Aecon Group Inc.

Purchasing Agent

Aecon Group Inc.

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: Pickering • Canada

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Salary

💰 CA$61,000 - CA$87,000 per year

About the role

  • Primary responsibility is to 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, 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • Supplier and job site visits to assist Quality Department
  • Continually keep informed about new products and consumer trends

Requirements

  • 2+ years of experience in the Nuclear Construction Industry in a procurement role or 5+ years of 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
  • Working knowledge of OPG and Bruce Power Passport system would be considered an asset
  • Intermediate level 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
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Hard Skills & Tools
procurement lifecycle managementtendering processcontract managementmarket solicitationnegotiationquality assurancelogistics managementsupplier developmentpricing estimationNuclear Codes & Standards
Soft Skills
interpersonal skillscustomer service orientationplanningdecision makingnegotiationtime managementability to meet deadlinesorganizational skillsresponsivenesscommunication
Certifications
PMAC Accreditation ProgramMaterials and Operations Management Program