Procurement Lead/Senior Buyer

BWXT; Peterborough; On-site; CAD 92,000 - 142,000; Full time

Job summary

BWXT Nuclear Energy Canada Inc. in Peterborough, Ontario, seeks a Procurement Lead to oversee day-to-day purchasing for safety and non-safety systems in the nuclear industry.

You will guide a procurement team, negotiate with suppliers, and develop strategic sourcing to ensure on-time delivery and cost efficiency. The role reports to the Strategic Supply Manager and involves contract administration, supplier development, and cross-functional collaboration with Engineering, Legal, Manufacturing,

Qualifications

• University or college degree in engineering or technology.
• Minimum 10 years in procurement leadership roles.
• Minimum 5 years in nuclear field or related engineering design/technical positions.
• Experience purchasing to nuclear standards and codes (ASME NCA 3800/4000, NQA-1, CSA N285/N286, Z/N299, ISO 9001).

Responsibilities

• Lead and support procurement team in day-to-day purchasing activities.
• Review bid evaluations and release high-value purchase orders; negotiate and establish long-term agreements.
• Develop sourcing strategies; qualify and develop suppliers considering capability, market, cost, quality, schedule and risk.
• Maintain knowledge of supplier capabilities; address issues with senior management.
• Administer contracts lifecycle; drive supplier corrective actions and cost recovery.
• Guide team operations: resource planning, recruitment, onboarding with Functional Manager.
• Set team goals, monitor KPIs, manage meetings and timecard approvals.
• Lead training, mentoring and continuous-improvement initiatives.
• Lead value analysis and cost-saving efforts with cross-functional partners.

Skills

Procurement leadership

Vendor negotiation

Cross-functional collaboration

Team management

KPI tracking

Project management

Risk management

Communication skills

Engineering knowledge

Education

Engineering or technology degree

Tools

Nuclear standards & codes (ASME/NQA/CSA/ISO)

Job description

At BWXT Nuclear Energy Canada Inc. (BWXT NEC), we are committed to excellence in every business initiative. With over 500 workers across locations in Peterborough, Toronto, and Arnprior, BWXT NEC supplies nuclear fuel and fuel channel components, services, equipment and parts for the CANDU® nuclear power industry.

Procurement Lead

We are looking for a Procurement Lead for our Peterborough, Ontario site. BWXT NEC's Fuel and Fuel Handling business is involved in the design, manufacture, development, testing, parts supply, and service of on-power refueling, reactor maintenance, and nuclear medicine delivery tooling sold around the world. We are the original designer of the automated systems that allow 24/7 on power refueling of CANDU reactors and aim to solve some of the Nuclear Industry’s most challenging problems. Today, BWXT’s equipment is being used in most of the nuclear power plants in Canada and is critical to delivering carbon free energy production and lifesaving medical isotopes.

The Peterborough community invites you to take a deep breath, relax and enjoy life. We have an abundance of recreational opportunities, festivals, and entertainment that is fueled by culture, nature and homegrown culinary experiences. Friendly people, inspiring landscapes and incredible lakes are waiting for you in the heart of cottage country. The region is home to 140,000 people (approx. 83,000 in the City of Peterborough) in addition to the charming towns, townships and villages that make up the County. We offer the best of all worlds here and we’d like you to get to know us a bit better. http://peterboroughed.ca/why-peterborough/live/

Role Summary

The Procurement Lead will report to the Strategic Supply Manager. This Senior Level position provides leadership and support for the procurement and delivery of safety and non-safety related systems and equipment used for the remote control of fuel handling systems, specialized tooling and process plant systems in the nuclear industry

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the Procurement team in day-to-day purchasing activities, including vendor selection, quote evaluation, resolution of technical exceptions, and purchase of assigned commodities and services.
• Review bid evaluations and release high-value purchase orders; lead complex, cross-functional negotiations and establish supplier-specific long-term and scheduling agreements.
• Develop sourcing strategies and identify, qualify, and develop suppliers, considering technical capability, market conditions, cost, quality, schedule, and business risk.
• Maintain knowledge of supplier capabilities and work with supplier contacts and senior management to address issues, explore manufacturing applications, and improve performance.
• Administer contracts throughout their lifecycle, including revisions, schedules, warranty claims, and quality or commercial discrepancies; lead supplier corrective actions, quality improvements, and cost recovery.
• Guide team operations by assigning work, supporting resource planning and recruitment, and onboarding new team members in partnership with the Functional Manager.
• Set and communicate team goals, monitor performance and KPIs, support performance reviews, and manage team meetings and weekly timecard approvals.
• Develop and maintain procurement procedures and work instructions; lead training, mentoring, best-practice sharing, and continuous-improvement initiatives.
• Lead value analysis and cost-saving efforts, partnering with Engineering, Legal, Manufacturing, and Project Management to improve supply chain effectiveness and address project risks.
• Model and ensure compliance with BWXT policies, the Business Management System, quality systems, contractual requirements, and applicable codes, regulations, and standards.

Qualifications

• University or college degree in engineering or technology or minimum 5 years related technical experience
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in a Procurement leadership role.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience working in the nuclear field.Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Engineering design and/or technical position (preferred).
• Well-developed knowledge/understanding, and experience purchasing to nuclear standards and codes (ASME NCA 3800 and 4000, NQA-1, CSA N285, N286 -12, N286.7, Z/N299, ISO 9001, Q396).
• Well-developed knowledge/understanding, and experience reviewing product/process/equipment qualifications.
• Well-developed knowledge/understanding, and experience interpreting drawings and technical documents.
• General understanding of manufacturing principals (raw material specifications, machining, welding, NDT, dimensional inspection).
• Supplier relationship development, negotiation skills, excellent written and oral communication skills as well as the ability to effectively lead teams
• Project Management experience (preferred)
• Significant product knowledge and understanding of BWXT NEC’s Business Processes (preferred)
• Significant capability with regard to risk management and quality tools

We thank you for your interest, however, only those candidates under consideration will be contacted.

At BWXT, we are committed to a fair, transparent, and inclusive hiring process. As part of our recruitment process, we use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist with screening and evaluating applicants. These tools support our efforts to make consistent and equitable hiring decisions.

The base salary range for this position in Ontario (CA-ON) at the start of employment is expected to be between $92,000 and $142,000 per year. However, the base salary offered is based on local job market factors and may vary further depending on factors specific to the selected job candidate, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as an annual cash incentive in addition to a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided at such time the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment.

Learn more about how BWXT employs nuclear technology to solve some of the world’s most important problems. BWXT’s capabilities video showcases our innovation in commercial nuclear power, addressing climate change, as well as our advanced nuclear medicine products treating patients around the world. We are People Strong. Innovation Driven.

BWXT Nuclear Energy Canada Inc. embraces diversity of thought, values individuality, encourages new perspectives and provides equal opportunity in employment for all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, disability, a conviction for which a pardon has been granted or a record suspended or any other category protected by federal law. BWXT Nuclear Energy Canada Inc. is committed to fostering an accessible, fair, and inclusive environment where all employees are able to access goods while being respected and supported. If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, please advise us as soon as possible so appropriate arrangements can be made. If you require information in a format that is accessible to you, please contact Human Resources.

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