Strategic Buyer II

Finning International Inc.; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Finning Canada is seeking a permanent, full-time Strategic Buyer II to join our team in Edmonton or Calgary. You will manage end-to-end procurement, including strategic sourcing, purchasing, PO management, and expediting to ensure timely delivery in a fast-paced environment.

You will optimize supplier performance, drive procurement excellence through ERP systems, and collaborate cross-functionally to deliver business value. Travel may be required.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in procurement with emphasis on strategic buying.
• Experience with spend analytics tools and/or e-procurement.
• Experience with ERP systems (Ariba/Sage/DBS/Lawson or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Procure goods/services from preferred suppliers to fulfill demand (Indirect and Direct).
• Expedite emergency orders considering vendor cut-offs and transport options.
• Follow up with internal customers/vendors on delays, pricing, or quality issues.

Skills

Procurement experience

Spend analytics

ERP systems

Customer-focused

Education

SCMP designation or diploma in Business or related field

Tools

Ariba

Sage

DBS

Lawson

MRP/ERP

Job description

Company: Finning Canada Number of Openings: 1 Worker Type: Permanent Position Overview: Finning Canada is looking for a permanent, full-time Strategic Buyer II to join our team in either Edmonton or Calgary. In this role, you will be responsible for managing end-to-end procurement activities, including strategic sourcing, purchasing, purchase order management, and expediting, to ensure the timely delivery of goods and services in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. As a key partner to the business, you will help support operational reliability by optimizing supplier performance, improving lead times, identifying cost‑saving opportunities, and driving procurement excellence through effective use of ERP systems, standardized processes, and strong cross-functional collaboration. If you are a proactive procurement professional who enjoys building supplier relationships, solving complex challenges, and delivering business value.

Job Description

Major Job Responsibilities

• Procure goods/services from preferred suppliers to fulfill customer demand as well as business needs (Indirect and Direct spend)
• Expedite emergency orders to achieve the highest reasonable level of service appropriate to the need, while considering vendor cut-off times, transportation alternatives, in‑transit times, freight rates and vendor policies
• Follow‑up with internal customers and vendors regarding delays, errors, pricing, or quality issues.
• Support branches and departments to improve knowledge, understanding of processes and procedures in alignment with Procurement policies.
• Support Buyer IIIs with day‑to‑day functions
• Provide back‑up support for other team members during vacation, business travel, or high‑volume periods.
• Responsible for consistent adherence to Procurement processes throughout
• Represent the company in a professional and ethical manner and maintain effective relationships with internal departments, staff, and our vendors, while maintaining proper confidentiality
• Some travel may be required, dependent on role.

Required Skills

• SCMP designation or diploma, Business or equivalent experience in a related field an asset
• Preferred 2 years of procurement experience with a focus on strategic buying.
• Experience with spend analytics tools and/or e‑procurement
• Experience with Ariba/Sage/DBS/Lawson system/MRP or equivalent ERP system
• Positive, “can‑do” attitude and customer focused approach, able to deal with challenging situations with integrity, empathy and passion.

At Finning, we prioritize creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we actively encourage all individuals to express themselves and achieve their full potential. As a company, we continuously strive to enhance our outreach to individuals of all backgrounds and identities. We do not discriminate against applicants based on gender identity, race, national and ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital and family status, and/or mental or physical disabilities. Furthermore, Finning is committed to collaborating with and providing reasonable accommodations /adjustments to individuals with disabilities. If you require an adjustment/accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please inform your recruiter.

About Us

Finning is the world’s largest Caterpillar dealer delivering unrival‑led service for over 80 years. The company sells, rents and provides parts and service for equipment and engines to customers in various industries, including mining, construction, petroleum, forestry and a wide range of power systems applications. Finning employs approximately 14,500 people world‑wide and operates in three geographies, with the head office in Vancouver, BC, Canada.

OUR DIVISIONS

Finning International Inc. is the corporate head office of the publicly traded corporation, which is listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol: FTT. Finning Canada is the authorized dealer for Caterpillar products in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, the Northwest Territories, and a portion of Nunavut. Finning South America is the authorized dealer for Caterpillar products in Chile, Argentina, and Bolivia. Finning UK and Ireland is the authorized dealer for Caterpillar products in the United Kingdom and Ireland. Rental of equipment is facilitated through the dealership locations as well as The Cat Rental Store locations in Finning Canada and Finning South America. OEM Remanufacturing - OEM, a Finning enterprise, is one of North America's most advanced engine and powertrain component remanufacturing providers and is located in Edmonton, Alberta.