Details:
Located along the beautiful coastal waters of Vancouver Island, Cermaq Canada Ltd. is a salmon farming company focused on operational excellence. With our skilled team, we strive for a high-quality product achieved through sustainable aquaculture practices. This position has excellent compensation, an opportunity to learn and grow as our company does, and the benefit package is available immediately.
Cermaq Canada is seeking to fill the role of a 6-month contract for a full-time Purchasing Assistant to our Campbell River Warehouse office. As a Purchasing Assistant, you will report directly to the Senior Purchaser. The primary responsibilities of this position include the maintenance of stock, organizing transport of goods, following ETA of purchases, and tracking supplies to and from the sites and other warehouse facilities.
Qualifications & Experience:
Key Accountabilities:
• Clerical and administration duties and projects for the purchasing department
• Ensuring internal procedures are followed and seeking approval from managers
• Following and ensuring ETAs from vendors
• Excellent computer skills, including experience with MS Word and Excel
• Organizing, receiving and dispatching goods
• Maintaining inventory
Position Requirements:
• Preference will be given to candidates with previous purchasing and labourer experience
• A professional, positive and friendly presence that contributes to building collaborative relationships with co-workers, visitors, vendors and the general public
• Strong organizational, time-management and interpersonal communication skills
• A valid BC Driver’s License for operating the company vehicle
• Forklift ticket and experience is an asset
• Applicants may be required to complete a physical fitness test
How to apply:
If your qualifications meet the application requirements and you would like to apply for this opportunity, please forward your resume and cover letter in person, by fax, or by e-mail, stating “Purchasing Assistant” in the subject line by Friday, June 5, 2020 to: Office: 203-919 Island Highway, Campbell River | Fax: 250-286-0042 | E-mail: careers.canada@cermaq.com