Purchaser

3 weeks ago

Metro Vancouver Regional District, Canada Bird Construction Full time

Purchaser

Where Greatness Grows

The greatest achievements in history are borne from the greatness within people - where human potential meets vision, and passion fuels evolution. Unlocking this potential is the most important thing we do at Bird.

As a leader in Canadian construction for over 100 years, the impact of our team is etched deeply within the core of our legacy. Beyond Bird, this impact is felt in the fundamental aspects of our everyday lives. From the critical infrastructure we depend on, to the energy and resources that keep us moving - we are powering our communities and shaping Canada’s skylines coast-to-coast. Entrenched in the foundation of a culture built more than a century ago is an enduring quest to reimagine what is possible. Our impact is greater than ever, and we are looking for those who seek to redefine their story.

We are a dynamic team of over 5,000 with a range of professions, backgrounds, and areas of expertise. This breadth of diversity in people and opportunities is one of greatest aspects of building your career with Bird. Every trajectory looks different. At Bird, you hold the pen, and you write your story. As you unlock your potential, you are surrounded by a team that supports you every step of the way.

Be a part of our team, where we pride ourselves on the quality of our work and the way we treat each other and our partners. You will build a career and long-lasting relationships based on respect, collaboration, and a solution-focused mindset. Bird is a place where you will unlock your potential and achieve your goals.

Reporting to the Construction Manager, the Purchaser is accountable for executing and managing aspects of the procurement cycle for materials, sub-contracts and services, supporting all projects.

This role will also assist in the identification of current strengths in the organization and support the development of immediate and long term solutions and process improvements.

This position is dedicated to the BC District, but work location is flexible.

**Responsibilities**:
Supply Chain Management
- Assist and support in the development of project plans and activities
- Prequalify, select and evaluate vendors and sub-contractors.
- Continue to improve systems, processes and procedures that support estimating and the execution of projects.
- Develop and/or participate in development of analytics, systems, data management, metrics, reports, and training.
- Collaborate with all stakeholders (operating groups, corporate group, and finance teams) to prepare and review vendor agreements for terms, price, and acceptability of items to specification.

Purchasing
- Consult with Project Managers/ Superintendents to determine what goods and services are needed.
- Provide purchasing support to all levels of Operations including Project Managers and the Estimating team.
- Support standardization of policies and transaction methods with suppliers, supplier selection and supplier management.
- Drive purchasing synergies to achieve cost savings.
- Collaborate on strategies to maximize cost savings and process improvement, and regularly report financial analysis to leaders.

Process Support
- Review all existing policies, procedures and resources, and provide recommendations for improvement as needed;
- Provide any recommendations to policies and procedures ensuring they are aligned to the strategic goals of the company and consistently and positively reflect the Bird corporate image; and
- Compile and distribute reporting requirements in multiple formats to a variety of audiences

Vendor Management
- Identify key contacts and assist in establishing and maintaining vendor relationships; and
- Monitor proposals, submissions, successes, failures, set up, and participate in debriefing feedback.

What We Are Looking For
- 5 years’ procurement or related experience, preferably in an industrial construction environment
- Proficiency with MS Office as well as experience with Viewpoint and SAP an asset
- Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) designation an asset
- Business and/or Supply Chain Management Degree/ Diploma, and related certification an asset.
- Ability to analyze and negotiate purchasing options involving large sums of money
- Ability to forge, grow and maintain positive relationships with multiple groups
- Able to manage multiple priorities simultaneously and meet the time demands of unpredictable activities, capable of handling pressure and challenges in a dynamic business environment
- Ability to work within tight deadlines and prioritization of work to achieve them
- Strong analytical, critical thinking skills and a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Ability to work from project sites during major project events would be an asset

We Put Safety First

A healthy and safe work environment is non-negotiable. We build a culture of operational and psychological safety through engagement, learn

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