Buyer I

WorleyParsons; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

WorleyParsons is seeking a detail-oriented Procurement Specialist to join its Materials Management team in Edmonton. The role involves supporting procurement activities to ensure timely and cost-effective processes critical to successful project delivery. Candidates should have at least 5 years of relevant experience, strong communication skills, and proficiency in procurement software, aiming for excellence in health, safety, and environmental performance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in Procurement or Supply Chain Management.
• Strong computer skills, especially in Microsoft Excel.
• Proven ability to work well under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Review material requisitions and prepare RFQ/RFP documentation.
• Source and evaluate potential suppliers for quality and cost.
• Coordinate with suppliers to expedite material orders.

Skills

Procurement

Supply Chain Management

Microsoft Excel

Communication

Education

Diploma, degree, or certification in Supply Chain Management

Tools

Aveva ERM software

Job description

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Building on our past. Ready for the future

Worley is a global professional services company of energy, chemicals and resources experts. We partner with customers to deliver projects and create value over the life of their assets. We’re bridging two worlds, moving towards more sustainable energy sources, while helping to provide the energy, chemicals and resources needed now.

Worley Canada Construction is a leader in industrial construction in Alberta and western Canada. Our employees enjoy exciting careers in fabrication, modularization, field installation, and professional support services for some of world's most challenging heavy-oil facilities, gas plants, power-stations, renewable energy, and other industrial projects. As part of the global Worley team, we enjoy shared resources and opportunities with more than 20 Canadian locations and 40 countries.

Worley Canada Construction is looking for aProcurement Specialistfor our growing Materials Management team to work from our Edmonton Home Office. This position supports our field sites, fabrication facilities and the continuous improvement of our functional processes and procedures.

Location:Edmonton, Alberta and/or project site locations across Western Canada

We are seeking adetail-oriented and experienced Procurement Specialistto support procurement activities including bidding, evaluation, purchase order management, and supplier coordination. This role is critical to ensuring timely and cost-effective procurement for our projects.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement Process

• Review material requisitions submitted by the project team.
• Prepare and issue RFQ/RFP documentation based on project needs.
• Source and evaluate potential suppliers for quality, cost, and delivery timelines.
• Recommend suppliers based on comprehensive evaluation criteria.
• Prepare and issue accurate and timely purchase orders (POs).
• Coordinate with suppliers to expedite material orders.
• Communicate any delays or schedule conflicts to the project team.
• Ensure POs are up to date to support timely invoice processing.
• Close out POs once all contractual and procedural requirements are fulfilled.
• Work closely with project management, construction teams, client representatives, quality control, project controls, accounts payable, and suppliers.
• Maintain a clear understanding of procurement workflows and client-specific requirements.
• Manage deadlines and proactively communicate scheduling issues.
• Distribute procurement reports to clients and internal stakeholders as required.

Qualifications

Required

• Minimum 5 years of experience in Procurement or Supply Chain Management
• Strong computer skills, especially in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work productively alone and within a team
• Proven ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced, high-stress environment.

Preferred

• Previous experience in an industrial construction environment
• Familiarity with Aveva ERM software.
• Diploma, degree, or certification in Supply Chain Management or a related field.

Worley strives to be an industry leader in health, safety, and environmental performance. Our vision is to achieve zero harm to people and assets, and zero environmental incidents. We select people who share our values, beliefs, and commitment to this vision and who demonstrate the expected behaviors, competencies and performance associated with their perspective roles with the company.

Moving forward together

We’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone feels they belong, can bring themselves, and are heard. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by law.

We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. So, our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation.

And we're not just talking about it; we're doing it. We're reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today's low carbon energy infrastructure and technology.

Whatever your ambition, there’s a path for you here. And there’s no barrier to your potential career success. Join us to broaden your horizons, explore diverse opportunities, and be part of delivering sustainable change.