Nuclear Buyer

ABOUT THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY
Black & McDonald’s Power Generation team is growing If you are committed and collaborative professional looking to contribute to a hard-working, innovative team, this opportunity is for you.

The Nuclear Buyer
The Nuclear Buyer is located in Bowmanville and typically reports directly to the Procurement Director. The Nuclear Buyer will be responsible for all activities within the procurement life cycle of an item procured for a nuclear class system or structure from RFQ to PO closeout, providing technical and administrative support to the company with emphasis on sourcing, negotiating price and quality requirements, assist in estimating, provide field staff support and issuing purchase orders in a timely fashion.

1. Negotiate purchase contracts for cost, delivery, and other commercial/quality terms and conditions as required
2. Ensure procurement activities comply with CSA N286, CSA N285, or CSA N299 standards as required
3. Interpret BOMs and Technical Specifications for procurement requirements
4. Determine item technical and quality procurement requirements
5. Ensure procurement activities are in line with project schedules
6. Ensure all required quality documentation is received from the supplier
7. Track and coordinate material changes with Designers/Engineering as required
8. Source and secure quotes for items and services from qualified suppliers for purchase or estimating purposes
9. Place orders with suppliers in such a manner as to provide the best-delivered cost for quality as established for each project, generating a contract to facilitate billing

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor Degree in Engineering, Business (or related discipline) or related experience
SCMP designation would be an asset.

WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
10 years of procurement experience within nuclear power plant industry or related construction/industrial projects, preferably in an EPC environment
Experience with procurement on projects of medium to high risk and complexity (between $1-10m, exceptions may apply)
Quality Assurance experience in supplier approvals, auditing etc. would be a strong asset.

SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Strong understanding of CSA N286, CSA N285, and CSA N299 required
Computer Literacy; MS Word, Outlook, Excel and AS7/Passport are required
Computer Literacy; JD Edwards experience is an asset
Strong leadership, communication, organization, and analytical skills

WORK PERKS & BENEFITS
Optional hybrid work model
Company paid health and dental benefits
Opportunity to participate in community and wellness initiatives
Team building events
Access to a dynamic Employee & Family Assistance Program
Opportunity for ongoing professional development
Rewards and recognition
Scholarship Program for employee dependents