Senior Buyer / Expeditor

Tetra TechCalgary, Alberta, Canada

30+ days ago

Salary

CAD65000–CAD70000 yearly

Job description

LOCATION : Calgary, AB or remote (Canada)

STATUS : Hourly or Contractor (Part-Time)

WORK ENVIRONMENT : Remote

Discover your full potential. At Tetra Tech, we are collaborating with industry-leading experts for a sustainable future for our world. We combine consulting and engineering with advanced analytics and technology to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our innovation hubs across the globe will enable you to share ideas and best practices while growing your professional network. Wherever you are in your career journey, you will benefit from working with world-class engineers, scientists, and technical specialists.

Apply today and join the company that is Leading with Science®.

Our office specializes in small to mid-sized projects for clients across Canada. The types of clients we work for include :

Heavy Industrial Facilities
Pipelines and Refineries
Mining and Mineral Processing
Municipal & Utilities
Water treatment

Your Role :

We are currently seeking a Senior Buyer / Expeditor to join our team. This position is part-time / contract and is a remote position (Canada only), with a preference for candidates based out of Calgary, AB. Your responsibility will be managing the procurement process, ensuring timely delivery of materials and products, and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for detail, excellent negotiation skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Expeditor Responsibilities :

Expedite orders as required to ensure that vendors meet the supply and delivery requirements of orders

Chair weekly package progress meetings with the vendors for all responsible packages, attend other meetings with stakeholders and the client as required

Maintain active RAIL for each package tracking all progress, RFIs, action items for all responsible parties

Expediting all vendor documentation / technical data received from vendors utilizing Oracle ACONEX software to ensure drawing exchanges do not delay scheduled equipment deliveries

Coordinate / manage third party SQS as required

Ensure all contract project purchasing administration procedures are followed and executed

Review project schedules to ensure all material is ordered as per schedule

Maintain and regularly issue expediting and purchasing reports as required by the project

Buyer Responsibilities :

Support Project Engineers and Estimators in preparation of estimates by contacting vendors for budgetary pricing for equipment and materials

Implement purchasing strategies covering purchase orders and contracts for professional services, and other service agreements required

Responsible for support and guidance to procurement team, Project Managers, and other project engineering disciplines, etc., on formation, implementation, and administration of purchase order and service agreement procedures

Responsible for assisting and advising Project Managers and Engineers with ongoing administration of contracts / purchase orders with clients

Qualifications :

Minimum 10 years’ experience in the purchasing and expediting functions is required

University degree in supply chain or technical diploma / certificate in purchasing or related field an asset

Experience working in an EPC / ECPM environment an asset

Strong understanding of procurement processes, supplier management, and market analysis

Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment

Must be able to work in a schedule-driven environment

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

A requirement of working for Tetra Tech is that you are at least 18 years of age and legally entitled to work in Canada. (A copy of a valid work permit may be required.)

If you are considered for the position, clearance on all applicable background checks (which may include criminal, identity, educational and security) and professional reference checks will be required. Some Tetra Tech positions require an enhanced level of background assessment, which is dictated by law. These positions require advanced criminal record checks that must also be conducted from time to time after commencement of employment.

ABOUT TETRA TECH

Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 550 locations around the world. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and dedication of our employees—27,000 associates working together to provide smart, scalable solutions for challenging projects. We are proud to be home to leading technical experts in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development.

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We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Please no phone calls or agencies.

Additional Information

Organization : 719 ICE