Job Description

: Buyer - (Redwater, Alberta, Canada) At Nutrien, our Purpose is to grow our world from the ground up and we do so with safety and integrity as our core values. Nothing is more important than sending our people home safe, every day. Nutrien is a leading provider of agricultural products, services, and solutions. With approximately 23,000 employees world-wide, we are the largest producer of potash (by capacity) and one of the world’s largest producers of nitrogen and phosphate. We also operate a leading agriculture retail network that services over 500,000 growers. We harvest the best. Diverse views and experience make us strong. We look for people who have a safety-first mindset, who are collaborative team players, who deliver on their commitments, who are innovators in search of a better way, and who believe in inclusion. Working at Nutrien will provide you an opportunity to help us Feed the Future, and grow your career. This position reports to the Manager, Procurement, Redwater & Ft. Sask This position is located in Redwater, Alberta, Canada and is not available for remote work. What you will do:

• Fully support all site outages and emergency activities with quick and flawless execution. This includes purchasing material but also expediting the material to ensure it is on-site ready for planned execution dates
• Own and manage the site repair and return process for critical and capital spares such as pumps, motors, rotors, turbines, mechanical seals, pipe spools, etc
• Working closely with Business Unit to support future Purchasing needs; demand forecasting, RFI, RFP, and developing procurement strategy to add “value” to the organization and support flawless execution of outages
• Collaboration with the Business unit to fully understand the site's process, needs, goals, priorities, and opportunities
• Developing Continuous Improvement initiatives aligned with site needs and priorities that create value in the following areas: Contract development and management, supplier performance and business reviews (KPI, safety, quality, productivity), market intelligence/technology & innovation, risk management, reliability & process improvement, spend analytics & recommendations, transaction automation, Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) analysis, Sustainability (ESG), Safety (SIF elimination)
• Development and execution of a few key contracts: strategy development, market intelligence, supplier landscape assessment, risk assessment, Total Cost of Ownership evaluation, legal engagement, commercial negotiations, bid evaluation, KPI development, and supplier performance reviews
• Creating value through RFI, and RFP activities to bring innovation and create competition
• Spend channel optimization to support ordering material through automated channels
• Process invoices workflow and GRIR promptly following Nutrien procurement policy and procedures
• Supplier setup and updates and assist in the communication & implementation of new contracts at sites
• Identify materials purchased for each site and coordinate evaluation and addition of materials to add to price agreements (SAP Outline Agreement)
• Meet individual and department goals & objectives targets identified by management
• Perform additional tasks as defined by the Site Procurement Manager

What you will bring:

• Minimum 5+ years of relevant experience in purchasing, strategic sourcing, category management, and/or supply chain
• Bachelor’s degree required; MBA/Master’s degree will be an asset
• Certifications in disciplines such as Procurement (SCMP/CPSM), Inventory Management (CIPS), Lean / Six Sigma, or Operational Excellence are preferred, but not required
• Preference is given to experience at a large industrial site in the petrochemical or oil and gas industry
• Demonstrated record of training in data analytics, Excel, Ariba, SAP, procurement/supply chain processes, negotiation techniques, and contract content
• Ability to create value through stakeholder engagement, data & recommendations, contracts, and continuous improvement
• Excellent organizational, time management skills, and attention to detail
• Create “value beyond savings” through continuous improvement and efficiency
• Results-driven mindset, with developing capabilities in problem-solving and analytical thinking
• High-level SAP / Ariba experience and the ability to learn quickly
• A high degree of ethics, discretion, honesty, fairness, and sound business practices

Are you a good match? Apply today! Nutrien is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. This job will remain posted until filled. In accordance with Nutrien policies, you will be required to undergo a background check and may be required to undergo a substance test. While we appreciate all applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be contacted. To stay connected to us and for the latest job postings and news, follow us on: LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter
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