Project Buyer

gevernova; Markham; On-site; CAD 101,000 - 151,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus (10%)

Healthcare benefits

Onsite work in Markham

Job summary

GE Grid Solutions, LLC in Markham, Ontario, is hiring a senior procurement professional to manage end-to-end procurement activities for projects. The role requires 5+ years in procurement, SAP purchasing expertise, and advanced Tableau/Excel skills, with on-site responsibilities and cross-functional collaboration.

You will coordinate supplier records, issue POs, manage RFQs, negotiate contracts, and monitor KPI-driven spend and delivery performance. Local travel may apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college.
• Minimum 5+ years of professional experience in procurement.
• 5+ years of SAP purchasing experience; advanced Excel, Tableau and related tools.
• Experience with KPI tracking, spend analysis, supplier performance monitoring and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Execute procurement activities aligned with project plans and supplier lead times.
• Communicate procurement status to project and leadership teams.
• Manage supplier records and documentation in purchasing systems.
• Issue and manage Purchase Orders and change orders; resolve invoices.
• Monitor supplier progress, expedite deliveries and escalate issues.
• Lead RFQ submissions, follow-ups and negotiations for cost savings.
• Support contract negotiations and upload contracts to the Oracle Contracts Database.
• Escalate supplier quality issues and recover costs from non-conformances.
• Ensure procurement data and forecasts are reflected in reporting tools.
• Drive on-time delivery performance and escalate risks as needed.

Skills

KPI tracking

Spend analysis

Supplier performance

Data workflows

Tableau

Power Query

Microsoft Access

Advanced Excel

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

SAP purchasing

Oracle

Ariba

Serrala

Oracle Primavera P6

Job description

Job Description Summary

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities:

• Execute procurement activities aligned with project execution plans and supplier lead times to meet project schedule commitments.
• Communicate procurement status regularly to project and leadership teams.
• Manage supplier record additions/modifications in purchasing systems, including the collection of required supplier documentation.
• Issue and manage Purchase Orders (PO), including acknowledgements, change orders, and invoice resolution.
• Coordinate weekly monitoring of supplier progress, expedite deliveries, and elevate issues to Project Sourcing Leads for commercial leverage.
• Manage RFQ submissions, follow-ups, and lead negotiations for products and services to achieve cost-out objectives.
• Support contract negotiations and ensure executed contracts are uploaded to the Oracle Contracts Database.
• Escalate supplier quality challenges and ensure recovery of costs related to quality non-conformances.
• Ensure procurement data, delivery forecasts, and commitments are accurately reflected in reporting tools
• Drive supplier on-time delivery performance, proactively anticipating risks and escalating as necessary.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college.
• Experience: Minimum 5+ years of professional experience in procurement.
• Technical Proficiency: Minimum 5+ years of experience working in SAP purchasing systems. Advanced skills in Tableau, Power Query, Microsoft Access, and advanced Excel.
• Proven experience supporting KPI tracking, spend analysis, supplier performance monitoring, and operational reporting. Proven ability to build automated data workflows to reduce manual effort, improve accuracy, and support management decision-making.
• Language: English (Mandatory).

Desired Characteristics

• Previous experience in project buying and strategic sourcing.
• Proficiency in Oracle, Ariba, Serrala, and Oracle Primavera (P6).
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational/planning skills.
• Ability to operate proactively with a sense of urgency and perform under pressure.
• Strong problem-solving, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional, matrixed organization.
• Demonstrated resourcefulness and self-starter mindset.

Disclosure & Application

• AI Disclosure: Please note that AI-assisted tools may be used during the screening and assessment process for this requisition.

Employing Entity: GE Grid Solutions, LLC Business Address: 650 Markland St., Markham, ON L6C 0M1, Canada Status: Existing vacancy

Base Salary Range: $101,000.00 – $151,000.00 CAD Annual. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for a 10% performance bonus/variable incentive compensation/equity. Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, and vision.

Location: Onsite (Reporting to 650 Markland St., Markham, ON) Travel Requirement: 10% domestic travel (must comply with all corporate travel and tax policies)

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No