Job description
Northern Metalic Sales is a Canadian Independent Wholesale Industrial Distributor based in Grande Prairie, AB with operations across Alberta & BC.
Northern Metalic Sales is part of a larger, diverse group of companies with interests in wholesale distribution, oilfield service & supply, lubricants distribution, land and real estate development, rail construction & transload, and finance.
Overview:
We are currently seeking an individual to fill the position of Rush Buyer at our Grande Prairie, AB location.
Duties and Responsibilities:
In this fast-paced role, you’ll be responsible for quoting and procuring non-stocked, special-order items for our customers, often under tight timelines. Success in this role requires strong communication, multitasking, and prioritization skills.
If you have experience with products like hose, rigging, wire rope, tooling, safety, MRO, fasteners, automotive, or chemicals, or if you’re familiar with indirect distribution, we’d love to hear from you! Specific duties include but are not limited to:
- Communicate professionally with suppliers and internal sales teams.
- Source and quote products efficiently to meet customer needs.
- Navigate our inventory and supplier network to find optimal solutions.
- Coordinate with logistics providers to obtain freight quotes and select the best options.
- Expedite orders and maintain clear communication with stakeholders.
- Build strong relationships with suppliers and customer service teams.
- Monitor open orders, backorders, and lost sales reports to adjust inventory as needed.
- Apply logistics knowledge (e.g., Incoterms, packaging, hazardous goods) where applicable.
- Potential to grow into a supervisory role or transition into inventory replenishment.
Qualifications:
- Experience with ERP systems and ability to learn new platforms.
- Strong customer service skills—both internal and external.
- Excellent organizational and record-keeping abilities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
- Logistics or import/export experience is a plus, but not required.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to sit for extended periods
- Extended periods of phone work
- Data entry –Computer work
- Ability to lift up to 20 lbs (files, file boxes)
- Finger dexterity (Data Entry)
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Job Type:
- Full-time
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Grande Prairie, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)