Jr. Estimator / Purchaser

Being a Jr. Estimator / Purchaser at Signex is about joining a team that’s best in the biz. We are professional, highly-skilled, fun-loving, hard-working, and we strive to ensure the highest standards not only of quality but safety for our team members (we’re COR-certified).

We are a solution-driven company where positive attitude and punctuality goes a long way. Our Jr. Estimator/Purchaser is key in working in an efficient environment and providing quality control.

Duties include:

• Establish a rapport with general contractors and estimators.
• Manage relationships with key suppliers to maintain quality of goods, timely delivery and compliance to terms of contracts.
• Respond to tender requests in a timely manner.
• Produce valid estimates in a timely manner to inside and outside sales.
• Overseeing the online bidding program for potential projects.
• Acquire understanding of all project/program requirements.
• Develop profitable purchasing strategies (quantity, quality, delivery).
• Assess supplier profiles and analyze offers.
• Prepare and implement effective negotiation tactics.
• Review supplies to ensure quality/timeframes (delivery).
• Keep updated records such as Purchase Orders.
• Attend supplier events, fairs and exhibitions to keep up-to-date on market trends.
• Other duties as assigned.

What you’ll need:

• Excellent math skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge of construction estimation.
• Demonstrated experience in procurement.
• Ability to read blueprints.
• Analytical self-starter with great attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
• Team player with the ability to work independently.
• Previous sign experience is an asset but not necessary.

Benefits to working with the Signex team:

• Full benefits package after 3 months of employment
• Regular hours are 8am – 4:30pm, Monday – Friday
• Comprehensive on-site training
• Pension Plan after 2 years of full-time employment

This is a full-time position and has the opportunity for some pre-approved overtime. We are an equal opportunity employer. We thank all those that apply; however, only those selected to move forward in the process will be contacted.