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Senior Buyer

Senior Buyer

Babcock International • Victoria, British Columbia, Canada
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Permanent
Job description

Senior Buyer (2 Permanent Positions)

Victoria BC or Ottawa ON

Expected Salary : $67021 to $100532

To determine final salary Babcock considers a variety of factors including the successful Candidates skills and experience and internal equity. The final base salary offer is at the Companys sole discretion and presented as part of a competitive total compensation package.

What You Do Here Matters

In a complex world marked by the threat of war natural disasters and geopolitical instability national security has never been more important.

Babcock is an international defence company providing support and product solutions to enhance our customers defence capabilities and critical assets.

Our Canadian team combines their talent and expertise with deep global knowledge and experience from our operations in the United Kingdom Europe Australasia and Africa.

Working for us youll help ensure that Canadas critical services and assets are readily available reliable and capable for our defence and civil customers and contribute to Babcocks Purpose Creating a safe and secure world together.

Be Part of Something Big.

Babcock is a people business. Our people and customers matter most to us. Here you will experience a challenging and rewarding work environment with the support you need to deliver and thrive in your career alongside inclusive teams you respect that value your skills and dedication.

Our Babcock Principles create the foundation for how we deliver better outcomes for our Culture Customers and Communities . By collectively embodying these Principles in all the work we do our colleagues help make us great :

  • Be Curious We believe in challenging the status quo and asking how might we
  • Think : Outcomes We believe in measuring success by the results we deliver and the positive impact we make
  • Be Kind We believe in being kind to ourselves kind to each other and kind to our planet.
  • Collaborate We believe that Babcock is greater than the sum of its parts.
  • Be Courageous We believe in being brave ambitious and determined.
  • Own and Deliver We believe everybody has a part to play in Babcocks and our customers success .

Our people are at the heart of creating a safe and secure world. We offer a collection of programs and benefits designed to support their well-being :

Health & Well-being

  • 100% employer-paid health and dental premiums
  • Our Wellness benefit promotes a work environment that supports healthy lifestyles and well-being
  • Our Employee and Family Assistance Plan (EFAP) offers support and solutions for a wide range of lifes challenges
  • A Maternity / Parental Leave top-up payment is available for our colleagues as their family grows
  • Planning for the Future

  • Babcock Canada matches a portion of earnings towards our RRSP / DPSP program. Additionally colleagues can contribute directly to a TFSA
  • Flexibility in How We Work

  • This position is an agile workplace position
  • An option of a compressed work schedule supports work / life interests and is an option for this position
  • Competitive annual vacation time off and additional time off during our holiday closure
  • Growth and recognition

  • A comprehensive colleague recognition program and bonus program
  • Training and support for professional development and professional membership dues
  • We encourage you to learn more about Babcock Canada by exploring our website : .

    In this role you will :

  • Provide support to the Operational Procurement Team and support the Procurement Manager in activities such as training development and succession planning. The position will involve managing staff to support the success of the team
  • Participate in the development and implementation of the strategic plan and processes to support the Marine Procurement & Supply Chain function.
  • Manage the purchasing process from requisition to delivery ensuring high response rates accountability and reliability of the procurement team.
  • Utilise analytical skills and tools to understand measure report and manage functional performance risks and quality.
  • Support the delivery of project objectives through the rigorous management of contract and supplier performance.
  • Ensure all procurement processes and purchase orders are compliant with Babcock Canadas Commercial Quality Assurance and Security policies and procedures.
  • Drive supplier management initiatives develop supplier relationships and ensure supplier performance in terms of time cost and quality as per contract requirements.
  • Be committed to and proactively identify lead and collaborate on procurement process improvement initiatives.
  • Encourage a continuous improvement culture while ensuring the team are proactively supporting change management.
  • Be responsible for the occupational health & safety of all direct reports under your supervision.
  • Assist the Procurement Manager as and when required with the day-to-day operation and management of the procurement activities
  • The ideal candidate brings :

  • A minimum of 5 years experience in procurement or the supply chain function with 3 years of proven people leadership experience.
  • Experience within the Defence / Marine industry is highly desirable.
  • A bachelors degree in a relevant field or have an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Highly developed interpersonal and communications skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
  • Advanced skills in data analysis; proficiency with Excel Power BI or other business intelligence tools is highly desirable.
  • Detailed knowledge of the principles of supply chain management techniques and supply chain best practices.
  • An understanding of global supply chains and downstream global impacts.
  • In depth experience with ERP systems specifically modules pertaining to procurement and supply chain management.
  • Designation through the National Institute of Supply Chain Management or Certificate in Procurement and Supply Operations is considered an asset.
  • You are eligible for a Canadian Secret Security and ITAR Clearance
  • Babcock is committed to promoting a workforce without boundaries. One that welcomes everyone to contribute to our success regardless of race national or ethnic origin colour religion age sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression marital status family status genetic characteristics or disability and conviction for an offence for which a pardon has been granted or in respect of which a record suspension has been ordered. If you require accommodation during any stage of our recruitment process please let us know how we can assist you.

    Babcock Canada acknowledges that the land on which we operate across Canada is the unceded territory of Indigenous Peoples. We are grateful to work live and play as guests on these lands and are committed to building meaningful and mutually beneficial relationships with Indigenous Peoples.

    Applicants please apply online at Experience :

    Senior IC

    Key Skills

    Purchasing,Sourcing,Procurement,HR Sourcing,SAP,Supply Chain Experience,ERP Systems,negotiation,Materials Management,Manufacturing,MRP,Contracts

    Employment Type : Full Time

    Experience : years

    Vacancy : 1

    Monthly Salary Salary : 67021 - 100532

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