Buyer

_BWXT Canada Ltd. is a world leader in design, engineering, manufacture, construction and service of nuclear power generation equipment. As a supplier of innovative, high-quality nuclear components and services we cater to a worldwide customer base. We take great pride in supplying highly engineered solutions that allow our customers to compete within the complex nuclear power generation industry._

JOB PURPOSE

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. This position reports to the Manager, Procurement and has no direct reports.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

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 BWXT 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 BWXT.

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE
- College diploma or University degree.
- 5 - 10 years’ experience in supply management.
- SCMP 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 BWXT Canada's business processes.
- Some capability with regard to risk management and quality tools.
- Knowledge of department procedures and QAM/QPM.

WHY JOIN BWXT?
- Work within the growing and exciting nuclear industry as well as with highly skilled employees
- Competitive salaries
- Employer-paid pension plan
- Profit sharing plan
- Bonus plan
- Competitive Health and Dental benefits
- Educational Refund Program
- Life insuranceand so much more

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

- Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Cambridge, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- purchasing: 3 years (required)

Work Location: One location