Administration Specialist,  AJ Forsyth - Vancouver

Russel Metals is one of the largest metals distribution and processing companies in North America servicing customers and suppliers primarily in Canada, the United States, and on occasion worldwide. The Company operates in three business segments: service centre distribution, energy sector pipe, tube, valve and fitting distribution and steel import/export distribution.  We provide steel processing and distribution services to a broad base of approximately 18, 000 end users through a network of 70 North American branches.
 
A.J. Forsyth, a division of Russel Metals Inc., is currently seeking an individual for the position of Administration Specialist in our Vancouver branch.

Job Responsibilities:

• Supervise Inventory Control administration staff.
• Develop job descriptions for subordinates and ensures proper staffing.
• Responsible for training administration staff.
• Possess the ability to perform all jobs in the Administration Department.
• Responsible for the Region’s Accounts Payable processes.
• Participate in implementing and auditing administration procedures.
• Coordinate audits with BC branches and head office.
• Coordinate all stock takes and audits for the BC Region.
• Proof read reports and memos.
• Act as backup support for the BC salary and hourly payroll processes.
• Assist with the administration of Collective Agreements.
• Liaise with IT department whenever necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

• Effective interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong analytical, time management & organizational skills.
• Good understanding of Union environment.
• Proficient in MS applications.
• Knowledge of computer systems including Oracle and Metalware.

Preferable:

• 3-5 years of administration experience.
• Post secondary education or equivalent experience.

Interested applicants are invited to apply directly to:

Ken Munro via email at : ken.munro@ajforsyth.ca
Deadline date: May 16, 2008

Please state the position you are applying for in the subject line. No phone calls please. We thank all candidates, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.  We are an equal opportunity employer.