Junior Buyer

Salary Range: $60,000.00 To $71,000.00 Annually

Who We are

Take your career to the next level with Kinetics Drive Solutions, a proud member of ST Engineering Land Systems (LDS).

We are a leading designer and manufacturer of innovative heavy-duty drive and control solutions for land vehicles, delivering mission-critical mobility through advanced technologies to customers worldwide.

Be part of a global organization where you’ll be empowered to live our Right Attitudes, Own It, Integrity, and Win as One Team; while growing in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment.

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Junior Buyer to join our Purchasing team in Langley, BC.

In this entry-level procurement role, you will support daily purchasing activities, help ensure materials are ordered and delivered on time, maintain accurate purchasing data, and communicate regularly with suppliers and internal teams.

• What You’ll Do
• Convert approved purchase requisitions into purchase orders based on system requirements and established reorder points.
• Send purchase orders to suppliers and follow up to confirm pricing, order acknowledgements, and delivery timelines.
• Expedite urgent or past-due orders through direct supplier communication by phone and email.
• Act as a day-to-day point of contact for suppliers, Accounts Payable, receiving personnel, warehouse, production, engineering, and quality teams.
• Support resolution of invoice, pricing, receiving, and three-way match discrepancies.
• Initiate and follow up on Return Material Authorization requests to support timely credits or replacement shipments.
• Maintain accurate supplier contact information, lead times, part details, and purchasing records in the ERP system.
• Provide timely order status updates and elevate complex supplier issues to the Purchasing Manager when needed.
• Follow company purchasing policies, standard operating procedures, and workplace safety guidelines.
• What We’re Looking For
• High school diploma or equivalent required; post-secondary education in Supply Chain, Business, Communications, Logistics, or a related field is an asset.
• 0-1 year of administrative, customer service, coordination, logistics, or entry-level purchasing experience; internship or co-op experience is welcome.
• Professional and confident communication skills, including phone, email, and in-person coordination.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy when entering and maintaining data.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams.
• Experience with ERP systems such as Microsoft Dynamics 365, Navision, SAP, Net Suite, or a willingness to learn.
• Ability to organize priorities, follow up consistently, and work collaboratively with internal teams and external suppliers.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable following up with suppliers while communicating clearly with internal teams and external partners.
• Enjoys solving routine issues, keeping information accurate, and helping ensure materials arrive when needed.
• What You’ll Gain
• Hands-on experience in procurement, supplier coordination, and inventory support.
• Training in ERP systems, purchasing workflows, business communication, and supplier follow-up practices.
• Opportunities to build a foundation for future growth into more advanced buyer or supply chain roles.

We Offer

• A collaborative and rewarding work environment
• A generous vacation program - starting at 2 weeks in your first year, increasing to 3 weeks in your second year, and growing to up to 6 weeks after 7 years of service
• Comprehensive Extended Health coverage
• Group RRSP program with company matching
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Option to bank overtime for additional vacation time
• A culture that prioritizes safety, innovation, learning, and teamwork
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