Buyer IV

Randstad Canada; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Procurement Specialist to optimize supply chain operations and manage supplier relationships. The role involves sourcing, negotiation, and performance management within a dynamic environment. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and a related degree or certification. This position offers opportunities for career growth and work-life balance in a hybrid setting.

Benefits

Inclusive Culture

Career Growth

Work-Life Balance

Strong Leadership & Teamwork

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in supply chain/procurement, preferably in oil and gas.
• Strong communication and independent decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Managing supplier sourcing cycles, contract formation, and negotiation.
• Overseeing supplier performance to ensure operational efficiency.
• Providing technical expertise for contract administration.

Skills

Communication

Decision-Making

Teamwork

Negotiation

Analytical Skills

Education

Degree in Purchasing

Degree in Supply Chain Management

Degree in Finance

Degree in Business Administration

SCMP Certification

CPSM Certification

Tools

SAP

Oracle

MS Office

SharePoint

Job description

Procurement Specialist – Driving Supply Chain Excellence!

Are you a strategic thinker with a knack for supply chain operations? Join our team as a Procurement Specialist, where you'll work closely with Supply Chain Business Teams to ensure seamless purchase order execution and optimize procurement processes.

Your key responsibilities will include:

1. Sourcing & Negotiation: Managing supplier sourcing cycles, contract formation, and negotiation to drive competitive agreements.
2. Supplier Relations: Leading post-award activities, invoice attestation, and contract close-outs while fostering strong supplier relationships.
3. Performance Management: Overseeing supplier performance to ensure operational efficiency and business success.
4. Expert Support: Providing senior-level technical expertise for contract administration and procurement strategies.

If you're passionate about procurement and thrive in a dynamic environment, we’d love to have you on board! Let’s shape the future of supply chain together.

Location: Calgary, AB or Edmonton, AB, North York, ON

Position: On-site hybrid (Mon, Tue, Thu in office)

Duration: 1 year (with a possibility of extension)

Advantages

• Inclusive Culture
• Career Growth
• Work-Life Balance
• Strong Leadership & Teamwork

Responsibilities

• Independently working on complex Procurement issues.
• Ensuring material/services are accurately acquired to meet stakeholder objectives.
• Leading investigations and analyses, providing advice, including legal reviews.
• Maintaining relationships with key suppliers.
• Prioritizing work and resources to meet stakeholder expectations.
• Participating in procurement negotiations and processes.

SCOPE

• Working independently on complex technical issues supporting an enterprise area.
• Providing technical knowledge in problem-solving, project management, and opportunity identification.
• Forming, negotiating, and managing purchase orders.
• Leading sourcing development, RFx, and evaluation processes.
• Reviewing purchase orders for negotiated terms, risk mitigation, and pricing.
• Identifying efficiencies, cost reductions, and continuous improvements.
• Reviewing billings, purchase orders, and addressing non-compliance issues.
• Recommending process, system, and tool adjustments to support strategic objectives.
• Educating the business on policies and procedures.
• Maintaining records per policies and audit guidelines.
• Validating and executing change orders.
• Providing training and guidance to junior team members.
• Supporting continuous improvement of Supply Chain processes.
• Participating in special projects and utilizing Oracle extensively.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Required:

• Related degree (e.g., Purchasing, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Business Administration) or SCMP/CPSM certification.
• 7+ years of experience in supply chain/procurement, preferably in oil and gas.
• Strong communication and independent decision-making skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and maintain supplier relationships.
• Proficiency in Supply Chain systems (SAP/Oracle), MS Office, SharePoint.

Preferred:

• Stakeholder influence skills, knowledge of strategic sourcing, category management.
• Excellent negotiation, analytical, facilitation, and project management skills.
• Ability to work with urgency in ambiguous environments.
• Knowledge of procurement policies like SOX, and Oracle Cloud.

Summary

Interested candidates can send resumes to [e-mail].

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, ensuring accessible and equitable employment opportunities for all, including those with disabilities or from underrepresented groups. Please specify any accommodation needs during the application process by emailing [e-mail].