Purchasing Manager at Lordco Auto Parts in Port Coquitlam, BC

Job description

• Purchasing Manager
• Location: Port Coquitlam, Head Office
• Are you a strategic and results-driven purchasing professional with a passion for supplier management, inventory planning, and operational excellence? Join Lordco Auto Parts and play a key role in ensuring the right products are available at the right time and at the best value.
• Lordco Auto Parts is Canada's largest independently owned automotive parts retailer, with over 100 locations across Western Canada. Family-owned and operated since 1974, we pride ourselves on supporting our people and promoting from within.

Responsibilities

• The Purchasing Manager is responsible for overseeing purchasing activities, supplier relationships, inventory investment, and procurement strategies to support company growth and profitability.
• Purchasing & Supplier Management
• Manage purchasing activities and inventory replenishment.
• Build and maintain strong supplier partnerships.
• Negotiate pricing, programs, and purchasing agreements.
• Monitor supplier performance and identify improvement opportunities.
• Inventory & Planning
• Work closely with Inventory Control to optimize stock levels.
• Monitor inventory investment, turnover, and product availability.
• Support forecasting and purchasing strategies to meet business needs.
• Analysis & Reporting
• Analyze purchasing, inventory, and sales trends.
• Monitor key performance indicators and prepare reports.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and process improvements.
• Leadership & Collaboration
• Partner with Product Management, Operations, Distribution, and Finance teams.
• Lead purchasing initiatives and support continuous improvement efforts.
• Provide guidance and support to purchasing team members.

Requirements

• 5+ years of purchasing, procurement, inventory, or supply chain experience.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office proficiency.
• Experience with ERP systems and purchasing processes.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and influence business decisions.
• Ability to mentor, coach, and support team development while fostering a collaborative and accountable work environment.
• Automotive aftermarket, retail, or distribution industry experience.
• Experience with forecasting and inventory management.
• Power BI or reporting tool knowledge.
• Proven ability to drive efficiencies and improve supplier performance.

Skills

Preferred

• Power BI or reporting tool knowledge.

Benefits

• Apply now and join our family today! Compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and qualifications.