Job Description

Position Overview

Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Procurement Specialist is responsible for ensuring that electrical projects are equipped with the necessary materials, tools and supplies, keeping our operations efficient and cost-effective. This role works closely with internal contacts including our Project Management team, Operations team and Engineering team as well as external suppliers and vendors to source and order products, negotiate pricing, receive and track inventory and ensure the timely delivery of goods.

Position Responsibilities

Leads the procurement and sourcing of electrical materials, components and equipment as required.*
Source and procure a wide range of electrical materials, components and equipment needed for projects Solicit and evaluate supplier quotes, negotiate pricing and terms, and finalize purchase agreements ensuring competitive pricing and favorable terms Identify and qualify new vendors, while maintaining strong relationships with existing electrical suppliers

Manages all electrical supplier relationships and oversees contracts ensuring quality and timely delivery.*
Develop and manage supplier relationships to ensure service quality, timely deliveries and compliance with contract terms Resolve supplier performance issues, delivery delays and quality discrepancies effectively Monitor vendor performance metrics and participate in vendor evaluations

Maintains inventory levels through effective monitoring and coordination with internal staff; receives and validates materials to ensure overall quality and compliance; ships materials as required.*
Collaborate with electricians, engineers and project management teams to forecast and plan material needs by reviewing technical project specifications or Bills of Materials Monitor and maintain inventory levels and lead times to ensure availability and minimize stockouts or overstock situations Coordinate deliveries in line with project timelines and site requirements Ensure all purchased materials meet specifications, quality standards and relevant codes or certification in coordination with key stakeholders Ship materials to customers completing waybills and documentation (customs) as required

Maintains accurate documentation and prepares timely reports on procurement activity.*
Create and maintain accurate purchase orders, contracts, deliveries and cost data in the ERP or procurement system Monitor and analyze market trends and identify cost-saving opportunities Prepare reports on procurement status, cost analysis and supplier performance Support audits and internal reviews with complete and organized documentation Adhere to internal procurement practices and contribute to continuous process improvement

Position Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management or a related field is considered an asset Minimum of 5 years' experience in procuring electrical components and equipment within the construction, industrial, or marine industries Strong technical knowledge of electrical components, wiring, controls and related technical specifications Experience creating purchase orders for vendor/suppliers and implementing/tracking within ERP systems Proficiency with procurement software, ERP systems, SharePoint and Microsoft Office Suite Excellent negotiation, communication and organizational skills Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines Ability to proactively manage problems; identifying issues and implementing solutions Valid driver's license in Canada Demonstrated proficient use of MS Office (particularly Excel) and project ERP and job costing software

Position Location

This position is based at Canal Marine & Industrials facility, in St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada. It is possible that periods of travel ( ~ 10% ) may be required to fulfill the duties of this role.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

Casual dress Company events Dental care Life insurance On-site parking Paid time off RRSP match Vision care
Schedule:

8 hour shift Monday to Friday
Application question(s):

Are you legally eligible to work in Canada? Do you have a proven track record with at least 5+ years of experience in procuring electrical components and equipment within the construction, industrial or marine industries?
Work Location: In person