Status: Regular Full-Time

In your role as a Purchaser at The North West Company (TNWC); you will procure fixtures and equipment for all company banners. In your role you will obtain fixture quotes, place orders, and assist with negotiations of all fixture procurement while adhering to budgetary requirements and guidelines.

Joining TNWC gives you the opportunity for growth and development throughout the company, a competitive salary and benefits package, and to be part of a dynamic and diverse culture.

TNWC is a leading retailer to under-served rural communities and urban neighborhood markets in the following regions: Northern Canada, Western Canada, rural Alaska, the South Pacific islands, and the Caribbean. Our stores offer a broad range of products and services with an emphasis on food. Our value offer is to be the best local shopping choice for everyday household and local lifestyle needs. Check out northwest.ca for more information.


Your Role:

• Responsible for the procurement of fixtures and equipment for all NWC banners.
• Negotiate competitive pricing for all fixtures and equipment; obtain quotations, issue purchase orders, and coordinate the scheduling of deliveries.
• Manage logistics in collaboration with internal transportation networks, both domestically and internationally.
• Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams—including Category Management, Food Specialists, Merchandise Planning, Pharmacy, and Information Systems—to coordinate and source equipment and accessories.
• Support the Facilities and Maintenance team in the sourcing of parts and the management of equipment lifecycle replacement programs.
• Ensure all fixtures and equipment purchases comply with the standards and specifications established by the Store Design team.

 Desired Skills & Abilities:
 

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in retail fixture procurement, preferably in a retail environment.
• Post-secondary education or University degree in a related field is preferred, or a combination of education and experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with an aptitude for negotiation, and building and maintaining business relationships both with internal customers and external vendors.
• Experience working with retail design, construction and facility management would be considered an asset.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to NWC standards and specifications.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Must be able to work independently, as well as support peers, and work in a team environment.
• Highly motivated with proven organizational, planning and prioritizing skills.

Location:  Gibraltar House, 77 Main Street, Winnipeg, MB

Reports To:  Manager, Purchasing


We create a collaborative and constructive culture by:

• Being Enterprising • Committing to our Customer • Working with Passion • Leading and Developing Others • Demonstrating Respect and Inclusivity • Building Trust

The North West Company is committed to inclusion and diversity and encourages applications from all candidates including but not limited to: all religions and ethnicities, LGBTQ2s+, BIPOC, and persons with disabilities.

A competitive salary is being offered along with opportunities to learn, develop and advance throughout the organization. We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

This is an active job opening for a position that is currently available and we are actively seeking to fill.

For Internal Applicants Only:

NOTE: Prior to applying, an internal employee MUST obtain a written endorsement email from their current Manager or Manager – once – removed and provide this to the recruitment team before they can be considered for opportunities. This position adheres to the Corporate Job Posting Guidelines.