Jr. Nuclear Buyer
About The Position
Black & McDonald’s Power Generation team is growing! If you are a committed and collaborative professional looking to contribute to a hard-working, innovative team, this opportunity is for you. The Jr. Nuclear Buyer is located in Pickering and typically reports directly to the Procurement Director. The Jr. Nuclear Buyer will be responsible for purchasing general equipment, materials and business services for use by the region. The Jr. Nuclear Buyer will also be responsible for providing administrative support to the company with emphasis on sourcing, purchasing material, assist in estimating, provide field staff support and issue purchase orders in a timely fashion. The Jr. Nuclear Buyer will conduct activities with added oversight as required.
Requirements
- Bachelor Degree in Business (or related discipline) or related experience
- 1-2 years of procurement experience, preferably for nuclear projects in an EPC environment
- Experience on projects with low to medium risk and complexity
- Proven understanding of procurement and contract administration process
- Strong communication, organization, analytical, and negotiation skills
Nice To Haves
- Relevant designations preferred.
Responsibilities
- Secure quotes for materials, equipment or services from suppliers for estimating during the bid process, as required
- Review discount structures with key vendors
- Identify and source materials, equipment or services based on evaluation of cost, quality of goods and services as required
- Review requests for material and prepare appropriate purchase orders to suppliers to fulfill the requirements of the project or maintenance activity
- Place orders with suppliers in such a manner as to provide the best-delivered cost for a project. Provide suppliers with purchase orders to establish a contract and facilitate billing
- Increase / close out vender purchase orders as required
- Ensure all paperwork is completed and approved before orders are placed with vendors
- Review committed costs as needed
- Review and process returns, claims and other supplier issues
- Liaison with Quality, Accounting, Project Management and Site Management as required
- Understand vendor marketplace and market conditions
- Plan, coordinate and execute procurement activities for equipment, materials and services
- Review bidder information, prepare and issue RFP and tender documents, evaluate bids, and provide recommendations
- Complete contract administration activities
- Review and escalate claims as required
- Communicate relevant information to internal stakeholders (engineering, construction, QC, accounts payable)
- Monitor and track vendor performance
- Develop and maintain relationships with existing and prospective vendors
- Any other assignments or projects as assigned by your Manager/Supervisor
Benefits
- Company paid health and dental benefits.
- Opportunity to participate in community and wellness initiatives.
- Team building events
- Access to a dynamic Employee & Family Assistance Program
- Opportunity for ongoing professional development
- Rewards and recognition
- Scholarship Program for employee dependents
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
