Category Buyer- Procurement

2 weeks ago


Saint John, Canada Irving Business Services Full time

**Category Buyer
- Procurement**

At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of an energetic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about achieving results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our diverse divisions. We are committed to the principle of equal opportunity in our employment practices and to providing an environment where all employees feel supported and valued.

**Key Responsibilities include**:

- Procurement of goods and services
- Negotiate with vendors to secure terms
- Develop and maintain supplier contracts for both goods & services
- Improve supplier quality, cost, and delivery performance
- Initiate new supplier setups, issue purchases, and change orders
- Enable business leaders to make informed decisions by providing options and recommendations based on data and analysis
- Participate and lead effective vendor meetings to facilitate issue resolution and continuous improvement

**We are looking for someone who has**:

- Results oriented with a strong attention to detail
- Strong negotiation skills
- Strong business and financial acumen
- Excellent communications skills - both written and verbal, and the ability to present difficult concepts in understandable terms
- Knowledge of sourcing and procurement techniques as well as a skill in reading the market is an asset
- Experience with OEM/MRO contracts is an asset
- Understanding of strategic procurement processes and contact language/structure - including RFP preparation, evaluation, contract preparation and negotiation is an asset
- Post-secondary education with demonstrated work experience in procurement, logistics, or supply chain is an asset

**What We Offer**:
Working in a team-based environment we help you achieve your goals through challenging work, professional development, and career advancement opportunities. We are focused on continuous improvement and use great technology to support all aspects of human resources. We offer a wide range of health and wellness programs to our employees and their families, and we are proud supporters of our local communities. Our Head Office location hosts a parking garage, fitness facility, and cafe.
- J.D. Irving, Limited 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._


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