Senior Buyer

Our client is proud to design and build projects and careers. This requires teams that are as unique as the projects we execute. We are committed to fostering a work environment that embraces Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) for all so our employees and stakeholders benefit from the creative solutions derived as a result of embracing differences.

TRS Staffing Solutions has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Buyer role to work for an amazing EPCM client in Calgary, AB. This position comes with a great opportunity to work on medium to large sized projects.

Responsibilities:

• Research market conditions domestically and internationally, comparing prices, delivery conditions, material availability, quality, and identifying new supply sources.
• Create and distributes Requests for Proposal (RFP) to eligible vendors.
• Maintain organized and auditable purchase contract files, ensuring classified or sealed bid documents are securely stored.
• Evaluate bid responses for compliance with RFP, considering commercial terms, pricing, delivery schedules, financial stability, technical capabilities, quality control, and shipping location.
• Coordinate technical review of documents with relevant departments and issues purchase contracts upon approval.
• Review purchase requests to ensure descriptions, specifications, funding, delivery, transportation, and documentation are clear and complete.
• Negotiate optimal pricing, delivery terms, payment conditions, contract terms, tax exemptions, price adjustments, and other cost-related factors.

Qualifications:

• BA/BS in related field or equivalent experience preferred.
• Minimum 10-15 years of relevant work experience.
• Advanced proficiency with relevant software; Smart Plant Materials experience is a plus.
• Recognized expertise within the department.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage priorities.
• Ability to transfer expertise and maintain confidentiality.
• Contributes to implementation plans and program coordination.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and accuracy skills.
• Interprets business challenges and recommends solutions.

To apply for this position, please send your Word formatted resume to Jasleen.Sihota@trsstaffing.com 

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. TRS is an equal opportunity company.

TRS Staffing Solutions (Canada) Inc. specializes in supplying engineers, designers, project managers, and other technical and professional services personnel to a broad spectrum of industries worldwide.