Junior Buyer/Expeditor

Hatch•Calgary, AB

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 70 years of business and technical expertise in mining, energy, and infrastructure, our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally. Join our Project Delivery Group (PDG), a dynamic team of professionals passionately committed to world-class project delivery across the globe. With expertise in sustainable studies, asset building and operations, and industry-leading efficiencies, our best-in-class team leverages methodologies, governance and systems that are unparalleled in the engineering space. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you. Looking to take the next step in your career? Hatch is seeking a dynamic Junior Buyer/Expeditor new graduate. Reporting to the Project Management & Construction Delivery, Procurement group, you will support offices globally working from our Calgary, Alberta office location. The Junior Buyer/Expeditor, in close co-operation with the engineering and other procurement team members, is essential for the purchase and delivery of project material/equipment in accordance with the project needs. The Junior Buyer/Expeditor ensures that all materials/equipment are released for delivery and handed over to logistics for delivery or delivered to the job site by the vendor in accordance with the provisions of the purchase order. The Junior Buyer/Expeditor possesses coordination skills with a familiarity of manufacturing processes and materials engineering and supply in the project and construction environment. Well-developed planning skills and strong interpersonal skills are required to ensure that potential problems are anticipated, slippage or delays in deliveries are prevented and that corrective measures are implemented proactively to ensure that risks with regard to schedule and cost are mitigated effectively.

Requirements

Must be working towards graduating in 2026, or recently graduated, with a bachelor’s degree or diploma in Supply Chain Management or a related discipline (Business Administration, Commerce, or Economics), with knowledge of procurement, logistics, and supply chain operations within a technical/engineering environment
A degree of technical aptitude and familiarity with various materials, fabrication processes and supply items
Elementary knowledge of preservation and packaging procedures
Knowledge of ISO 9000 and ISO 19011
Multi-discipline knowledge/awareness
Proven track record in a similar position
Relevant technical qualification or trade qualification
Communication skills – writing reports, presenting and leading vendor meetings

Responsibilities

Responsible for performing the purchasing activities in accordance with purchasing procedures
Expedites all project equipment/materials in accordance with the expediting plan
Ensure that the data for reporting is complete and accurate
Coordination of information relating to packing lists and delivery documentation including any documentation required for export purposes
Ensure all relevant release documentation is issued as per the Project Execution Plan
Interface with client and project members regarding expediting issues
Coordination and communication with vendors and internal disciplines using iPas MP or other forms of reporting to maintain project schedules and prevent any delays
Management of Change orders.
Monitor vendor engineering and manufacturing schedules to ensure schedule is maintained and pro-actively manage any possible delays
Coordinates with Quality surveillance to ensure the scheduled inspections are performed timely
Handover to logistics to facilitate delivery as per the purchase order pending on Incoterms conditions specified in the purchase order