Job Description

Company Overview

Sherritt is a world leader in the mining and refining of nickel and cobalt \xe2\x80\x93 metals essential for the growing adoption of electric vehicles. Sherritt\xe2\x80\x99s Technologies group creates innovative, proprietary solutions for natural resource-based industries around the world to improve environmental performance and increase economic value. Sherritt is also the largest independent energy producer in Cuba.

Across all of our operations, safety is our top priority and we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture. We offer a work environment where team members are truly valued, and have what they need to thrive in their role and make a meaningful impact.

Position Summary

An exciting opportunity exists in our Oil & Gas and Power division in Calgary for an Buyer.

Reporting to the Manager, Procurement, the Intermediate Buyer position is accountable to source and procure goods and services for Sherritt\xe2\x80\x99s Oil & Gas and Power business units in Cuba.

Accountabilities

• Conduct sourcing and purchasing activities for goods and services in compliance with the approved purchasing policies and procedures.
• Clarify material requirements for purchase, create Request for Quotations (RFQ\xe2\x80\x99s), complete commercial reviews for acceptability of quote and obtain approvals.
• Under guidance, prepare and negotiate Supply of Goods and Supply of Services agreements as required.
• Ongoing contract management for any executed contracts.
• Collaborate with cross functional teams for effective and timely problem resolutions.
• Effectively manage Supplier performance and conduct Supplier Relationship Management activities to improve quality and delivery performance.
• Work closely with internal stakeholders to ensure needs are met and best determine the goods and services required to support operations.
• Research and recommend new supply options including conducting complete supplier prequalification.
• Timely resolution of discrepancies related to quality, quantity or price with suppliers, accounting and other departments as required.
• Provide support in data analysis, invoice audit, and spend analytics.
• Ensure all commercial documents and activities comply with current regulatory, legal and Sherritt policy requirements.
• Meet the requirement for ad hoc information in order to sustain effective relationships with key stakeholders; including JV partners, suppliers of goods & services, other commercial entities, government agencies, and customers.
• Working cross-functionally, analyze class spend and identify Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) opportunities.
• Provide timely, accurate and updated information to internal stakeholders and external customers regarding the status of any outstanding orders.
• Identify and recommend improvements to procedures to optimize the OGP purchasing departments performance by following good or best practices, improving key performance indicators (KPIs) for the department.
• Oversee and support the expediting process of good/services to ensure critical delivery times to internal customers are met.

Qualifications and Skills

• Post-Secondary degree and/or professional designation in Supply Chain Management or similar discipline, or at least 5 years\xe2\x80\x99 experience in lieu
• Minimum of 3 years of purchasing experience in Oil & Gas / Power Generation Industry.
• Knowledge in Supply Chain Management, and/or strategic sourcing
• Working knowledge of contract law and contracting best practices
• Solid knowledge of procurement markets, conditions, and processes.
• Written and verbal communications skills.
• Advanced computer skills related to Microsoft Office.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Ability to problem solve.
• Strong organizational skills with ability to prioritize.
• Report writing skills.

What Sherritt Can Offer You

• Competitive salary with comprehensive benefits and retirement savings programs that holistically support employee wellbeing
• Generous paid time off to support and empower employee work/life balance
• Ongoing learning and professional development opportunities within a diverse, inclusive and dynamic work environment

Application Deadline: The job posting will remain open until a qualified candidate is selected.

We thank all candidates for their application. Only qualified candidates will be contacted directly and engaged in the interview process.

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