Senior Buyer, Major Projects

Are you prepared to advance your career in procurement with a focus on major projects? Do you possess the ability to negotiate complex financial and legal terms while building positive relationships with stakeholders? Are you ready to contribute to the development of clear and concise scopes of work that accomplish project goals? If you seek a chance to collaborate within a professional team and take on exciting challenges, we encourage you to consider this role with us The role in a nutshell: In this role, you would be reporting to the Procurement Manager (or their delegate), Legacy Sites, the selected candidate will be responsible for the strategic sourcing and purchase of materials and services for major closure projects within the North American Legacy Sites. The candidate will have an overall objective of internal controls compliance, value creation and meeting internal and external expectations and requirements. Promoting procurement best practices such as internal controls, volume leveraging and supplier/community relationship management, is part of the role. More specifically, you will be expected to: Responsible for development of project specific procurement plans in consultation with senior project management teams and owners. External stakeholders include communities and supplier bases, must be comfortable interacting in a constructive and professional manner with these groups. Lead strategic tender processes including: review and assistance in scope of work preparation, prepare for and develop strategies for tenders, lead/facilitate negotiations and the preparation of bid evaluation documents and written recommendations. Contract formation and negotiations. An understanding of Glencore’s expectations around general terms and conditions, and ability to negotiate these comfortably and effectively is essential to success in this position. Use of innovative strategies around different contractual approaches (ie. EPC/EPCM/self-construct), contracting for high volume earthworks and other closure needs, leveraging internal closure resources (if appropriate), leveraging overall Glencore spend profile by working collaboratively with other Glencore Operations and global procurement teams to maximize savings. Tender complex scopes of work, including demolition of former mine related infrastructure. Respecting and following Internal controls and procurement best practices including: HSEC considerations and fairness in bidding. Good documentation is imperative. Participation and interactions with internal audit. Do you have what it takes? Bachelor’s degree in commerce / economics and a SCMP designation (or similar) are requirements. Ability to comprehend and negotiate complex financial and legal terms and conditions. Strong interpersonal and communication skills in French and English is an asset. Ability to comprehend site requirements and assist/lead in the development and documentation of clear, accurate and concise written scopes of work. 10 years experience in major projects purchasing 5+ years’ experience in mining / reclamation (or similar) experience. Good time management skills with the ability to recognize and allocate priorities. Ability to work well in a remote team environment. A valid driver’s license Knowledge of Coupa, SAP, Ellipse would be an asset Travel: The ability to travel 10% periodically within North America Language: Proficient interpersonal and communication skills in French and English is an asset. Location: The role will be located in either Toronto or Laval; however, we may also consider other Glencore office or site locations. The interview process may begin before the end of the posting period. Only candidates with full working rights in Canada will be considered. Glencore encourages diversity and provides an inclusive workplace. We provide and can arrange necessary support for applicants who may need assistance. (recruitment@glencore.ca)