Buyer

Yellowknife, NT, Canada

Job Description


Company Description

Be part of the team. The team that makes it happen.

We are the world\xe2\x80\x99s leading diamond company, powered by thousands of people around the world who are driven to support thriving local communities, protect the natural environment, and stand with women and girls, focused on Building Forever.

If you like chasing demanding targets, thrive on making decisions in the pursuit of brilliance, and enjoy the support of the world\xe2\x80\x99s finest experts, we have a place for you.



The De Beers Group of Companies has an opportunity for a motivated and energetic individual to join the Material Management department at the Yellowknife office located Northwest Territories or the Calgary Support Centre, supporting the Gahcho Kue Mine Site. Reporting to the Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Superintendent, the incumbent will be responsible for following corporate purchasing/buyer practices and assisting the coordination of purchasing activities. The ideal candidate is one who is committed to safe working practices and strives for zero harm.

Key responsibilities:

  • Manage the timely processing of purchasing, from requisition through to invoicing;
  • Manage quotations, create outline agreements and issue purchase orders;
  • Consult, confer and meet with suppliers and customers to obtain product information;
  • Determine and verify the need of materials purchased;
  • Monitor and track overdue orders, supplier performance and buyer/purchasing savings;
  • Record all purchasing information and maintain purchasing files and reports;
  • Maintain effective business relationships and communication with suppliers and customers;
  • Identify potential sources and developing preferred supplier\xe2\x80\x99s profile;
  • Engage in supply chain continuous improvement; and
  • Identify repeat purchases for contract inclusion
This is a full-time position reporting to either the Yellowknife Office or the Calgary Support Centre, which is located at Calgary International Airport \xe2\x80\x93 working 5 days on/2 days off.

Qualifications
  • Post-secondary education in one or more of the following disciplines: Purchasing, Supply Chain Management, Business, and/or Engineering;
  • Experience in purchasing and inventory management (5+ years);
  • Business acumen in supply chain, logistics and/or global sourcing areas;
  • Essential to have strong knowledge of SAP and MS Office Suite;
  • Detail-oriented and highly organized;
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills; and
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment and to manage multiple priorities.
Beneficial if you have:
  • Experience in the Mining, Natural Resources or Oil/Gas industry;
  • Proven commitment to Safety, Health and Environmental Standards;
  • Experience working at a remote mining site and in a cross-cultural work environment; and
  • Experience with Northern businesses supplying the mining community.
Additional Information

Who We Are:

Active in Canada for over 60 years, we are part of De Beers Group, the world\'s leading diamond company. Globally, we are a team of more than 20,000 people, with operations in Canada, Botswana, Namibia, and South Africa, and activities across the diamond value chain from exploration to diamond jewelry retail. Our unwavering focus on sustainability and Building Forever fuels our commitment to advance standards across the diamond industry, protect the natural world, partner with local communities, and accelerate economic inclusion to support diversity in our business and beyond.

In Canada, we have more than 600 employees working at offices in Calgary, Toronto and Yellowknife, actively exploring for new diamond opportunities, recovering diamonds at the joint venture Gahcho Ku\xc3\xa9 mine in the Northwest Territories, and closing and rehabilitating two mines. We are also advancing the Chidliak Project to establish a technologically advanced diamond mine on Baffin Island using FutureSmart Mining\xe2\x84\xa2 principles.

At De Beers, we believe in the power of working in partnership with communities to create lasting, positive impacts that endure long after we recover the last diamond. Our inclusive and diverse workplace values mining with respect for the environment and nearby communities, and we seek team players who share our passion for Making Life Brilliant.

Safety

Safety first is a way of life for us. We are unconditional about the safety, health, and the well-being of our colleagues, at work and at home, and about that of the communities where we work. We aim to lead the industry by investing in innovation to protect people, who are at the heart of our business. Our high performing teams take accountability for their own and others\' actions, work collaboratively, and always show care and respect.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI)

As a global #HeForShe Thematic Champion, De Beers is committed to promoting an equitable, inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are. We provide equality of opportunity to enable everyone to fulfil their potential. Please inform us should there be any special requirements that should be considered as part of your application.

Building forever

Sustainability is at the heart of our decision-making \xe2\x80\x93 it is how we do business. Building Forever is key to our purpose as it represents our ambitious and holistic sustainability framework and is central to our ability to deliver long-term value to our communities and partners. This shapes how we protect our social and environmental license to operate, build a long-term legacy in our host communities and earn consumers\xe2\x80\x99 trust in our diamonds that they can wear with pride.

Inclusion & Diversity

We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are. We provide equality of opportunity to enable everyone to fulfil their potential.

Referral

This opportunity is open to a paid referral incentive according to the Employee Referral Policy (HRM.AD.21.00). Referral incentives are applicable to De Beers Group internal employees only.

Background Checks

Successful candidates will be required to complete background screening which may include a criminal check and validation of qualifications.

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD2273206
  • Industry
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  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Yellowknife, NT, Canada
  • Education
    Not mentioned