Buyer

Buyer

The future you want is within reach.

At PCL, your personal and professional growth is our passion. We're excited to help you discover what's next in your journey so you can build a legacy that you're proud of. With locations and projects across North America and beyond, exciting opportunities are waiting for you in dozens of cities.

Here's how an Buyer for PCL Industrial Services, Inc. contributes to our team:

Responsibilities

• Purchases materials, assets and services in accordance with policies and procedures, using cost-effective and ethical approaches and meeting required criteria.

• Identifies and selects vendors to purchase requisitioned consumables, while meeting criteria such as specification, price, quantity, quality, safety, and delivery date.

• Develops general commodity knowledge by working with procurement experts, using supplier resources, and acquisition assignments.

• Creates and issues appropriate purchase documents and applying the relevant purchasing and supply agreements to daily purchases.

• Develops and maintains constructive and customer focused working relationships with stakeholders.

• Identifies, evaluates, and escalates risks that could affect project deliverables, activities, and schedule.

• Coordinates 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.

• Prepares and analyzes request for quotes and interprets information requests.

• Resolves conflicts between purchaser and supplier for standard purchases.

• Utilizes relationships and awareness of market and marketplace to streamline current processes and introduce initiatives to create value and overall efficiencies.

• Maintains preventive maintenance requirements and minor repairs for operating equipment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma.

• Bachelor’s diploma or degree in a related discipline is considered an asset.

• 1 year of experience in supply chain or procurement is preferred.

• Basic construction knowledge including awareness of procedures, project life cycles, and construction resources and equipment.

• Basic understanding of applicable procurement laws and regulations, procurement best practices and supply chain processes.

• Awareness of commonly used construction materials, permanent/non-permanent materials, services, tools, and equipment.

• Clear understanding of “Best Value”.

• Effective negotiation and interpersonal communication skills.

• Working experience of Microsoft Office Suite with a strong aptitude for adopting new technology.

Your Work Has Purpose Here

PCL projects are where life happens, where communities connect, careers begin, and progress is made. Regardless of the type of project, we are building something bigger: a future that's inclusive, resilient and full of opportunity.

At PCL Industrial Services, Inc., we are committed to creating a workplace where everyone belongs. We value the diverse experiences, identities and perspectives our employees bring. Employment decisions are based on merit, potential and the drive to make a difference, regardless of race, gender, age, ability or background.

We know everyone's needs are different, if you require accommodation during the application process, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io and include the position and location of interest.

Company: PCL Industrial Services, Inc.

Primary Location: Phoenix, Arizona

Job Title: Buyer

Requisition ID: 12873