Buyer

Job description

GoMaterials is one of Canada's fastest-growing companies, recognized by [Deloitte](https://www.gomaterials.com/press-releases/gomaterials-ranked-number-409-fastest-growing-company-in-north-america-on-the-2023-deloitte-technology-fast-500/#:~:text=Montreal%2C%20QC%2C%2008%20November%202023,grew%20298%25%20during%20this%20period.), the [Globe & Mail,](https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/rob-magazine/top-growing-companies/article-ranking-canadas-top-growing-companies-of-2024/) and the [Lazaridis Scaleup Program](https://www.wlu.ca/news/news-releases/2021/nov/lazaridis-institutes-scaleup-program-accepts-11-exceptional-companies.html). We’re revolutionizing how landscape contractors source plant and hardscape materials through a B2B marketplace that simplifies procurement in a traditionally outdated industry. Since our inception, we have helped landscapers save time, money, and stress and plant over 1.5 million plants and trees. Led by a young and eager group of entrepreneurs, GoMaterials is aggressively expanding across North America. We are therefore looking for amazing people to add to our team! **About the role:** As a Buyer, you'll own the full procurement cycle — from executing orders and negotiating with suppliers to spotting issues before they reach the customer. You'll work independently, move fast, and bring both precision and problem-solving to everything you do. **What you'll do:** - Execute orders end-to-end with full accountability for quality, speed, fill rate, communication, and price - Negotiate supplier terms and apply value engineering to maximize order profitability - Catch procurement issues early, escalate with context, and follow through on resolution - Manage a high-volume workload across competing priorities without dropping the ball - Collaborate with your team lead and senior buyers, stepping in where the team needs you - Follow established processes — and flag improvements when you see them **What you'll bring:** - 2–4 years in procurement, operations, or supply chain - Track record of executing POs independently with strong attention to detail - Confident negotiator who builds lasting supplier relationships - Calm under pressure — you solve first, escalate when it counts - Strong prioritization skills across multiple simultaneous orders - Proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office Suite - English fluency required **Bonus points for:** - Startup or high-growth environment experience - Diploma or degree in logistics, supply chain, business, or related field - Familiarity with GSE or similar procurement platforms - Exposure to value engineering or cost optimization - ERP or procurement system experience - Background in landscaping, horticulture, or wholesale **Here’s what to expect if you’re invited to interview…** 📞 **Recruiter screen** – A quick chat with our recruiter to get to know you and your experience. 🤝 **Interview with our Operations Manager** – A deeper conversation to understand your skills and how you’d fit with the team. 📋 **Case study interview** – An opportunity to showcase your problem-solving and real-world thinking. 🎯 **Final interview with our Operations Director** – A conversation with leadership to wrap up the process and discuss next steps.