Buyer

Energy

Full-Time

Coquitlam, BC

Work With People Who Treat You Like Friends.

Imagine an office where everyone is watching out for you because they know you’re watching out for them. Our company sees construction as a team sport, so we care about each other as a team. That level of caring filters through investments in local community groups and charities because we also care about the communities we work in.

Michels Canada empowers your personal and professional growth, equipping you with the tools and support needed to create impactful solutions that shape a better future for others.

About us:

Michels Canada is a nationally recognized general contractor in energy, infrastructure and power constructionbased in Nisku, Alberta, with offices in British Columbia and Ontario.We are part of the Michels Family of Companies.

The Michels Family of Companies is a privately owned global construction company with operations across North America, Australia, Singapore, and Germany.It is headquarteredin Brownsville, Wisconsin, USA.

The Buyer is responsible for the procurement and purchasing activities within Michels Canada Co. This role involves coordinating with vendors, negotiating contracts in line with Michels Corp agreement, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring the timely delivery of materials and equipment required for construction projects. The Purchasing Agent plays a crucial role in following the company's procurement process, controlling costs, and maintaining efficient supply chain operations.

Responsibilities:

Maintain and promote a strong safety culture for all employees, vendors, and customers and follow all safety policies, procedures, and regulations. Identify and communicate workplace hazards and correct or seek assistance in correcting unsafe actions or conditions
Follow a strategic procurement plan aligned with the company's head office in Brownsville, Equipment and shop needs, project requirements, budget constraints, and quality standards
Supplier Identification and Evaluation: Identify potential suppliers and evaluate their capabilities, quality, reliability, and pricing to ensure they meet the company's needs and standards. Familiarity with the needs of pipeline work and/or waterline work and what the crew and equipment needs are a bonus
Obtain and compare quotes, bids, and proposals for securing the best deals
Negotiate terms, conditions, and pricing with suppliers for cost savings
Prepare and process purchase orders following company policies and procedures
Monitor and track order status, delivery dates, and inventory levels for timely deliveries
Resolve issues and discrepancies related to purchasing orders and deliveries
Collaborate with internal teams to identify purchasing needs and supply chain requirements
Maintain accurate records of purchasing activities and supplier information
Market analyses or competitive commodity price reviews
Other duties as required

Requirements:

Post secondary degree in Business Administration, or Supply Chain Management
6+ yeas of related purchasing experience
SCMP designation is preferred
Ability to analyze purchasing requisitions, supplier capabilities, and market trends to make informed procurement decisions
Strong negotiation abilities to secure favorable terms, conditions, and pricing with suppliers, resulting in cost savings
Demonstrates excellent organization and time management skills to manage tasks, truck orders and ensure timely delivery of goods
Effective communication skills to collaborate with internal teams, resolve issues and maintain supplier relationships
Keen eye for detail to ensure accuracy in processing purchase orders, invoices and maintaining records
The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds

Languages

Must be able to communicate verbally and through written language (by hand and digitally) in English

Benefits

The target salary range: $90,000-110,000 CAD per annum. The starting salary is determined based on the successful candidate’s knowledge, experience and internal equity.We offer competitive total compensation, meaningful and challenging work, and an engaging and collaborative environment. For more information on our company, please visit our website atwww.michelscanada.com.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those under consideration will be contacted. For other opportunities at Michels Canada, join us athttps://www.michelscanada.com/jobs/apply/

It is our commitment to create a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless their race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, or ordinances. If you need assistance and /or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruitment process, please send us an email to:careers@michelscanada.com

No recruitment agencies, please!We take this matter seriously and are continuously working with the appropriate authorities. Please remain aware of this matter, report any suspicious outreach to your local authorities, and email any concerns tohrcompliance@michelscanada.com.

Please be aware! ** It has come to Michels Canada attention that job seekers have received false employment offers from individuals or organizations posing as Michels Canada. Please keep in mind these important tips:
Michels Canada does not require payment from anyone seeking employment at any time during the recruitment and/or selection process
All recruitment email correspondence comes from email addresses displaying the correct spelling of our company name: @michelscanada.com or @michels.us
Formal offers of employment are only made once the recruitment and selection process are complete. Personal and banking information is NOT collected until you have been personally onboarded by our HR team
We do not extend any formal offers of employment or execute employment agreements through text messaging, social media, job posting websites or social chat platforms

Please note:resumes sent to this email will not be considered; please apply directly to our current career opportunities athttps://www.michelscanada.com/jobs/apply.

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