PURCHASING
CLERK
Regular Full-Time and Temporary Full-Time
About Us
One of BC’s Top Employers, the City of Coquitlam
offers meaningful career opportunities to make a difference within the local
community. As the sixth largest city in BC, we are home to more than
150,000 residents. Our diverse municipality is a great place to work as it
continues to grow through innovative urban design, inspiring arts, culture and
recreation programs, and state-of-the-art transportation systems. Our brand is
built on managing our resources in a responsible and sustainable manner, while
supporting a vibrant, growing regional urban centre. We envision a bright future in Coquitlam that
we hope includes you!
About You / What We Are Looking For
We are currently seeking a regular full-time and a
temporary full-time Purchasing Clerk to join our team! This position will provide administrative
support to the Procurement section in the City’s Finance division.
Work includes processing bid and purchasing
documents and responding to related inquiries. Duties include maintaining
purchasing documents, files and records, preparing purchase orders, maintaining
websites, scheduling, liaising with suppliers, verify accuracy of information
and general duties as required for the purpose of ensuring the efficient functioning
of the section.
If you are a team player and have experience in procurement,
managing inventory, working with vendors and a proven track record of providing
excellent customer service and clerical support we want to hear from you. This position works in a fast paced
environment, where no two days are the same.
The ideal candidate will have strong
organizational, communication and documentation skills; is self-motivated and
has the ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Demonstrated
proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Internet and ERP software such as IBM Maximo is
preferred. They will also have strong teamwork and interpersonal skills as well
as the ability to set up and produce moderately complex documents required in
the operations of the department. The ideal candidate will have completed Grade
12 supplemented by clerical experience.
Minimum Qualifications
·
Completion of Grade 12
·
Business administration or financial services experience
Preferred
Qualifications
·
Municipal or public sector experience would be an asset
·
A valid BC Driver’s License is preferred for occasional
travel to the Austin Works Yard
What We Offer:
This CUPE position has
an hourly rate range of $30.51 - $35.84 (2025 rates).
The
rate of pay is based on a variety of factors including qualifications,
knowledge, experience and skills.
You will have the chance to join a rapidly growing and diverse team
dedicated to supporting the local community, and be able to engage in variety
of learning and development opportunities. Additionally, there is an
opportunity to participate in an earned day off/flex day program. This position
is based in Coquitlam with some flexible, hybrid work options available. The
City offers an attractive vacation and extended benefits package, including the
ability to contribute to the Municipal Pension Plan.
Accessibility / Equal
Opportunity Employer
The City of Coquitlam is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer
working towards enhancing equitable practices in our recruitment and retention
processes. As an organization we are committed to creating an inclusive work
environment to support our growing and diverse work force. To learn more about
what equity, diversity, and inclusion means, and the City’s efforts in support
of these principles, please visit coquitlam.ca/edi for more information.
If at any time during the
application or recruitment process you require additional assistance or an
accommodation, please contact our team for confidential support. Staff can also
provide in-person support if required.
Applicants under consideration may be required to undergo and submit an
acceptable police information check.
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how #YouCouldWorkHere too!
Please apply online at www.coquitlam.ca/careers by 11:55 pm on August 10, 2026.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected
for an interview will be contacted.