Job Description

Job Title: Buyer
Company, Department: Nova Scotia Power, Procurement and Real Estate
Location: Various Locations, Nova Scotia, Canada
Type of Employment: Temporary, Full-time

Closing Date: April 13,2023
Reference Number: 11150

Note: This is a temporary position with an expected end date of January 31, 2024

At Nova Scotia Power, we\xe2\x80\x99re committed to providing safe, reliable electricity so that our customers and communities can thrive. We work across the province, from Yarmouth to Wreck Cove, to prevent power outages and to strengthen our electrical system\xe2\x80\x94for today, and for the future.

As a subsidiary of Emera Inc, we provide 95% of the generation, transmission and distribution of electrical power to approximately 540,000 residential, commercial and industrial customers. Our company is focused on new technologies to enhance customer service and reliability, reduce emissions, and add renewable energy.

W e are proud to live and work in Nova Scotia. It\xe2\x80\x99s why we work to understand how we can give back meaningfully, support local organizations and work collaboratively to enhance the communities we call home.

We believe that every unique perspective should be valued and that everyone should have a sense of safety and belonging\xe2\x80\x94at work, and in our communities. Leveraging the thoughts of a diverse workforce helps us to be innovative and provide the best service to our customers.

If working in an environment focused on innovation, safety and putting customers and community first inspires you, we want to hear from you. Apply by April 13,2023 and tell us what excites you about this role.

We are currently looking for a Buyer to join our Procurement team in a Temporary position. Reporting to the Purchasing Manager, you will be responsible for providing excellent service by understanding customers\' needs, who enthusiastically supports change, sharing your expertise, taking responsibility for your development, and actively seeking new challenges.

As Buyer you will:

• As the Buyer you are responsible for the planning, and procurement of materials and services required to operate various NSPower Stations.
• You will be responsible for the tactical acquisition of services and materials as well as inventory, planning and forecasting, and expediting.
• You will leverage supplier relationships to maximize the benefits of cost, quality and delivery of goods and services.
• You will work as a team member to ensure efficient and effective planning and coordination of requirements across the supply chain to minimize cycle time in supply and acquisition.
• You will be responsible to ensure that the receiving, issuance and replenishment of material as well as clerical administration functions are performed effectively and in accordance with procurement guidelines.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that supply agreements are negotiated and managed in an effective manner and will also be required to maintain existing contracts and to pursue continuous improvement and cost reduction opportunities. This will be achieved this by using your financial analysis skills.
• The successful candidate will be required to communicate effectively with suppliers and internal customers both verbally and written.
• You will ensure that all goods purchased are transported, received, and stored in accordance with all Environmental, Health and Safety Regulations and guidelines, and that Quality Assurance guidelines are met.
• You will be responsible for personal safety and that of co-workers by observing and ensuring compliance with all Occupational Health and Safety Rules and Regulations.

What skills will make you successful?

You recognize yourself in most of the following competencies, and where possible possess the skills and experience listed below:

• You must possess a College/University degree with a minimum of 3 - 5 years related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Working towards professional designation (i.e. CPP/SCMP/CPIM/CSCP) or formal training in procurement or inventory control would be an asset.
• You must be proficient with computers and programs such as Maximo, Oracle Financials, and the Microsoft Office Suite of software.
• You will have a strong knowledge of the market solicitation process (tendering, RFPs) and analytical skills when it comes to evaluation.
• You must demonstrate skills in sourcing material through the effective use of computer driven tools such as the internet, and through industry contacts.
• You must have demonstrated research and analytical skills and a strong ability to interact with all levels of the company.

At Nova Scotia Power, everyone is a leader in their own right. Our Leadership Competencies set standards that advance our business strategy, deliver results for customers, and provide career development for employees. You should be one who takes ownership and acts with integrity, drives operational excellence for customers and builds strong collaborative relationship.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Emera: At Emera we value diversity, equity, and inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including persons who identify as racially visible, Indigenous, persons with disabilities, women in underrepresented roles and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Applicants from these equity groups may self-identify through the online application process. Emera supports candidates and employees with access and accommodation needs.

Recruitment and Promotion Policy: When filling vacant positions, we are determined to hire the best candidates available. We are committed to providing employees with a fair and equal opportunity to compete for jobs. Hiring and promotion of employees is based on skills, capabilities, knowledge and demonstrated abilities.

As part of our commitment to health and safety, we continue to closely monitor and adjust our pandemic response as needed based on public health guidance, current epidemiology, and considerations regarding business continuity. At this time the Emera Vaccine Policy, which outlines the requirement for all Nova Scotia Power employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 and provide corresponding proof, has been suspended. This policy may be reinstated in the future, either in full or in part, at the discretion of the Company, and employees will be required to demonstrate compliance. Any non-compliance could result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.

Finally, we understand that experience comes in many forms. We\xe2\x80\x99re dedicated to adding new perspectives to the team - so if your experience is close to what we\xe2\x80\x99ve listed above, please consider applying. If you don\xe2\x80\x99t quite see yourself in this role but want to join our team, please set up a to learn about future opportunities!

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