Senior Buyer
Apply NowCompany: Fluor Corporation
Location: Calgary, AB T1Y 7M8
Description:
Job Description
Join a global leader. Propel the Energy Transition. Design and build the world's toughest projects. Transform the future, today.
Fluor is one of Canada's top employers and is recognized globally as a leader in the Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Fabrication, and Maintenance industry. Our focus on innovation and providing cost-effective technology-based solutions is second to none. As we look to the future, we need creative, ambitious, and innovative professionals who can help us fulfill our purpose to Build a Better World.
Fluor team members are at the heart of our success in executing projects safely, thoughtfully, and with the highest quality. We aim to foster an inclusive culture that prioritizes diversity and inclusion that allows employees to bring their best, most authentic selves to work. If you value teamwork, empowerment in your career, and are eager to champion innovative and sustainable solutions to our clients, this opportunity just may be for you!
Senior Buyer Responsibilities:
Analyzes purchase requisitions to ensure clarity and completeness in description of materials and equipment, quantity and quality requirements, proper authorization of funding, delivery requirements, mode of transportation, and proper support documentation.
Prepares and issues Request for Proposal (RFP) to qualified bidders.
Analyzes bid quotations for responsiveness to (RFP), evaluating factors such as commercial terms and conditions, price, delivery, financial status, technical capability, quality control, and geographical location of shipping point.
Negotiates best price, delivery, terms of payment and purchase contract terms & conditions, tax exemptions, price escalation, and other factors impacting costs.
Helps coordinate technical review of paperwork with appropriate departments. Issues or assists in issuing purchase contracts after securing required approvals.
Investigates domestic and international market conditions, makes comparative analyses of price and delivery conditions, availability and quality of material and new sources of supply.
Establishes and maintains auditable purchase contract files, also ensures that classified or sealed bid documents are properly stored.
Basic Job Requirements
BA/BS in related field or applicable discipline preferred, or equivalent years experience. Candidates should have a thorough knowledge of applicable theories, practices, and accepted procedures.
10-15 years of related work experience.
Possesses and is recognized as having a specialized depth or breadth of expertise within the department.
Interprets internal and external business challenges with impact on the organization and recommends best practice solutions.
Contributes to implementation plan development and program coordination.
Advanced proficiency with applicable software applications in related field with experience in Smart Plant Materials an asset.
Advanced analytical and problem solving skills. Candidates should have strong accuracy skills and be attentive to details.
Ability to meet deadlines and manage priorities is critical.
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English are essential to effectively teach what they know to other employees.
Ability to transfer subject matter expertise and understanding to other employees and/or internal customers is required regarding why work is performed the way it is and how it impacts the broader organization.
Commitment to customer service.
Ability to maintain confidential information is critical.
Ability to work in a fast paced, process driven environment required.
Previous experience working on a mining project considered an asset.
This is a Contractor/Agency position estimated to last 8-10 months.
Benefits
Compressed work schedule: The Fluor Canada offices work a compressed work schedule offering every second Friday off.
While only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview, be sure to continually check our website for other related positions as they are posted.
Are you ready to join us? We are looking forward to hearing from you today!
Join a global leader. Propel the Energy Transition. Design and build the world's toughest projects. Transform the future, today.
Fluor is one of Canada's top employers and is recognized globally as a leader in the Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Fabrication, and Maintenance industry. Our focus on innovation and providing cost-effective technology-based solutions is second to none. As we look to the future, we need creative, ambitious, and innovative professionals who can help us fulfill our purpose to Build a Better World.
Fluor team members are at the heart of our success in executing projects safely, thoughtfully, and with the highest quality. We aim to foster an inclusive culture that prioritizes diversity and inclusion that allows employees to bring their best, most authentic selves to work. If you value teamwork, empowerment in your career, and are eager to champion innovative and sustainable solutions to our clients, this opportunity just may be for you!
Senior Buyer Responsibilities:
Analyzes purchase requisitions to ensure clarity and completeness in description of materials and equipment, quantity and quality requirements, proper authorization of funding, delivery requirements, mode of transportation, and proper support documentation.
Prepares and issues Request for Proposal (RFP) to qualified bidders.
Analyzes bid quotations for responsiveness to (RFP), evaluating factors such as commercial terms and conditions, price, delivery, financial status, technical capability, quality control, and geographical location of shipping point.
Negotiates best price, delivery, terms of payment and purchase contract terms & conditions, tax exemptions, price escalation, and other factors impacting costs.
Helps coordinate technical review of paperwork with appropriate departments. Issues or assists in issuing purchase contracts after securing required approvals.
Investigates domestic and international market conditions, makes comparative analyses of price and delivery conditions, availability and quality of material and new sources of supply.
Establishes and maintains auditable purchase contract files, also ensures that classified or sealed bid documents are properly stored.
Basic Job Requirements
BA/BS in related field or applicable discipline preferred, or equivalent years experience. Candidates should have a thorough knowledge of applicable theories, practices, and accepted procedures.
10-15 years of related work experience.
Possesses and is recognized as having a specialized depth or breadth of expertise within the department.
Interprets internal and external business challenges with impact on the organization and recommends best practice solutions.
Contributes to implementation plan development and program coordination.
Advanced proficiency with applicable software applications in related field with experience in Smart Plant Materials an asset.
Advanced analytical and problem solving skills. Candidates should have strong accuracy skills and be attentive to details.
Ability to meet deadlines and manage priorities is critical.
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English are essential to effectively teach what they know to other employees.
Ability to transfer subject matter expertise and understanding to other employees and/or internal customers is required regarding why work is performed the way it is and how it impacts the broader organization.
Commitment to customer service.
Ability to maintain confidential information is critical.
Ability to work in a fast paced, process driven environment required.
Previous experience working on a mining project considered an asset.
This is a Contractor/Agency position estimated to last 8-10 months.
Benefits
Compressed work schedule: The Fluor Canada offices work a compressed work schedule offering every second Friday off.
While only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview, be sure to continually check our website for other related positions as they are posted.
Are you ready to join us? We are looking forward to hearing from you today!