Buyer

1 week ago


Halifax, Canada Irving Shipbuilding Full time

**BUYER - LOCAL 28 - CMO**

**Located at 3099 Barrington Street in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada, B3K 5M7, and 35 Micmac Boulevard, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada, B3A 4Y8, Irving Shipbuilding is proud to be Canada’s National Shipbuilder. Over the next 30 years, our shipbuilders will construct 20+ modern patrol ships and surface combatants for the Royal Canadian Navy as part of the largest defence procurement project in Canadian history.**

**We have built more than 80% of Canada's current combatant fleet and continue to perform maintenance and modernization work on these vessels. We are committed to building the best ships, with the best workforce in the best facilities. By joining our team of more than 2,300 shipbuilders, you can enjoy a dynamic, diverse, and family-friendly career with a company dedicated to your success, learning, health, wellness, and safety.**

**At Irving Shipbuilding, we’re making history - why not make it with us? Learn more about careers at Irving Shipbuilding**:shipsforcanada.ca/opportunities**.**

Irving Shipbuilding Inc. is seeking a **Buyer** who will support internal stakeholders by obtaining quotes for materials and services, issuing purchase orders, and expediting deliveries. They will analyze the market conditions for materials and services within their portfolio, creating value/cost savings through strategic sourcing. The Buyer will use Irving Shipbuilding’s ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) & MRP (Material Resource Planning) systems to file, store and manage spend on executed contracts. They will also use these systems to view, reconcile and approve invoices. The Buyer will support continuous improvement by consulting, advising, and adhering in the development of new Supply Chain Processes.

**Qualifications**:

- Education: Post-Secondary education, Bachelor of Business Administration preferred
- Experience: 0-2 years of relevant work experience
- Previous exposure to market analytics and insights
- Demonstrated organizational and time management skills
- Strong sense of urgency to complete tasks
- Strong analytical skills
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- High attention to detail
- Fluency in Microsoft Office
- All successful applicants must meet requirements for Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP), Canadian Government Security clearance, and U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)._

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Develop and improve supplier quality, cost, and delivery performance
- Issue Purchase Orders for materials
- Expedite materials
- Invoicing activities
- Execution of negotiated contracts through Irving Shipbuilding’s ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) and MRP (Material Resource Planning) systems
- Analyze market conditions (pricing, availability, lead-time, capacity)
- Undertake cost analysis for direct material and services

**What We Offer**:
Irving Shipbuilding is proud to offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including but not limited to:

- A flexible medical, dental, and vision plan
- Employee & Family Assistance Programs
- RRSP matching program
- Health & Wellness reimbursements
- Opportunities to take part in job related training and development
- Growth and progression opportunities within Irving Shipbuilding and the larger network of the JD Irving group of companies
- Relocation costs (if eligible)

Please be advised that some positions within our business have been designated as ‘Safety Sensitive’ where the employee holding the position has a heightened responsibility for his/her own safety or the safety of others due to the nature of the job. If this is the case, you will be informed in the interview process.
- Irving Shipbuilding Inc. is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in its employment practices and to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment for all employees._

**We do not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies, and we are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.**

Additional Information
- Posting Date: Jun 25, 2024


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