Job Description

The future you want is within reach.

At PCL, we build the places where life happens and find camaraderie in the process. We\'re a community of builders committed to building better communities. That\'s why we\'re always looking ahead, and not just to the next project or what\'s next in our industry.

We\'re also looking at what\'s next for you and how we can help you build a career you\'re proud of. As a student at PCL, you will get the opportunity for challenging work assignments in a supportive work environment which promotes personal and professional growth.

We are seeking a Buyer Student, for our Maintenance & Repair Facility (Nisku, AB) that is available for 4 months starting in May 2024.

As a Buyer Student and depending on your assigned project, you will have the opportunity to contribute to our team by:

• Supports purchasing materials/assets and services as directed and in accordance with policies and procedures using cost-effective approaches for each transaction.
• Applies relevant purchasing/supply agreements to daily purchases.
• Expedites and follows up on all aspects of the purchasing process with suppliers to schedule deliveries and resolve material discrepancies, outstanding or overdue deliveries, warranty claims, and return of material.
• Ensures all purchases are conducted ethically and legally in accordance with district/company policies.
• Prepares and analyzes Requests for Quotes (RFQs).
• Interprets basic information requests and recognize sources of information required to respond.
• Other duties as required.

What you will bring to the role:

• Currently enrolled in a Supply Chain Management specialization or related field in a post-secondary institution.
• Excellent attention to detail and verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic exposure to applicable laws and regulations related to procurement activities.
• Basic understanding of supply chain process, project life cycle, procurement best practices, and risk.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to deal with people sensitively, tactfully, and diplomatically.
• Aptitude and desire for corporate social responsibility, integrity in business practices, and ethical decision making.
• Ability to perform multiple projects effectively in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment.
• Strong computer literacy; experience using Microsoft Office software.

Next Step:

\xc2\xb7 Please note that candidates who have been selected to move forward to the next stage of the recruitment process will receive an email to complete a short online video interview.

PCL is an innovative, employee-owned company comprised of people who find passion in their profession and take pride in doing great work every day. Our work powers the infrastructure and utilities that are essential to daily life and our projects are the scene of vacations, careers, education and healing. We are consistently ranked among the best companies to work for because we are committed to supporting and developing our teams.

The PCL Companies celebrate diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating equitable opportunities and an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability or veteran status.

Should you require an accommodation during the application process, please contact us at careers@pcl.com with the position and location you are interested in.

Together, we can build success and a better future. Let\'s get started!

Employee Status: Internship Full-Time
Company: PCL Construction Resources Inc.
Primary Location: Nisku, Alberta (Resources)
Job: Buyer Student
Requisition: 5016

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