Lake Country Co-op invites applications for the position of full-time Procurement & Pricing Manager based out of our Homes by Lake Country location near Prince Albert, Saskatchewan. If you are looking to use your industry knowledge to take Home and Building Solutions (HABS) to the next level, then Lake Country Co-op is looking for you! In this role you are responsible for managing end-to-end purchasing and establishing the core assortment through sourcing, purchasing, and coordinating the supply of construction materials, building products, fixtures, and related services across all seven home and building locations. This is a hands-on, analytical role requiring expertise in negotiation and inventory management, focused on ensuring consistency across locations while maintaining exceptional service standards.
Who We Are: Lake Country Co-op does business differently. As a co-operative, we are built on a foundation of honesty, innovation, responsibility, and respect—values that shape how we work, how we serve, and how we grow. We believe in working together to deliver exceptional experiences for our members and guests, strengthen the success of our communities, and reinvest in sustainable growth that benefits everyone. To learn more about who we are and how you can help bring the Lake Country Co-op brand to life, visit us at www.lakecountryco-op.crs.
Why It Matters: Lake Country Co-op Gas Bars are the first choice for convenience in La Ronge, the surrounding tri-community area and the North. Lake Country Co-op provides a range of products and services to support our over 56,500 member-owners in 20 different communities throughout North Central Saskatchewan in the areas of Food, Pharmacy, Convenience Store, Home and Building Solutions, Ag products, Petroleum, Food Services, and Wine, Spirits and Beer. Through continuous innovation, strong collaborations with local organizations, and annual sales of $700 million, we continue to help build, fuel, feed, and grow our communities together. Our goal is to work together and build stronger, more vibrant communities where everyone can thrive.
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What You Will Do
- Demonstrate the behaviors and actions to support Lake Country Co-operative’s vision, mission, and safety principles to make a difference in members lives, with a strong customer focused approach.
- Provide Legendary Service at all touch points through various communication channels.
- Ensure consistent and optimized core product assortment across all locations to meet customer needs, streamline operations, and support sales performance.
- Oversee procurement and sourcing of materials and products to ensure cost-effective, timely, and high-quality supply.
- Manage vendors, negotiate terms, maintain backup suppliers, and monitor performance to ensure reliable supply and operational efficiency.
- Monitor inventory levels and stock availability to maximize product availability and minimize shortages or overstocks.
- Support pricing strategies and ensure margin protection through accurate cost management and competitive pricing.
- Prepare and manage professional/contractor quotes, bulk packages, and job-lot orders to meet project and contractor requirements.
- Maintain accurate data, generate reports, and enforce item governance to support informed business decisions.
- Identify and mitigate supply chain, inventory, and operational risks to protect business performance.
- Adhere to the Safety Management and Asset Protection systems, policies, procedures, records, and training requirements.
- Actively collaborate with leaders in the (HABS) business unit and in community events in the Prince Albert area.
Who You Will Work With: Reporting to the Director, Home and Building Solutions, you will work closely with Store Team Leaders, Professional/Contractor teams, Operational/Logistics, Inventory control, Finance/Asset Protection, and Marketing to ensure a successful customer experience and project execution. This role is highly collaborative and requires strong communication, teamwork, and organizational skills to support both customer satisfaction and internal efficiency.
Discover Prince Albert: Lake Country Co-op is in one of the best areas for hunting, fishing, and outdoor experiences in Western Canada. It is a short drive to Prince Albert National Park that has over 1,500 lakes to visit and countless activities and events to choose from! The city of Prince Albert has several parks and recreational activities as well. From Little Red River Park to The Mann Art Gallery, Alfred Jenkins Field House, and EA Rawlinson Centre for the Arts and the Lake Country Co-op Leisure Centre, there is fun-filled activities for the entire family. No matter the season, here is endless adventure possibilities within an hour’s drive, making Prince Albert like no other place in Canada!
Who You Are
- You are looking for Career in Home and Building Solutions and Customer Service and meet the following:
- Minimum of 5 years experience in purchasing or category management within lumber and building materials (LBM), hardware retail, or LBM distribution, with multi-site experience strongly preferred.
- Demonstrated success in negotiating costs, rebates, freight, and payment terms to maximize value.
- Proven ability to source suppliers and negotiate competitive pricing and terms.
- Strong working knowledge of LBM Categories and yard operations, including grades, dimensions, seasonality, and handling constraints.
- Proficient in purchasing and point-of-sale systems, inventory management tools, and Microsoft Excel.
- Strong forecasting skills with data-driven approach, while remaining grounded in real-time store operations and customer demand.
- Work well under pressure and are savvy with balancing and meeting multiple strict deadlines.
- Understand receiving challenges, freight constraints, and product movement to make informed operational decisions.
- Strong oral and written communication skills and communicate effectively using multiple communication channels.
- Attentive to detail and hold precision and accuracy as core values.
- Available to work a flexible schedule; some evenings and weekends are required.
What We Offer
- Competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package including a flexible spending account, and an employer matched pension plan at one of Saskatchewan’s largest companies.
- Encouragement to take advantage of learning opportunities, to grow and develop and to foster a culture of teamwork and innovation.
If you share our commitment to our communities combined with a fresh, innovative vision for our future, we invite you to apply online or send your resume to Rebecca Craig, Talent Acquisition Specialist, at careers@lakecountrycoop.ca. Applications will be reviewed as received; position will remain open until filled.
We believe all candidates should feel at home with us and be given the opportunity to fully participate during the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, we invite you to submit your requests to us at careers@lakecountrycoop.ca. All information received will be kept confidential.
At Lake Country Co-op, we embrace diversity and inclusion, and we are working to create a workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We support and provide an environment that allows all to bring their whole selves to work.
We can’t wait to hear from you! We thank all candidates for their interest: however, only those selected to continue in the recruitment process will be contacted.
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