Job Description

At Hydro we work to foster positive work-life balance and offer remote or hybrid working arrangements for some positions based on the nature of work being performed and an assessment of other relevant factors.

Opportunities, Growth, Job Satisfaction...Join the Hydro Team.



Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro is focused on delivering safe, reliable service to power our customers. We are a company of people who work hard behind the scenes for our customers, the people and businesses of this province. We pride ourselves on being strong and steady, tried and true; while innovating in our approaches to our business. We value our employees, we take care of each other, we recognize excellence, we respect individuality and we work hard to create an inclusive and welcoming workplace. People who work at Hydro feel like they\xe2\x80\x99re part of a community and we give back to the communities where we live and work to make them stronger.



We\xe2\x80\x99re looking for passionate and performance focused people \xe2\x80\x93 people who want to make a difference for our customers and who share our values.



Buyer

Competition #: NLH-RE-23-166

Status: Permanent

Location: St. John\xe2\x80\x99s



You will review requisitions and contract tender documents for commercial requirements, determine source, analyze quotations and tenders, select suppliers, issue orders, and work with vendors to execute contracts. You will work with the computerized purchasing system and ensure administrative and legal requirements are met. You will also ensure policies, procedures, agreements and legislative requirements are adhered to and liaise with department officials, suppliers and other groups as required. As well all other duties related to or associated with this classification.



You will be responsible for your personal safety and that of co-workers by observing and promoting the Corporation\'s Safety and Health Program. You will also be responsible for any environmental aspects of the job and performing work in an environmentally responsible manner.



REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:


You have high school graduation supplemented by one of the following:


Successful completion of year two of the Supply Chain Management Association, Supply Chain Management Professional accreditation Program

Successful completion of the Supply Chain Management Association, Supply Management Training Program

Level III of the former PMAC Principles accreditation program

Successful completion of a minimum two (2) year diploma program in business management from a recognized post- secondary institution, and have completed at least 50% of the Supply Chain Management Association educational requirements

All education requirements to be supplemented by a minimum of two (2) years related purchasing experience including at least one (1) year at the buyer level in an industrial or utility environment. Must have a working knowledge of computerized purchasing systems and the Microsoft Suite of Applications as well as good oral and written communication skills.



CLOSING DATE: November 20, 2023



Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro manages our province\xe2\x80\x99s electricity system. We are a company of people who work hard behind the scenes because we know our customers are counting on us. Through our generation, transmission and distribution operations, we\xe2\x80\x99re committed to meeting the needs of our customers and providing residents, businesses and communities across the province with safe, reliable power. For more information, visit www.nlhydro.com .

Our company values diversity and inclusion in the workplace and encourages applications from diverse candidates, including women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities.

Submit your application online. Please quote the competition number with your application. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.