Posted 17 days ago
Category Assistant - Winter 2027 Co-op
@ NFI Parts
Winnipeg, Manitoba
Overview
NFI Parts is hiring a full-time Category Assistant co-op for Winter 2027 to support its procurement team with purchase orders, supplier communication and order tracking. The role offers practical procurement experience in a supply chain environment for buses and motor coaches.
Responsibilities:
- Enter and maintain purchase orders in the ERP system
- Follow up on outstanding orders and expedite deliveries
- Communicate with suppliers on quotes and lead times
- Collect item data for tariff and customs clearance
- Maintain procurement records and compile reports
Requirements summary:
- High school diploma
- Enrolled in post-secondary supply-related education
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Knowledge of ERP systems, Oracle preferred
Tools & skills
Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · workable
- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-21
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-22
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-23
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Business operations |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Office |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Education | High school (required) |
| Fields of study | Supply chain, Procurement |
| Perks mentioned | Paid training |
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NFI Parts
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The Parts Pros®
Full company description
NFI Parts is the leading parts-support partner for North America’s bus and coach industry. As the dedicated parts division of NFI Group, we provide comprehensive replacement parts, technical support, and service solutions for New Flyer transit buses, MCI motor coaches, Alexander Dennis vehicles, ARBOC cutaways, and the legacy NABI and Orion product lines. Our team brings together more than 90 years of collective expertise and supports a combined active fleet of more than 75,000 vehicles across the continent. We serve over 17,000 customers through five strategically located distribution centers, backed by a mature supply chain and partnerships with more than 1,000 suppliers. Beyond OEM parts, we offer extensive cross-references for components common across multiple manufacturers, helping operators reduce downtime, extend fleet life, and maintain peak performance. From technical publications and training to new product development and lifecycle support, NFI Parts delivers trusted OE quality, industry-leading reach, and reliable solutions for public transit agencies, private operators, and shuttle fleets. NFI Parts. The Parts Pros®.
- LinkedIn followers
- 4,412
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 122
- Reported office locations
- 7001 Bus Universal Coach Dr, Louisville, Kentucky 40258, US
- 630 Kernaghan Avenue, Door 76, Winnipeg, Manitoba R2C 5G1, CA
- 3229 Sawmill Pkwy, Delaware, Ohio 43015, US
- 35 Cotters Ln, East Brunswick, New Jersey 08816, US
- 3181 S Willow Ave, Fresno, California 93725, US
- Business categories
- E-Commerce
- Fleet Management
- Logistics
- Transportation
- Public Transportation
- Automotive
- Wholesale
- Technical Support
- Customer Service
- Other recorded names
- NFI Parts
- NFI Parts Inc
- Specialties
- Transit Bus and Motorcoach
- Shuttle bus
- Motorcoach parts
- OEM Replacement Parts
- Aftermarket Bus Parts
- Fleet Maintenance Support
- Technical Publications
- Technical Training
- Parts Distribution
- Supply Chain Management
- Cross-Reference Parts Solutions
- Transit Bus Parts
- Coach & Cutaway Parts
- Low-Floor Bus Components
- EV and Zero-Emission Bus Parts
- Reliability Solutions
- Safety and Compliance Parts
- HVAC Systems & Components
- Electrical Systems & Components
- Lifecycle Support
- and Preventive Maintenance Products
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
NFI Parts is the leading parts-support partner for North America’s bus and coach industry. As the dedicated parts division of NFI Group, we provide comprehensive replacement parts, technical support, and service solutions for New Flyer transit buses, MCI motor coaches, Alexander Dennis vehicles, ARBOC cutaways, and the legacy NABI and Orion product lines. Our team brings together more than 90 years of collective…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing |
| Company size | 201-500 employees |
| Headquarters | Louisville, Kentucky |
| Organization type | Public Company |
| Specialties | Transit Bus and MotorcoachShuttle busMotorcoach partsOEM Replacement PartsAftermarket Bus PartsFleet Maintenance SupportTechnical PublicationsTechnical TrainingParts DistributionSupply Chain Management |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 4 |
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NFI Parts™ is North America’s most comprehensive organization providing parts, technical publications, training, and support for buses and motor coaches. NFI Parts is the parts division of NFI Group, providing replacement parts for New Flyer® transit buses, MCI® motor coaches, ADL buses, ARBOC® vehicles, as well as the product lines for the acquired NABI and Orion parts businesses. NFI Parts maintains extensive cross-references for parts and has established relationships with over 1,000 suppliers. Learn more at www.nfi.parts.
POSITION GOAL:
This position provides support to the procurement team by assisting with day-to-day purchasing activities, ensuring accurate and timely processing of orders and supplier communications. The role is designed to give the student practical experience in procurement operations while contributing to the efficiency and effectiveness of the supply chain.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Assist buyers with purchase order (PO) entry, updates, and maintenance in the ERP system.
- Investigate and help resolve supplier invoice discrepancies in coordination with the supplier and finance team.
- Communicate with suppliers to request quotes, lead times, and product availability.
- Collect item data for tariff assessments and customs clearance, including CUSMA certification, origin, metal content, and melt/smelt country.
- Follow up on outstanding orders and expedite deliveries as needed.
- Support Category Team initiatives by gathering and organizing supplier information.
- Maintain accurate procurement records and documentation.
- Track and update order statuses to ensure timely delivery.
- Assist in compiling procurement data and reports for analysis.
- Collaborate with internal departments to support procurement activities.
- Perform other general procurement and administrative duties as assigned
Requirements
- High School Diploma
- Enrolled in post-secondary Supply related education
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced team environment.
- Keen ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
- Knowledge of ERP systems, preferably Oracle, is an asset.
Benefits
WHY JOIN OUR TEAM:
- Competitive Wages.
- A continuous learning environment.
- Ability to advance your career with a growing company.
- NFI Group has been named a Manitoba Top Employer for 2020 and this is the tenth since the competition was established in 2007.
- Employee social committee organizes numerous events throughout the year, including summer barbecues, holiday festivities, sporting events and tournaments, and much more.
- Ongoing employee development through a variety of in-house training initiatives.
HOW TO APPLY
If you would like to apply for this position or know someone who would, please submit a resume.
OUR WHY:
We exist to move people. Our mission is to design and deliver exceptional transportation solutions that are safe, accessible, efficient and reliable.
NFI Group is a leading independent global bus manufacturer providing a comprehensive suite of mass transportation solutions. News and information is available at www.nfigroup.com, www.newflyer.com, www.mcicoach.com, www.nfi.parts, www.alexander-dennis.com, www.arbocsv.com, and www.carfaircomposites.com.
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