Purchaser

Mckeil Marine Limited•Burlington, ON

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

McKeil Marine Limited has an immediate opening for a permanent, full-time Purchaser to support fleet and business operations through effective procurement of goods and services. The successful candidate will help strengthen supplier relationships, procurement processes, inventory practices, and cost management to support timely, compliant, and high-quality delivery of materials and services.

Requirements

Diploma or degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Logistics, Commerce, or a related discipline.
Minimum 3-5 years of progressive experience in purchasing, procurement, inventory management, supply chain, or a related field.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment while demonstrating accuracy, sound judgment, customer service, and continuous improvement.

Nice To Haves

Experience purchasing technical, industrial, marine, mechanical, electrical, maintenance-related, or operational materials is a strong asset.
Experience in marine transportation, transportation, manufacturing, construction, or industrial operations is considered an asset.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel; experience with reporting, data analysis, ERP, procurement, inventory, or maintenance management systems is an asset.
SCMP designation or other procurement/supply chain certification is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

Source vessel parts, consumables, equipment, and services from approved suppliers, balancing cost, quality, availability, and operational requirements.
Create, manage, and follow up on purchase orders, delivery schedules, lead times, and supplier commitments to minimize operational disruptions.
Coordinate logistics for marine parts and equipment, including freight forwarding, customs, imports, and exports as required.
Support inventory management, replenishment, item creation, and data maintenance within procurement and inventory systems.
Analyze purchasing trends, supplier performance, pricing, and inventory data to identify savings, improve planning, and support business decisions.
Investigate and resolve procurement issues, including delivery delays, quality concerns, invoice discrepancies, and service concerns.
Support vendor onboarding, supplier evaluations, contract administration, and negotiations to secure reliable service and favourable terms.
Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, purchasing procedures, regulatory requirements, and governance standards.
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that streamline procurement workflows, improve data quality, and strengthen systems and reporting.
Build effective working relationships with vessel crews, vendors, warehouse personnel, and internal stakeholders.