The Impact the Purchasing Coordinator in the Finance Department can make : Reporting to the Controller, the Purchasing Coordinator manages the procurement of cost-effective supplies to support the growing needs of Covenant House Vancouver (CHV).
The ideal candidate should be detail oriented, computer savvy, and have experience in contract negotiation.
This is a 100% onsite position.
How you will contribute : Responsible for the full cycle of the purchasing process, including maintaining a network of reliable suppliers, performing cost analysis, sourcing, quotations, timely order placement, monitoring or order delivery timelines, and resolving any discrepancies or delivery issues, purchasing invoices to be verified and submitted for payment process Respond to purchasing inquiries from departments / employees in a timely manner and communicate purchasing policies and procedures to staff with purchasing needs Determine if inventory quantities are sufficient, ordering more supplies when necessary Develop and review contractual agreements to ensure the organization is compliant with legal or contractual requirements, and make recommendations on products / services / terms based on evaluation and assessment Prepare and maintain accurate records and documentation on all solicitations, responses, purchases, contracts, correspondence Prepare and enter purchase orders into an accounting system (Sage 300 or another upgraded version) Input pricing data, distribute / mail packing slips, invoices, purchase requisitions, and purchase orders to Finance Department Assist with internal and external audits, as required Oversee the external inventory storage for the agency, providing the monthly inventory list to department managers (disposals determined by liaising with department managers and external storage company) Provide backup coverage for other finance positions - Accounts payable Position Providing other administrative support to Finance Department as required Compensation : The successful candidate can expect a starting salary of between $54,800.
20 and $68,504.80 depending on factors such as internal equity, experience, competencies, and education.
Once hired, salaries are reviewed annually following the annual performance review and successful employees have the opportunity for their salary to increase, over time, up to the maximum of the pay band, currently $82,209.40.