Senior Buyer

Sr. BuyerHybrid: Edmonton, Alberta12+ Months of contract with possibility of extension$35-$38 Hourly on T4Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the end-to-end procurement process for goods and services, ensuring compliance with company policies and standards.
• Develop and execute RFx (Request for Proposal, Request for Quotation, Request for Information) strategies to obtain competitive bids and achieve cost-effective solutions.
• Issue and manage purchase orders / service orders, ensuring accuracy and alignment with stakeholder needs and contractual agreements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional departments to understand project requirements and align procurement strategies accordingly.
• Address and resolve complex procurement issues, providing innovative solutions to meet business needs.
• Mentor and train junior staff members, fostering an environment of continuous learning and development within the procurement team.
• Maintain strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure smooth procurement operations.
• Evaluate and analyze supplier performance, negotiating terms and contracts to optimize value for the company.
• Monitor market trends and industry developments to make informed purchasing decisions.
• Ensure that all procurement activities are documented accurately and filed according to compliance and audit requirements.

Qualifications/Required:

• A related university degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field, such as Purchasing/Supply Chain Management, B. Comm, or Finance.
• Professional certification such as SCMP (Supply Chain Management Professional) or CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional) or equivalent is required.
• 8-10 or more years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience in supply chain/procurement/contracts, with a strong background in procurement.
• Capability to effectively communicate within a team environment and establish strong working relationships.
• Demonstrated application of relevant knowledge of Supply Chain systems (SAP/Oracle) in business situations without reliance on reference guides.
• Ability to influence stakeholders/customers without direct authority, with a solid understanding of leading supply chain techniques (e.g., total cost ownership principles, category management, strategic sourcing models, supplier qualification methodology).
• Excels in high-pressure, fast-paced environments, adeptly managing a large volume of requests.
• Demonstrates outstanding attention to detail and strong organizational abilities.
• Possesses superior communication skills with an emphasis on collaborating effectively with internal customers to deliver exceptional service. Capable of translating technical concepts for a non-technical audience.
• Proficiency in MS Office, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, and SharePoint.