Buyer

At BWXT Nuclear Energy Canada Inc. we are committed to excellence in every business initiative. BWXT Nuclear Energy Canada (BWXT NEC) has achieved an enviable international reputation for excellence in the supply of nuclear fuel and fuel handling systems and service for CANDU reactors in both domestic and international markets. Our success is the result of our commitment to our employees, customers, quality & EHS initiatives.

**Buyer**

We are looking for a **Buyer** for our Peterborough, Ontario site. At BWXT Nuclear Energy Canada Inc. (BWXT NEC), we are committed to excellence in every business initiative. With nearly 500 workers across locations in Peterborough, Toronto, and Arnprior, BWXT NEC supplies nuclear fuel and fuel channel components, services, equipment and parts for the CANDU® nuclear power industry.

**JOB SUMMARY**:
The Buyer - Fuel Operations, works to purchase assigned commodities and services (a wide variety of standard and special items) to proper specifications for function intended, from the best qualified supplier and assuring maximum return (lowest cost, highest quality, on-time delivery, etc.) for each dollar spent is obtained, all within ethical purchasing practices and Company policy.

**RESPONSIBILITIES**:
**Commodities & Services Purchasing**
- Purchase assigned commodities and services;
- Obtain vendor quotations for materials, equipment, services, etc.;
- Review and analyze quote to ensure clarity and accuracy of technical and commercial items.

**Qualified Suppliers Sourcing**
- Visit with suppliers to stay current with vendor capabilities;
- Develop strategic product/commodity procurement and develop new vendors considering all business factors including technical, market, commercial, scheduling and quality factors.

**On Time Delivery**
- Review purchase requisitions to assure scope is properly specified;
- Ensure sufficient lead times are given;
- Maintain internal interface;
- Coordinate the shipment of free issue materials as required.

**Supplier Information**
- Review cost estimates with Proposal Management personnel in order to prepare cost estimate for commodities and services required for the proposal;
- Create Purchase Commitment form and review supplier bids for vendor selection

**Cost Reduction**
- Maintain an on-going value analysis and cost reduction effort for the assigned commodities;
- Expedite all open orders and search for potential suppliers, negotiating cost reduction with existing supply base.

**Contract Administration**
- Arrange and participate in meetings between suppliers and BWC engineering, operations, and project management personnel;
- Provide supplier corrective action resolution and supplier quality improvement.

**Compliance**
- Ensure compliance with applicable external codes, regulations and guidelines as well as internal standards set by BWC.

**QUALIFICATIONS**:

- College diploma or University degree;
- Five to ten years’ experience in supply management;
- CPP enrollment (preferred);
- Supplier relationship development, negotiation skills, excellent written and oral communication skills as well as the ability to work effectively within teams;
- Basic product knowledge and understanding of B&W Canada’s business processes;
- Knowledge of department procedures and QAM/QPM;
- Some capability with regard to risk management and quality tools

**Desired Characteristics**:
- Ability to hold yourself accountable
- Willingness to adapt and the ability to be flexible
- Professional attitude with a friendly and approachable demeanor
- Enthusiastic and eager to learn and be hands on (within and outside the standard scope of work)

BWXT Nuclear Energy Canada Inc. embraces diversity of thought, values individuality, encourages new perspectives and provides equal opportunity in employment for all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, disability, a conviction for which a pardon has been granted or a record suspended or any other category protected by federal law.