Supply Chain Specialist
- London, ON, Canada
Full-time
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- 5+ years of experience in purchasing, supply chain, or materials management, including owning purchasing end to end, ideally in manufacturing, metal fabrication, or construction
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Supply Chain Specialist
Purchasing - London, Ontario
Department
Purchasing
Employment Type
Full-Time
Minimum Experience
Mid-level
Compensation
85,000-95,000
Who We Are
PermaCorp is a proudly Canadian metal fabrication business serving commercial, residential, and industrial markets across North America. With operations spanning multiple provinces and a strong reputation for quality, reliability, and practical problem-solving, we specialize in delivering custom railing, architectural, and fabricated metal solutions that support a wide range of projects and clients.
At our core, we are a hands-on, growth-focused organization built on hard work, accountability, and continuous improvement. Our teams include skilled tradespeople, production leaders, technical experts, and business professionals who work together to get the job done right. As we continue to scale, we are focused on building the systems, leadership, and people practices that will support sustainable long-term growth while staying true to the operational excellence that defines our business.
The Opportunity
We’re looking for a hands-on Supply Chain Specialist to own purchasing, receiving, and inventory at PermaCorp, based at our London, Ontario facility.
This role keeps material moving from requisition to receipt across our operations in London, Edmonton, and Winnipeg. Project Managers and site teams submit material requisitions through Wrike; you take it from there, sourcing, ordering, following up, and making sure production has what it needs.
You’ll work closely with Production, Engineering, Drafting, Project Management, and Finance, and you’ll be the main point of contact for our suppliers.
What You’ll Own
Purchasing & Sourcing
Disclosure: Due to the number of applicants, we make use of AI-driven software for portions of our review process, however all final decisions are made by people. All candidates who participate in the interview process will be followed up with.
This posting reflects a replacement vacancy within the organization.
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Location
London, Ontario
Department
Purchasing
Employment Type
Full-Time
Compensation
85,000-95,000
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Job Openings
Supply Chain Specialist
Purchasing - London, Ontario
Department
Purchasing
Employment Type
Full-Time
Minimum Experience
Mid-level
Compensation
85,000-95,000
Who We Are
PermaCorp is a proudly Canadian metal fabrication business serving commercial, residential, and industrial markets across North America. With operations spanning multiple provinces and a strong reputation for quality, reliability, and practical problem-solving, we specialize in delivering custom railing, architectural, and fabricated metal solutions that support a wide range of projects and clients.
At our core, we are a hands-on, growth-focused organization built on hard work, accountability, and continuous improvement. Our teams include skilled tradespeople, production leaders, technical experts, and business professionals who work together to get the job done right. As we continue to scale, we are focused on building the systems, leadership, and people practices that will support sustainable long-term growth while staying true to the operational excellence that defines our business.
The Opportunity
We’re looking for a hands-on Supply Chain Specialist to own purchasing, receiving, and inventory at PermaCorp, based at our London, Ontario facility.
This role keeps material moving from requisition to receipt across our operations in London, Edmonton, and Winnipeg. Project Managers and site teams submit material requisitions through Wrike; you take it from there, sourcing, ordering, following up, and making sure production has what it needs.
You’ll work closely with Production, Engineering, Drafting, Project Management, and Finance, and you’ll be the main point of contact for our suppliers.
What You’ll Own
Purchasing & Sourcing
- Review and process all material requisitions submitted through Wrike
- Source, quote, and issue purchase orders for London, Edmonton, and Winnipeg
- Build supplier relationships and develop alternate sources of supply
- Manage pricing, credit terms, and account status with suppliers, partnering with Finance on payments
- Follow up on open POs, backorders, delivery dates, and material shortages
- Coordinate overseas orders, including containers, freight, and logistics
- Keep project and production teams informed on material status and lead times
- Oversee receiving of incoming materials at the London facility
- Match deliveries to purchase orders and resolve discrepancies with suppliers
- Maintain accurate receiving records and documentation
- Track stock levels and plan replenishment based on production needs
- Run regular inventory counts and reconcile results
- Partner with Production, Engineering, Drafting, and Project Management to forecast material requirements
- Follow and maintain established purchasing processes and procedures
- 5+ years of experience in purchasing, supply chain, or materials management, including owning purchasing end to end, ideally in manufacturing, metal fabrication, or construction
- Hands-on experience with receiving and inventory control
- Experience negotiating with suppliers and managing credit terms
- Overseas purchasing and freight coordination experience is an asset
- Strong Excel skills; experience with Wrike or an ERP/MRP system is an asset
- Post-secondary education in Supply Chain, Business, or a related field; SCMP or CPIM designation is an asset
- Practical, solutions-oriented, and comfortable operating in ambiguity
- Highly organized, with strong follow-through across many open orders at once
- Clear communicator who works well with production, project, and finance teams
- Calm and resourceful when supply issues come up
Disclosure: Due to the number of applicants, we make use of AI-driven software for portions of our review process, however all final decisions are made by people. All candidates who participate in the interview process will be followed up with.
This posting reflects a replacement vacancy within the organization.
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Location
London, Ontario
Department
Purchasing
Employment Type
Full-Time
Compensation
85,000-95,000
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Responsibilities
Manage end-to-end purchasing for the London, Edmonton, and Winnipeg operations, including sourcing suppliers, issuing and tracking purchase orders, coordinating overseas freight, and communicating material status. Oversee receiving and inventory at the London facility, resolve delivery discrepancies, maintain accurate records, and coordinate replenishment with production and project teams.
Requirements
The role requires at least five years of purchasing, supply chain, or materials management experience, ideally in manufacturing, metal fabrication, or construction, along with hands-on receiving and inventory control experience. Candidates should have supplier negotiation experience, strong Excel skills, and a practical, organized approach; post-secondary education in supply chain, business, or a related field is requested, while SCMP or CPIM and experience with Wrike or ERP/MRP systems are assets.
Skills
- Purchasing
- Supplier Sourcing
- Purchase Order Management
- Supplier Negotiation
- Receiving
- Inventory Control
- Inventory Forecasting
- Supply Chain Coordination
- Freight Coordination
- Overseas Purchasing
- Excel
- Wrike
- ERP/MRP Systems
- Cross-Functional Communication
- Process Improvement
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- Logistics
- Manufacturing
- Management & Leadership
Keywords
- Supply Chain
- Purchasing
- Materials Management
- Manufacturing
- Metal Fabrication
- Construction
- Supplier Sourcing
- Purchase Orders
- Supplier Relationships
- Pricing Negotiation
- Credit Terms
- Overseas Purchasing
- Containers
- Freight
- Logistics
- Receiving
- Inventory Control
- Inventory Counts
- Replenishment Planning
- Material Forecasting
- Wrike
- Excel
- ERP/MRP Systems
- SCMP
- CPIM
- Production Coordination
- Project Management
- Engineering
- Drafting
- Finance