Buyer

Aecon Concessions; Surrey; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Surrey, British Columbia, is seeking a Buyer to manage project procurement and vendor negotiations. The ideal candidate will possess an undergraduate degree in Business Administration or Engineering, along with strong organizational and communication skills. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to Canada's infrastructure projects while promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Benefits

Comprehensive health services

Career development programs

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• Proven ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in program management would be considered an asset.
• Attention to detail, mathematical and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for project procurement plan and on-time delivery.
• Responsible for the procurement process in SAP.
• Negotiate low-value contracts with vendors and service providers.

Skills

Organizational skills

Advanced communication skills

Negotiation skills

Interpersonal skills

Research skills

Education

Undergraduate degree in Business Administration or Engineering

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint)

Job description

Position Title: Buyer

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!

At Aecon, you can count on:

• Safety Always. Our number one core value. If we can’t do it safely, we don’t do it at all.
• Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
• Accountability. We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.

We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. So, we invest in our people, just like they invest in us!

• Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
• Believe in helping you build your career through our Aecon University and Leadership Programs.
• Are committed to supporting and investing in inclusive work environments, through initiatives like Equity, Diversity & Inclusion training, our Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs, and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to ensure we are building inclusion into every aspect of our culture at Aecon.
• Are a leader in sustainable construction. With a strong commitment to operating responsibly by minimizing our impact on the environment and surrounding communities.

Our business success relies on strong execution and continuous improvement – driven by the diversity, expertise and teamwork of our people. We’re always searching the globe for innovative, collaborative minds to join our best-in-class Aecon community!

What is the Opportunity?

Aecon Civil is a market leader with a self-perform competitive advantage and core local strength in key markets. We’re proud of our work helping to expand and improve Canada’s infrastructure and transportation networks, and we’re ready to build the future of our country.

• What You’ll Do Here:
• Accountable for project procurement plan and on-time delivery.
• Responsible for the procurement process in SAP.
• Negotiating low-value contracts with vendors and service providers.
• Adherence to Aecon's preferred supplier sourcing footprint.
• Accountable for driving towards zero exceptions in the procure to pay process.
• Real time solution of price, delivery, account assignment, material, and service-related exceptions.
• Actively participates and aids in the development of vendor improvement plans.
• What You Bring to the Team:
• An undergraduate degree in Business Administration or Engineering preferred.
• Proven organizational skills and ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines and handle multiple tasks within a fast‑paced work environment.
• Advanced communication skills demonstrated through previous experience in the following contexts: multi‑disciplinary project & program meetings, technical reviews with solution provider / vendor / supplier and subject matter experts.
• Experience in program management would be considered an asset.
• Ability to interpret process flow charts to understand what data is captured and how it travels between various applications.
• Ability to build positive working relationships with professionals within industry and internal clients.
• Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Attention to detail, mathematical and analytical skills.
• Solid research skills and commitment to continually learn about new products / technologies / processes.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint).

Aecon fosters diversity, inclusion and belonging within and across our organization. We welcome all to apply including women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner. Through the implementation of the requirements of the ACA and its applicable regulations, appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.

Location: Surrey, British Columbia, CA

Operating Sector: Human Resources