senior buyer - purchasing

Canadian Light Source Inc.; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 79,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research facility is seeking a Senior Buyer to manage procurement processes efficiently. The ideal candidate should possess a Grade 12 diploma along with relevant post-secondary education and have at least 6 years of experience in the field. Strong communication, organizational, and teamwork skills are essential for navigating vendor interactions, processing purchase orders, and enhancing procurement protocols. This is a full-time on-site position based in Saskatoon offering a salary of $78,277 per year.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 diploma and relevant post-secondary education or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 6 years of relevant work experience.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational abilities and multitasking efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Purchases goods/services following established policies.
• Interacts with vendors to source goods and services.
• Processes change orders and resolves procurement issues.
• Facilitates P-Card transactions and reconciliations.
• Assists in preparation of bid documents and contracts.
• Maintains procurement files and documentation.
• Participates in process improvement and cross-training.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational abilities

Teamwork

Procurement process knowledge

Education

Grade 12 diploma

Relevant post-secondary diploma/certificate

Job description

Posted on December 15, 2025 by Employer details Canadian Light Source Inc.

Senior Buyer – Purchasing

Location: Saskatoon, SK

Work location: On site

Salary: $78,277 per year

Term: Full time

Start: As soon as possible

Responsibilities

• Purchases goods and/or services in accordance with established policies and procedures, ensuring appropriate requisitions, quotations, agreements, and purchase orders are in place.
• Assists CLS staff with sourcing goods and services by identifying and interacting with potential vendors and obtaining quotations, as needed.
• Processes change orders and resolves procurement-related issues.
• Facilitates P-Card (credit card) transactions and performs reconciliations.
• Sets up vendors in the financial accounting system.
• Supports ReQlogic users through training and troubleshooting.
• Assists in the preparation and issuing of competitive bid documents (e.g., RFP, RFQ, RFT) and procurement contracts.
• Assists with evaluations and conducts post-award monitoring and/or expediting of procurements, as needed.
• Responds to Customs/Importation inquiries and provides recommendations to resolve issues.
• Provides activity updates, written or verbal, as required.
• Maintains procurement files and documentation (electronic and/or paper), including supplier correspondence.
• Participates in the continuous improvement of procurement-related processes.
• Participates in cross-training of other in-scope Finance positions and provides back-up support as required.

Qualifications & Experience

• Grade 12 diploma and relevant post-secondary diploma/certificate or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 6 years of relevant work experience.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work well in a team environment.
• Strong organizational abilities and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.

Source: SaskJobs #1477161

Advertised until: 2026-01-04