$12,345 · Purchaser

The Purchaser will be responsible for the purchasing of all food, beverage, disposables and cleaning supplies primarily for the Food Services department, assisting the chefs in sourcing and delivering the best quality products at the best price with the best service through proper bid processes, site visits to suppliers and constant communication with our chefs. For full details of this posting visit http://www.butchartgardens.com/employment The successful candidate will possess the following qualifications: * Minimum Grade 12 diploma * Excellent computer skills with working knowledge of Outlook, Word, Excel or other similar programs * Excellent communication and negotiation skills * Attention to detail * Ability to work well under pressure * Very strong organizational skills * Positive and outgoing personality Additional experience/qualifications that would be an asset: * Experience in purchasing for similar operations * Experience with Food Trak or similar inventory database * PMAC Certification * Forklift and Electric Pallet Jack Operator Certification * Food Safe Certification * WHMIS training This is a full-time year-round position, offering 40 hours per week. The position works primarily Monday to Friday however there are seasonal requirements for weekend work and statutory holidays. Remuneration will be commensurate with the level of responsibility and the qualifications of the candidate. We will be accepting applications until 5:00 PM January 28, 2019 Interested individuals should apply to: Human Resources, The Butchart Gardens, 800 Benvenuto Ave., Brentwood Bay BC, V8M 1J8. Fax: (250) 544-4455 Email: hr@butchartgardens.com The Butchart Gardens appreciates all applications, however, only those short-listed will be contacted.