Purchasing Clerk

Our Story Locally owned and operated, Paramount Parts was founded in 2002 and purchased the only Napa Auto Parts store in Fort McMurray which opened in 1979 with only 3 employees in a 3,500 sq ft space. Shortly after, Paramount Parts was awarded the Traction Heavy Duty Parts franchise and expanded the store to 37,000 sq ft with over 50 staff today! Our store is only the second store in Canada to combine Napa Auto Parts and Traction Heavy Duty Parts under one roof. Our Fort McMurray location is now the largest single Napa store in North America based on square footage and sales. We have many qualified parts professionals answering the phones in our store 7 days a week. Our parts professionals are knowledgeable and reliable with 300 years of combined experience. Paramount Parts takes great pride in serving the community of Fort McMurray with great customer service. Position Summary: We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Purchasing Clerk to support our parts and inventory operations. This role is critical to ensuring accurate inventory levels, timely procurement, and uninterrupted operational support. The successful candidate will have a minimum of 2–3 years of purchasing and inventory control experience within a parts, industrial, automotive, or similar fast-paced environment. Experience managing min/max levels and maintaining inventory accuracy is essential. Experience with TAMS (Total Asset Management System) is considered a strong asset. This position requires a structured, analytical individual who thrives in an accountability-driven environment and understands the importance of inventory accuracy in supporting field operations. Position: Purchasing Clerk Type: Full-time Location: Fort McMurray Schedule: Monday to Friday Compensation: Starting wage is $22.00 per hour. What we have to offer: Registered Savings plan with company matching. Health and Dental benefits after 3 months of continuous service. Health Care Spending. Employee Assistance Program. Paid Training. Opportunity for growth and development. Employee discounts. Primary Responsibilities:

• Research and secure products through analysis of vendors and markets.
• Coordinate bulk purchasing.
• Provide support for sales staff by providing product information including (but not limited to) pricing quotes and time of arrival.
• Create and issue purchase orders for parts and inventory replenishment.
• Maintain and monitor min/max inventory levels.
• Resolve invoice discrepancies with vendors.
• Negotiate pricing, lead time, and or returns with suppliers.
• Analyze usage trends to adjust reorder points.
• Conduct and support inventory reconciliations.
• Maintain high inventory accuracy standards.
• Follow up on backorders and expedite urgent parts.
• Resolve invoice discrepancies with vendors.
• Maintain strong working relationships with suppliers.
• Ensure timely and accurate system updates within inventory systems.
• Perform other administrative duties as may be required. Qualifications:
• Minimum 2–3 years purchasing or inventory control experience.
• Supply Chain Management or Procurement courses/education preferred.
• Experience with automotive parts purchasing (or related) or be able to showcase a high level of sourcing parts.
• Knowledge of the transport industry (air/rail/ship/etc.)
• Demonstrated experience working directly with multiple vendors.
• Experience managing min/max levels and reorder planning.
• Experience creating and managing purchase orders.
• Exposure to warehouse processes.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft office programs.
• Experience with inventory management systems.
• TAMS experience considered an asset.
• Must be detailed oriented and have excellent organizational skills.
• Strong personality.
• Must be adaptable and able to work in high pace work environment with multiple pressing priorities.
• Must have a good sense of team and be willing to work beyond normal business hours if required. Application Instructions: Please apply to this posting with your resume. Posting will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.