Buyer

Davie; Quebec; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Davie, Canada’s largest shipyard, seeks a Buyer to ensure compliant procurement and optimal quality, cost, and delivery timelines for shipyard needs. You will gather technical specs, source suppliers, evaluate bids, and issue purchase orders in alignment with approvals.

You will collaborate with engineering, production, and planning teams, resolve material non-conformities, and support project cost Evaluations as needed. Fluency in English and French is required for supplier communication.

Qualifications

• College diploma or relevant training in procurement.
• 2–5 years’ experience as a buyer.
• Proficiency with procurement software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Fluency in French and English; English required for supplier interactions.
• Strong interpersonal communication and customer service orientation.

Responsibilities

• Gather technical information to obtain pricing and lead times for RFQs/RFPs.
• Identify and select suppliers based on specs.
• Review bids to ensure requirements are met.
• Obtain approvals before issuing purchase orders.
• Coordinate with departments to analyze proposals.
• Resolve delivery non-conformities with receiving.
• Work with Accounting on commercial issues.
• Assist Estimating with pricing for equipment/materials.
• Negotiate frameworks for services and materials.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Prioritization

Customer service

Security clearance

Education

College diploma in procurement

Tools

Procurement software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

Even great teams need a break! Our shipyard will be closed for a summer shutdown from July 18 to August 2. See you soon! As a Buyer, you ensure compliance with CDCI’s procurement procedures and guidelines. The incumbent will liaise with suppliers to secure the optimal combination of quality, cost, and delivery timelines, based on the material and service requirements of the shipyard.

More Specifically, You Will

• Gather technical information on required parts, equipment, or services to obtain competitive pricing and lead times for requests for proposals or quotations.
• Identify and select potential suppliers based on the technical specifications of the requested equipment or services.
• Review supplier bids to ensure they fully meet the stated requirements.
• Obtain necessary approvals before issuing purchase orders to suppliers.
• Act as a resource in identifying substitute products when original items are unavailable.
• Request bids from suppliers, negotiate terms for goods and services, and prepare purchase orders in line with agreed terms.
• Collaborate with relevant departments (engineering, production, estimating, planning, etc.) to analyze technical proposals.
• Work with receiving personnel to resolve any non-conformities regarding delivered materials, as needed.
• Coordinate with the Accounting Department to address commercial issues, as needed.
• Occasionally provide the Estimating Department with pricing information on specific equipment and materials to support project cost evaluations.
• Periodically negotiate framework agreements for services and material purchases.
• Perform any other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications

• College diploma or relevant training in procurement.
• Two (2) to five (5) years’ experience as a buyer.
• Proficiency with procurement software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Negotiating skills.
• Proficiency in French and English (written and spoken). Fluency in English is required for this position, as you will interact with English-speaking suppliers.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to manage priorities effectively.
• Strong customer service orientation.
• Successful completion of the security screening process and obtainment of the required security clearance under the Federal Government’s Contract Security Program (minimum of 5 years of residency in Canada, with no interruption of 6 consecutive months.

About Us

Founded in 1825, Davie is Canada’s largest shipyard. We build and repair specialized, essential vessels for government and commercial clients.

Working at Davie means embracing vast possibilities every day and taking part in an adventure where every project leads to something monumental. It’s about tackling big challenges with creativity, determination, and passion.

There’s a real sense of pride in being part of the Davie team. It’s not just about delivering major projects—it’s about innovation and pushing boundaries to accomplish something truly remarkable.

At Davie, we forge the monumental!