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Job Title


Buyer - Building Materials


Company : Modus Structures Inc


Location : calgary, Alberta


Created : 2025-07-23


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Company DescriptionBuilding Better. MODUS Structures Inc. is an experienced prefabricated building design and construction company, based in Crossfield, Alberta. Established in 2004, MODUS has successfully provided innovative and cost-effective building solutions to the educational, commercial, residential, industrial, and institutional sectors. Operating in two manufacturing facilities totaling 200,000 sq. ft. of insulated and heated workspace, the MODUS team works to design, construct and deliver building projects faster and more cost-effective than traditional site-build methods.Role DescriptionThe Procurement Team is expanding again. As a member of the Procurement team, the Buyer will be responsible for planning, coordinating and buying building materials to support manufacturing and construction projects. This role reports to the Director, Supply Chain. The ideal candidate is a highly organized, detail-oriented team player who will oversee the entire order process. You will review proposals, negotiate prices, select the best suppliers, analyze trends, follow up with placed orders, verify delivery, approve payment, and maintain necessary records.Location:This role is office based at our 135,000 square feet manufacturing facility 20 minutes North of Calgary in Crossfield, Alberta, strategically located near a High Load Corridor which allows us to transport loads up to 9 meters high to many parts of Alberta, Saskatchewan, BC, and the United States. Our employees live in Calgary, Airdrie and surrounding communities.ResponsibilitiesWork with buyers and procurement team to source the best quality building materialsNegotiate contracts with vendors; establish new and ongoing relationships with suppliersPlan and implement a logistical strategy to meet targetsAssisting with logistics, inventory maintenance, shipping, material handling and returns of productsContribute to purchasing strategy, policy and procedures, and make draft recommendations to the Director.Purchase with the understanding of market trends with respect to building commodities and consumables ensuring that our costing is competitive for the customers that we serveIdentifying cost reduction opportunities and conducting market validations of current arrangements by obtaining competitive quotes with negotiationMaintain detailed recordsEnsure sound purchasing policies, procedures and strategies are followed and consistent with those employed within the companyImproving the supply chain performance and seek out any innovations that could be made to improve the process, costs and quality deliverablesDevelop and maintain purchasing schedules, ensuring material is ordered and received in coordination with the overall project schedulesBuild strong relationships internally and externallyManage and minimize risks that may affect or disrupt the supply chainFoster continuous improvement/KAIZEN initiatives internally and with key vendors to reduce costOptimize working capital levels by ensuring the right inventory at the right time at the right priceQualifications & Experience5+ years experience in procurement of Construction materials Qualification in supply chain management or equivalentStrong negotiating skillsLumber industry experience is an assetExceptional communication, interpersonal, organization skills and ability to work collaboratively within a team environment with high levels of integrity, tact, and maturityProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel)Understanding of General Commercial Construction or General ContractingUnderstanding of Modular Construction would be an assetCompensation & BenefitsCompetitive salary based on experienceComprehensive health and benefits planRRSP contribution matching programCOLLABORATIONWe communicate in a kind, inclusive, and empathetic manner to our customers and each other while working for a common purpose.ACCOUNTABILITYWe are honest, ethical, and transparent. We work together to do the right thing with integrity.RESPECTWe treat ourselves and others with respect and value inclusivity.EXCELLENCEWe take ownership and pride in all that we do and deliver high-quality, innovative solutions.SAFETYWe place a safe work environment at the center of all that we do; we all own safety.We thank everyone for their application; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.