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Are you a driven individual in search of a career that provides stability and exceptional benefits? You're in luck! Lordco Auto Parts is looking for a Purchasing Administrator. Join our Port Coquitlam, BC, head office team and let work, work for you.\nWe understand that starting a career can be daunting, but we provide a supportive environment where you can grow both personally and professionally. Our state-of-the-art head office is designed to inspire and motivate you daily. This is a fantastic opportunity that you won't want to miss!\nLordco Auto Parts is Canada’s biggest privately held automotive parts distributor and Western Canada’s largest distributor and retailer of aftermarket parts and accessories, with over 85 store locations across Western Canada and is a family-owned and operated business since 1974. Start your career in the automotive industry and grow with us today!\nWe got you covered!\nOur employees are our family, and we want to make sure they are taken care of. Your health and well-being matter to us, and we are dedicated to providing top-notch programs and plans to support you and your loved ones. We want you to feel valued and welcomed within our diverse, inclusive team, and here’s how we do it:\nExtended Benefits for You and Your Family \nHealth, Dental & Vision Care Insurance \nLife Insurance, Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance \nAccidental Death & Dismemberment Disability \nEducation and Savings Plans, RRSP matching \nHealth and Wellness Program \nEmployee & Family Assistance Program \nGenerous Employee Perks and Discounts \nCareer Development Support & Promote-From-Within Culture to enhance your expertise and maximize your career journey \nWhat you’ll do:\nOrder Placement:\nPlace and track purchase orders for parts and materials\nEnsure orders are correctly processed and follow up on order statuses\nSupplier Coordination:\nAct as the primary point of contact between suppliers and internal departments \nBuild and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure favorable terms and reliable service \nDelivery Status:\nMonitor shipment statuses and ensure timely deliveries \nExpedite orders as necessary and manage delivery schedules to meet company needs \nVendor Management:\nHold vendors accountable for agreed upon Leadtimes, on-time delivery of materials, Fill rate and prompt communication regarding any delays \nClaim Processing:\nProcess claims for any discrepancies or issues with shipments or invoices \nWork with vendors and internal departments to resolve claims and ensure satisfactory outcomes \nReporting:\nPrepare and maintain necessary reports related to procurement activities, shipment statuses, and supplier performance \nAnalyze data and provide insights to improve procurement processes and vendor relationships \nAdditional Duties:\nPerform other related duties as required to support the procurement and supply chain functions of the company \nPerform administrative tasks as required\nDo you fit the part?\nAutomotive knowledge or experience is an advantage \n3+ years of professional experience OR related post secondary education \nStrong interpersonal skills when dealing with all stakeholders \nStrong analytical and organizational skills \nAbility to work in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities \nMust be detail-oriented and disciplined with strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills \nTake ownership of assigned suppliers and demonstrate strong time management and problem-solving skills \nSelf-motivated individual who can work well independently and as part of a team to achieve corporate objectives, willing to put in extra time to complete tasks \nIntermediate computer skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint) with advanced skills in Excel.\nAbility to maintain confidentiality of information \nStrong time management, organizational, and prioritizing skills \nAbility to communicate effectively and professionally with employees and managers \nAt Lordco Auto Parts, we are committed to fostering a culture that celebrates diversity, promotes equity, and prioritizes inclusion in every aspect of our organization. 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