Nuclear Procurement Specialist

1 month ago


Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada Black & McDonald Limited Full time

About This Career Opportunity

Black & McDonald Limited is seeking a highly skilled Nuclear Buyer to join our Power Generation team. As a Nuclear Buyer, you 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. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a hard-working, innovative team and work on exciting projects in the nuclear power industry.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Negotiate purchase contracts for cost, delivery, and other commercial/quality terms and conditions as required.
  • Ensure procurement activities comply with CSA N286, CSA N285, or CSA N299 standards as required.
  • Interpret BOMs and Technical Specifications for procurement requirements.
  • Determine item technical and quality procurement requirements.
  • Ensure procurement activities are in line with project schedules.
  • Ensure all required quality documentation is received from the supplier.
  • Track and coordinate material changes with Designers/Engineering as required.
  • Source and secure quotes for items and services from qualified suppliers for purchase or estimating purposes.
  • 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.
  • Develop procurement plans.
  • Monitor/track all purchases from BOM acceptance to Receipt Inspection.
  • Participate in the development of specifications for equipment, items, or services as required.
  • Ensure all procurement-related documentation is completed and approved prior to processing and documents are accurately filed once activities are complete.
  • Review committed costs as needed.
  • Participate in the B&M Corrective Action Program as it pertains to procurement and purchasing issues.
  • Participate in the development of purchasing policies and procedures.
  • Review discount structures with key vendors.
  • Review and process returns, claims, and other supplier issues.
  • Liaison with Quality, Accounting, Project Management, and Site Management as required.
  • Complete procurement activities in accordance with documented procedures, while ensuring only approved suppliers and subcontractors are used for materials requiring QA input.
  • Build and maintain customer and supplier/vendor relationships to enhance competitiveness in the industry and promote good customer relationships.
  • Reconcile/approve invoices as they apply to purchased items.
  • Generate, analyze, maintain, and upload procurement reports as required.
  • Nuclear Buyer will also be involved in the procurement of commercial purchases and subcontracts as required.
  • Any other assignments or projects as assigned by your Manager/Supervisor.

Competency Requirements

  • Communicates Effectively
  • Continuous Learning
  • Problem Solving and Innovation
  • Teamwork and Collaboration

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
  • A Security Check will be provided by the client (OPG)

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

Application Process

Black & McDonald Limited welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.



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