Senior Buyer/ Order Administrator

SNC-Lavalin; Pickering; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Ontario is seeking a Senior Buyer responsible for procurement activities across various business units. The role involves creating RFI and RFP packages, negotiating with suppliers, and managing procurement tasks for complex projects. Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience and post-secondary education. The position offers competitive compensation, flexible benefits, and opportunities for professional development in a hybrid work environment.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Flexible benefits

Professional development opportunities

Hybrid working culture

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years' experience in buying complex procurement packages.
• Experience with ERP software is an asset.
• Experience in supplier negotiations and evaluations.

Responsibilities

• Procure goods and services for various projects.
• Create and issue RFI and RFP packages.
• Conduct supplier negotiations.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Supplier sourcing

Procurement best practices

Quality program standards

Knowledge of complex PO structures

Education

Post Secondary Education

Supply Chain Management Professional certification or enrolment

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Job Description

Overview

Reporting to the Procurement Manager, the Senior Buyer is responsible for the procurement of goods and services for various projects and business units. Purchases of goods and services can be complex in nature, including high level quality and nuclear requirements, however, a Senior Buyer may be required to purchase all goods and services the business requires at all levels of complexity. Complexity of packages is determined by the Procurement Manager assigning the task.

Your role

• Create and Issue RFI packages for Proposal activity.
• Create and Issue RFP packages for the purpose of procurement activity.
• Source the market and create Bidders Lists for approval by QA and Engineering representatives as required Obtain NDA and Export permits as required.
• Review supplier bid packages/ quotes, including preparing Commercial Bid evaluations and Scorecards as required.
• Conduct supplier negotiations and host site visits as applicable during the tendering cycle.
• Issue supplier bid packages to QA and Engineering representatives for evaluation and qualification for award of the Purchase Order (PO).
• Negotiate Terms & Conditions between the Supplier, Legal, ensuring all exceptions are finalized prior to award of PO.
• Ensure Engineering and QA have resolved all technical and Quality exceptions and/or clarifications prior to award of PO.
• Prepare and Issue Recommendation and Authorization to Purchase (RAP), including review and approval.
• Create and Issue Purchase Order’s, include review and approval.
• Create and Issue Change Orders, including review and approval.
• Interface with Key Purchase Order stakeholders including Engineering, Project Manager, Project Controls, Procurement QA and Document Control.
• Ensure all Key control records are filed in accordance with company procedures.
• Update purchasing database to ensure all fields are complete and accurate for project reporting.
• Conduct Initial Kick-off Meeting and PO review meetings as required.
• Expedite all supplier deliverables, including goods, services and documents as required.
• Complete monthly accruals, invoicing and PO closeout activities including Supplier Performance and Scorecards.
• Resolve non-conforming items/PO returns, warranty and insurance claims as required.
• Service PO’s may require review and administration of progress schedule and milestone payments.
• Execute tasks in support of Procurement initiatives/ objectives, as assigned by the Procurement Manager.

About you

• Post Secondary Education.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in Buying complex Procurement packages or equivalent.
• Supply Chain Management Professional certification or enrolment in the program is an asset.
• Experience with ERP software is an asset.
• Experience in supplier negotiations.
• Experience in supplier sourcing, evaluations and performance.
• Experience in Quality program standards and processes related to supply chain (All levels).
• Knowledge competitive bidding best practices.
• Knowledge in manufacturing, experience at supplier facilities.
• Knowledge of complex PO structure, contract terms and conditions.
• Understanding of the financial system, invoicing/milestone payments, Levels of Authority, Ethics/Compliance/Integrity Controls.
• Health, Safety & Environment Requirements/ Complex Service PO’s including Construction and trade unions.
• Other Aspects (If Applicable):
  • May be required to travel or work at Project sites.

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career at AtkinsRéalis in Canada.

Enjoy competitive compensation, employee recognition, and a brilliant range of flexible benefits you can tailor to your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle needs.

Make the most of diverse opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise.

And take advantage of our hybrid working culture and generous time-off policies to balance a fulfilling career with your personal life.

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About AtkinsRéalis

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Job Type Regular

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