Senior Buyer

Worley; Oakville; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Worley in Oakville, ON is seeking a Senior Buyer to lead end-to-end procurement for major capital projects. You will develop sourcing strategies, negotiate agreements, and manage supplier relations to mitigate procurement risk and drive successful project delivery.

The role requires advanced commercial judgment, market knowledge, and the ability to mentor junior team members while delivering results in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive procurement experience.
• Experience procuring complex engineered materials and equipment.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Excellent stakeholder management and influence across leadership levels.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end procurement for major capital projects.
• Develop and execute procurement strategies balancing cost, quality, schedule and risk.
• Lead supplier negotiations and contract award recommendations.
• Build and maintain relationships with suppliers, engineering teams and project management.
• Identify procurement risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Provide procurement guidance across the project lifecycle and ensure policy compliance.
• Analyze market conditions, supplier capabilities and industry trends for sourcing decisions.
• Mentor junior procurement staff and provide technical guidance.
• Drive continuous improvement in procurement processes and supplier performance.

Skills

Negotiation

Contract management

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Education

University degree in SCM/Business/Engineering/Commerce

Job description

About Us Worley is a global company of energy, chemicals and resources experts headquartered in Australia. We partner with our customers to deliver projects and create value across the life of their assets. We specialize in consulting, engineering, procurement and construction across the project lifecycle, with services extending through to operations and decommissioning. Leveraging extensive experience and AI-enabled delivery, we support customers in navigating complexity as they meet today's needs and transition to more sustainable solutions.

About Us Worley is a global company of energy, chemicals and resources experts headquartered in Australia. We partner with our customers to deliver projects and create value across the life of their assets. We specialize in consulting, engineering, procurement and construction across the project lifecycle, with services extending through to operations and decommissioning. Leveraging extensive experience and AI-enabled delivery, we support customers in navigating complexity as they meet today's needs and transition to more sustainable solutions.

Purpose

We are currently recruiting for a Senior Buyer to join our team in Oakville, ON. This is a full-time position.

As a senior procurement professional, you will manage the procurement of complex engineered and non-engineered materials and equipment in support of major projects and corporate initiatives. You will apply advanced technical expertise, commercial judgment, and market knowledge to develop sourcing strategies, negotiate commercial agreements, manage supplier relationships, and mitigate procurement risk. You will also serve as a trusted advisor to project teams and stakeholders, providing guidance on procurement best practices and contributing to successful project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end procurement of complex engineered and non-engineered materials and equipment for major capital projects.
• Develop and execute procurement strategies that optimize commercial outcomes while balancing cost, quality, schedule, and risk.
• Lead commercial evaluations, supplier negotiations, and contract award recommendations.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, engineering teams, project management, and other key stakeholders.
• Identify procurement risks, develop mitigation strategies, and proactively resolve commercial and supply chain issues.
• Provide procurement expertise throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring compliance with company policies, client requirements, and applicable regulations.
• Analyze market conditions, supplier capabilities, and industry trends to support informed sourcing decisions.
• Mentor junior procurement professionals and provide technical guidance on complex procurement activities when required.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance procurement processes, supplier performance, and project outcomes.

Technical and Industry Experience

• Typically 7+ years of progressive procurement experience, preferably supporting engineering, energy, industrial, or major capital projects.
• Demonstrated experience procuring complex engineered equipment and materials.
• Strong commercial acumen with advanced negotiation and contract management skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities while delivering results in a fast-paced project environment.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence and build credibility across all levels of the organization.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
• Advanced understanding of procurement systems, processes, and industry best practices.
• Experience mentoring or providing technical guidance to other procurement professionals is considered an asset.

Education - Qualifications, Accreditation, Training

• University degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Commerce, or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.

Moving forward together

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. We're building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace. Creating a space where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves, and are heard.

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.