. If you require any accommodation to apply or interview for a position, please reach out directly to dnikita@ucsforestgroup.com. We are committed to working with you to best meet your needs.