Purchasing assistant Jobs in Whitby, ON

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About Us

Spanning five decades and more than 400 nuclear energy projects, Aecon Nuclear’s portfolio of building, refurbishing, maintaining and decommissioning nuclear power facilities reflects a record of project success that ranges from small but essential maintenance contracts to major construction endeavours. Aecon supports clients with expert project management and trades working to Aecon’s most exacting standards, based on the nuclear industry’s fundamental principles of safety, reliability, quality and predictable performance.

Aecon has successfully executed a broad range of projects, including construction of the Bruce ‘B’ heavy Water Plant, Bruce Unit 1 & 2 Balance of Plant Refurbishment and the Darlington Used Fuel Dry Storage Project. This kind of experience and track record has made Aecon a trusted supplier to clients for their mission critical projects. The Darlington Retube and Feeder Replacement Project (RFR) – Ontario Power Generation’s largest nuclear project, and the fabrication, assembly, inspection, examination and testing of 24 American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) Mechanical Process Modules for two new build nuclear power plants in the U.S. are key examples of Aecon Nuclear’s flagship projects.

Aecon’s unparalleled industry experience has also helped with securing long-term master service agreements with longstanding clients in key sectors of the Canadian economy. In the nuclear power sector, these trusted partnerships are especially and increasingly important.

To support the nuclear sector in Canada, Aecon maintains a nuclear quality management system compliant to the requirements of CSA Standards N286-05, CAN3-Z299.1 and N286.7. Additionally, Aecon maintains several CSA N285.0 Certificates of Authorization. Aecon’s N, NPT, NS & NA Stamps from the ASME, coupled with programmatic compliance to U.S. Federal Regulation 10CFR50 Appendix B, has extended Aecon’s reach to the U.S. and international nuclear markets.

The position is located in the Pickering, Ont and reporting to the Procurement Manager, the SR Purchasing Agent is responsible to negotiate and purchase various commodities, equipment, and services for the Pickering Refurbishment project.

What You'll Do Here

Primary responsibility is to lead and manage the full procurement lifecycle to support the overall success of a project or site

The range of activities includes early engagement and demand planning, developing a procurement plan in support of the full project lifecycle, including the tendering process, market solicitation, negotiation, contract award and contract management

The position will require procurement of equipment, material & components as well as Nuclear safety related materials & components primarily for use in Nuclear Power Plants in Canada. This may include but not limited to : plate, structural steel, pipe, tubing, fittings, valves, weld consumables, electrical components & supplies, and personal protective wear

Review of purchase requisitions and related documentation to ensure clarity and completeness with the description of materials, components or equipment, quantity, adherence to quality assurance requirements, proper authorization of funding, delivery requirements, & desired mode of transportation

Preparation and issuance of standard and quality related Request for Quotation (RFQ’s) to qualified vendors based on Aecon’s Approved Suppliers List (ASL)

Conduct market-based research to develop new suppliers that would add value to Aecon projects

Provide assistance to the Procurement Manager to develop project specific procurement plans or as assigned, take the lead in developing such plans.

Negotiation or assistance with the negotiation for major contracts of best price, delivery, terms of payment and purchase conditions, tax exemptions, price escalation, and other factors impacting the supply of material or components

Assisting the Procurement Manager to develop and implement detailed strategies for procurement, including cost reduction strategies to meet organizational goals and objectives

Working with Aecon Operations personnel and supporting regional offices in obtaining materials required as needed

Support estimating team with pricing at tendering stage

Ensuring quality, reliability and responsiveness to operational needs which meet or exceed organizational expectations

Logistics management including expediting for critical site deliveries

Accountability to ensure our internal clients are serviced beyond normal business hours

Ensure training on the Aecon Quality assurance manual is accurate and up to date

What You Bring To The Team

5+ years experience in the Nuclear Construction Industry in a procurement role or 8+ years experience in a conventional procurement role

Completion of Materials and Operations Management Program at the College or University Level an asset

Enrollment in or completion of PMAC’s Accreditation Program is preferred Microsoft Office Products

Working knowledge of OPG and Bruce Power Passport system would be considered an asset

Working knowledge of Nuclear Codes & Standards as they relate to procurement activities, These may include but not be limited to : ASME Section III, ASME NCA-4000, ASME NQA-1, CSA N285.0, CSA N286-05, and CSA Z299 / N299 Series.

Basic knowledge of other material or component codes and standards would be an asset. These may include but not be limited to : ASME Section II & ASME SECTION III, ASTM, & CSA

Ability to meet deadlines and manage priorities is critical

Good Interpersonal skills are essential

Customer service oriented

Good planning, decision making, negotiation and time management skills are essential

Knowledge of competitive trends & sales techniques

Knowledge of SAP planning system would be an asset