Project Buyer IV

Raise; Calgary; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Raise is seeking a Project Buyer IV (Electrical) to lead end-to-end procurement for large capital projects in Calgary or Edmonton. You will partner with project teams to secure critical materials, manage RFx processes, negotiations, and supplier performance, while ensuring governance and risk mitigation.

The role requires a university degree and 7+ years of procurement experience, with strong ERP experience (Oracle).

Qualifications

• University degree in Business, Supply Chain Management or related field.
• Minimum seven (7) years in supply chain, procurement, or related field.
• Experience procuring complex electrical equipment for large-scale energy/infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of RFx development, sourcing processes, contract prep, and management.
• Proven experience negotiating complex commercial agreements and contracts.
• Ability to communicate deviations, risks, and solutions to stakeholders.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience using ERP systems for purchase orders (Oracle R12/Oracle Cloud).
• 10+ years in power/electrical energy industries (preferred).
• SCMP/CPSM or MBA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing activities for complex, high-value electrical equipment and service contracts for large capital projects.
• Assess market conditions and engage suppliers early to meet project dates.
• Collaborate with SCM partners and project teams to develop sourcing strategies.
• Manage full sourcing lifecycle: RFx, evaluations, negotiations, contract execution.
• Prepare procurement plans, forecasts, and status reports for stakeholders.
• Identify procurement risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Partner with Governance, Quality, Legal, and Expediting teams to meet objectives.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with policies and governance requirements.
• Negotiate commercial terms balancing business objectives and risk.
• Manage supplier relationships and performance to support project success.
• Create and manage purchase orders in ERP systems.
• Provide procurement guidance on commercial and contractual matters.

Skills

Procurement

RFx development

Contract negotiation

Oracle ERP

Supplier management

Stakeholder management

Sourcing strategies

Communication

Education

Bachelor degree in Business or related field

MBA

SCMP / CPSM designation

Tools

Oracle ERP

ERP systems (Oracle R12/Cloud)

Job description

Project Buyer IV

• Contract Length: 1 Year
• Location: Calgary or Edmonton, AB T5J 0H3

Job Overview

The Project Buyer IV (Electrical) is responsible for managing end-to-end procurement activities in support of large-scale capital projects. This role serves as a strategic partner to project teams by leading sourcing initiatives, ensuring compliance with procurement governance requirements, and securing critical materials and services needed to support project execution. The successful candidate will oversee competitive bidding processes, contract negotiations, purchase order issuance, supplier management, and procurement planning while mitigating risks and supporting project timelines.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing activities for complex, high-value, and long lead-time electrical equipment and service contracts supporting large capital projects.
• Assess market conditions and identify opportunities for early supplier engagement to secure capacity and meet project in-service dates.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain Management (SCM) Business Partners, Category Managers, and client project teams to develop sourcing and procurement strategies.
• Manage the full sourcing lifecycle, including RFx development, proposal solicitation, bid evaluations, technical and commercial clarifications, negotiations, and contract execution.
• Prepare and maintain procurement plans, forecasts, reports, and status updates for project stakeholders.
• Identify procurement risks and contribute to the development and implementation of mitigation strategies.
• Partner with internal stakeholders, including Governance, Quality, Legal, and Expediting teams, to ensure project deliverables and procurement objectives are achieved.
• Ensure all procurement activities comply with SCM policies, procedures, and enterprise governance requirements.
• Negotiate commercial agreements and contract terms while balancing business objectives and risk management considerations.
• Manage supplier relationships and monitor supplier performance to support project success.
• Create and manage purchase orders within enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
• Provide procurement expertise and guidance to project teams on commercial and contractual matters.

Qualifications

• University degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field; an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Minimum seven (7) years of experience in supply chain management, procurement, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience procuring complex electrical equipment for large-scale energy or infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of RFx development, sourcing processes, contract preparation, and contract management.
• Proven experience negotiating complex commercial agreements and contracts.
• Ability to communicate contractual deviations, commercial risks, and alternative solutions to business stakeholders.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, presentation, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to independently manage supplier relationships and performance.
• Experience using ERP systems for purchase order creation and management, preferably Oracle R12 or Oracle Cloud.
• Preferred Qualifications
• Ten (10) or more years of procurement experience within the power, electrical transmission, liquids, or natural gas energy industries.
• Postgraduate degree or Master of Business Administration (MBA).
• Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP), Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM), or equivalent professional designation.

Working Conditions

• Typical office environment.
• Minimal travel required.

We strive to build teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we work in. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including people from traditionally underrepresented groups such as women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, people identifying as LGBTQ2SI, veterans, and people with visible/nonvisible disabilities.

We have a dedicated webpage for accommodations where you can learn more about what we offer, and request accommodation: https://raise.jobs/accommodations/