Buyer

Methanex Corporation

Alberta

On-site

CAD 65,000 - 70,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Industry-competitive salary

Educational support

Team-oriented corporate culture

Job summary

A global leader in chemical manufacturing is seeking a Buyer in Medicine Hat, AB. This role focuses on sourcing and procuring materials and services, ensuring compliance with procurement standards. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Business or Supply Chain Management and 3-5 years of relevant experience. Join a thriving environment and enjoy competitive compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

3-5 years of progressive experience in a chemical or energy industrial setting.
Ability to manage complex issues and respond to shifting priorities.

Responsibilities

Source and procure materials, equipment, and services.
Collaborate with vendors and internal stakeholders.
Develop and issue competitive bid packages.

Skills

Negotiating skills

MS Office proficiency

Time management skills

Attention to detail

Education

Undergraduate degree or diploma in Business or Supply Chain Management

Tools

Maximo software

Job description

Use your experience in a challenging role!
Work within a collaborative team environment!
Receive competitive compensation and benefits with a global leader!

About the Organization

Methanex is the world's largest supplier of methanol to major international markets in North America, Asia-Pacific, Europe, and Latin America. With the care of the environment as the root of their business, Methanex is a Responsible Care® company committed to the safe, ethical, and environmentally sound management of the chemicals it makes and uses. Responsible Care® is an ethic established by the Chemical Industry Association of Canada (CIAC). The Responsible Care® ethic is an integral part of Methanex’s global commitment to ensuring the well-being of all stakeholders, wherever Methanex does business.

For more information, please visit methanex.com/

About the Opportunity

Methanex is currently seeking a Buyer to join the team in Medicine Hat, AB, on a full-time basis.

The Buyer is responsible for sourcing, evaluating, purchasing, and expediting materials, equipment, supplies, and services to support Methanex Corporation’s Medicine Hat operations. This role ensures all procurement activities align with Methanex’s policies, procedures, and standards.

More specifically, your responsibilities will include:

Source and procure materials, equipment, supplies, and services in compliance with corporate policies, provincial regulations, and industry best practices
Develop and issue competitive bid packages, RFPs, and purchase orders to support operational and project needs
Collaborate with vendors and internal stakeholders to ensure materials and services meet specifications, quality standards, and delivery schedules
Expedite critical purchases and resolve supply or delivery issues through proactive communication and coordination
Partner with Finance to reconcile invoice disputes, support asset disposals, and ensure accurate, timely processing of purchase transactions
Maintain accurate inventory and materials data, ensuring compliance with established guidelines and stock level controls
Support continuous improvement initiatives, system upgrades, and data integrity across procurement and warehouse functions
Monitor and ensure adherence to Methanex’s procurement standards, workflows, and documentation requirements
Contribute to the development and delivery of procurement training and end-user support to enhance process understanding and efficiency
Collaborate with peers across Methanex sites to share best practices and maintain consistency in procurement processes
Provide relief and cross-functional support to procurement and warehouse teams to ensure seamless operations
Actively uphold Methanex’s core values, Responsible Care®, and one-team culture in all procurement activities

About You

To qualify, you will need to possess an undergraduate degree or diploma in Business, Supply Chain Management or a related discipline, along with 3-5 years of experience of progressive experience in a chemical, energy, or another similar industrial setting.

Additionally, the following skills or experience are required:

Strong negotiating skills, including experience with contract negotiation, creation, and management
Proficiency with the MS Office suite of programs
Valid class 5 driver’s license
Experience with Maximo software is an asset
Experience purchasing items regulated under an owner-user program or by the Alberta Boilers Safety Association (ABSA) is an asset

As our ideal candidate for this role, you will have excellent communication ability and attention to detail while being customer-focused and dedicated to meeting the expectations of all stakeholders. You possess strong organizational, prioritization, and time management skills, with the ability to readily respond to shifting priorities and manage complex issues within a changing and evolving work environment.

Above all, you must possess exceptional problem-solving, critical/conceptual thinking, and troubleshooting skills, while also demonstrating an ongoing commitment to professional development.

About the Benefits

Building on our core values of integrity, trust, respect, and professionalism, our corporate culture encourages communication and teamwork and rewards employees for creativity and innovation.

We are also very active in supporting educational and training/development initiatives. We sponsor scholarships and co-op programs at local colleges and universities as well as hands-on training programs at our manufacturing facilities.

In exchange for your hard work and dedication, you can expect an industry-competitive salary and benefits.

Join this thriving and team-focused market leader today and expand your experience with a new challenge - Apply Now!

To apply, please complete the online application form below. Once you have answered the questions, please click NEXT and you will be instructed to attach your resume on the following page. Please submit your resume and cover letter as a single document.

Expressions of interest must be submitted by 4 p.m. on October 23, 2025.

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