Buyer/Executive Assistant
DMC Recruitment Group
Date: 1 week ago
City: Burnaby, BC
Contract type: Full time
Location: South Burnaby, BC
Industry: Building Materials / Manufacturing
Compensation: $65,000–$75,000 + bonus + full benefits + RRSP matching
Work Environment: On-site, Mon–Fri (approx. 9:30am–6:00pm)
About The Company
With over 40 years of consistent growth and innovation, this leading North American manufacturer specializes in high-performance fenestration solutions, serving both residential and commercial markets. Their commitment to quality, lean manufacturing, and customer service excellence has earned them a reputation as a market leader across Canada. Headquartered in British Columbia with a national distribution presence, the company continues to scale with long-tenured leadership and a culture focused on development and operational excellence.
Position Summary
This hybrid role is perfect for a sharp, tech-savvy, and driven professional seeking variety in their day-to-day. You’ll directly support the President while owning purchasing and logistical functions tied to raw materials and finished goods. The role offers a unique growth opportunity to work closely with senior leadership, gain deep operational exposure, and contribute to both tactical execution and strategic planning.
Key Responsibilities
Executive Support (Approx. 35%)
Industry: Building Materials / Manufacturing
Compensation: $65,000–$75,000 + bonus + full benefits + RRSP matching
Work Environment: On-site, Mon–Fri (approx. 9:30am–6:00pm)
About The Company
With over 40 years of consistent growth and innovation, this leading North American manufacturer specializes in high-performance fenestration solutions, serving both residential and commercial markets. Their commitment to quality, lean manufacturing, and customer service excellence has earned them a reputation as a market leader across Canada. Headquartered in British Columbia with a national distribution presence, the company continues to scale with long-tenured leadership and a culture focused on development and operational excellence.
Position Summary
This hybrid role is perfect for a sharp, tech-savvy, and driven professional seeking variety in their day-to-day. You’ll directly support the President while owning purchasing and logistical functions tied to raw materials and finished goods. The role offers a unique growth opportunity to work closely with senior leadership, gain deep operational exposure, and contribute to both tactical execution and strategic planning.
Key Responsibilities
Executive Support (Approx. 35%)
- Provide day-to-day administrative support to the President.
- Manage correspondence, calendar, and presentation preparation.
- Support with correspondence aid, and travel arrangements.
- Assist with data entry and administrative updates in ERP/accounting systems.
- Source and purchase raw materials and assist with equipment maintenance and parts.
- Manage purchasing for a high-end European skylight product line, including inventory planning and special orders.
- Issue purchase orders, coordinate deliveries, and track supplier performance.
- Liaise with suppliers and manufacturing teams.
- Schedule and coordinate freight shipments across Canada.
- Evaluate and negotiate carrier rates to optimize shipping costs.
- Monitor and adapt to changing freight market conditions.
- 2–5 years of purchasing, buying, or supply chain coordination experience.
- Strong computer proficiency; IT problem solving, ERP and Microsoft Excel skills preferred.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills; fluent English required.
- Highly organized, adaptable, and comfortable multitasking.
- Experience in a manufacturing or distribution environment preferred.
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