Purchaser (Hybrid/Remote Role)

About Motion:

Canadian-owned and operated, Motion is Canada’s leading full-service mobility and accessibility solutions provider and has served communities across Alberta, BC, Manitoba, Ontario, and Saskatchewan for more than 40 years through our network of 48 locations. Our knowledgeable and caring team of experts supports individuals and those who care for them by delivering solutions that make life accessible for everyone. Our products include wheelchairs, walkers, mobility scooters, power lift recliners, lifting devices, homecare and adjustable beds, bathroom safety items, and more. Whether our clients are 1 or 100, we have products to ensure the independence, mobility, and safety of clients of all ages.

The role:

What’s in it for you:

Growth opportunity. This is a chance to gain deep and practical insights into our industry, be involved in every aspect of what we do, and take ownership for your own success. You will learn the functionality and benefits of our products and services, and work in partnership with healthcare providers, clients, and your colleagues to ensure an exceptional client experience.

Impact. Every day provides a new opportunity to create a tangible impact on the lives of our clients. At Motion, you will find deep professional satisfaction knowing that your work matters to people in your community and beyond.

Professional development and networking. At Motion, we nurture a continuous learning and skills development environment. You will have:

• Access to our internal Learning Portal, where we have a vast library of training on our products and processes and professional development topics.
• The opportunity to work with industry leaders who will guide you on your journey and ensure you have the tools you need to succeed.
• The chance to attend industry events, including Motion’s own Rehab Expos, where you can network with vendors, occupational therapists, and your peers.

What You'll Do:

• Prepare. You will prepare purchase orders or other documents for ordering equipment. You will update the database(s) to maintain accurate inventory, purchasing and shipping records. You will ensure the timely release of purchase orders.
• Collaborate. You will work closely with in-store personnel, sales reps, and vendors to ensure purchase orders are complete and accurate. You will liaise with Accounts Payable on invoicing.
• Be detail oriented. You will develop a deep understanding of vendor agreements and implement a meticulous process for order generation. You will apply your knowledge of minimum order requirements, volume discounts and other opportunities to reduce cost, minimize service charges, take advantage of discount eligibility, and expedite orders.
• Track issues. You will communicate supplier issues, performance concerns, and store non-compliance concerns. You will update and maintain master data to correct pricing and terms, to avoid invoice discrepancies. You will resolve customer issues and invoice discrepancies with suppliers to ensure high customer satisfaction rate. You will prevent repeat occurrences by updating accurate pricing information in the system.

What you bring

• Education. You have a post-secondary diploma or degree, ideally in Business, Business Administration, or a Supply Chain Management focus.
• Experience. You have a minimum of one (1) year of experience at the store level working with healthcare customers and equipment suppliers. Or, you have experience as a Purchaser with inventory accountabilities in another industry. You are comfortable using the Microsoft Office suite of tools, purchasing and requisition programs, and ERP software, ideally Navision and databases. You understand the level of detail and accuracy required for managing procurement, inventory control and distribution operations.
• Collaborative focus. You want to be part of a close-knit team that prioritizes customer service. You are outgoing and have the confidence to stand by your decisions. You can remain calm in the face of conflict and open to constructive criticism and the ideas of others.Communication Skills. You are well spoken and not afraid to pick up the phone to make or take a call. You can compose clear, concise business emails with ease.
• Drive and motivation. You thrive in an autonomous role, yet you understand you are part of a cross-functional group depending on your accuracy and speed. You are self-motivated and proactive.

What we offer:

At Motion, we are proud to provide our employees with the following competitive benefits and rewards package. We offer:

• Fair and attractive compensation with a salary range from $40,000 - $56,000 annually. The precise remuneration can differ depending on skills, experience and geographic location
• Eligibility to a comprehensive benefits package
• Robust vacation and personal days allotment
• RRSP/DPSP match program
• Maternity/parental leave top-up
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Tenure recognition through our Motion Milestone Program
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Professional Development Reimbursement
• Eligibility to the company’s pooled bonus plan
• Goodlife Fitness corporate membership discount
• A safe, respectful, and supportive work environment including company-provided safety equipment and resources

Thank you for taking the time to consider joining Motion!

At Motion, we respect that not everyone gains their skills in the same way; and we welcome a diverse range of experiences. If you have 70% of what we are looking for, and 100% of the passion, we encourage you to apply here. We believe that humans are an important and vital part of the recruitment process; we do not use AI in any part of our recruitment process. While we can’t guarantee an interview, we do promise to review your application in full.

Motion is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to make life accessible for everyone and are therefore passionate about ensuring our workplaces are fully accessible. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to our employees and to those going through the recruitment process. If you require any assistance during the application process, please do not hesitate to contact us: hr@motioncares.ca