Job Description
This is a full-time position for Construction Demathieu & Bards joint venture (referred to as Leaside Valley Builders) with EBC on the Don Valley Crossings project in East York. The expected project duration is four years (estimated completion date: September 2028). However as this position is permanent the procurement coordinator will then be assigned to another project(s) within Ontario. Therefore an openness to mobility is required.
Under the supervision of the Commercial Manager the Procurement Coordinator will provide comprehensive administrative support to all members of the project team playing a crucial role in the procurement process and project success.
Work Conditions
The work must be performed in person (hybrid) at various project sites located within the East York region of Toronto for the completion of two multi-span bridges slope stabilization underpass rehabilitation and all other associated works (temporary roads bridges traffic control etc.) You may also need to periodically visit to CDBs head office in Peterborough for events and training. Work hours are between 40-50 hrs/week 7:00am-5:30pm Monday to Friday.
Responsibilities
- Developing detailed plans to optimize the delivery of equipment materials supplies and services in terms of quality cost and schedule
- Preparing and issuing request documents to qualified suppliers (request for quotes information proposals etc.)
- Negotiating and/or assisting in negotiating the best price delivery payment and purchase terms tax exemptions price escalation and other factors impacting the total cost of items or services purchased logistics management including expediting deliveries to critical sites
- Managing the lifecycle of purchase order activity in the system (such as SAP etc.)
- Participating in the evaluation of supplier performance
- Understanding and complying with all project policies particularly procurement and security policies
- Maintaining high data integrity when entering records into project database systems
- Providing reports and analysis on procurement activities
- Facilitating the implementation of company-specific contracts for services and/or materials
- Studying market trends interview suppliers and recommend sources of supply
- Other as requested
Requested skills
Education/ certifications
Bachelors degree in engineering logistics or other relevant discipline
Experience and Technical Knowledge
Valid drivers license and clean driving record. Access to a personal vehicle
Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in purchasing in the construction sector or other heavy industrial environment
Experience in heavy infrastructure projects would be an asset
Ability to understand technical language and written content
Knowledge of purchasing principles techniques practices and ethics
Knowledge of fundamental principles of contract law negotiation of commercial agreements and practices of requesting bids proposals and quotes
Bilingual (an asset) but proficiency in English language with excellent communication skills (written and verbal) is required
Core Competencies
Excellent communication skills
Accountability
Ability to establish relationship and work within a team
Job Related Competencies
Strong numeracy and mathematical skills
Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task
Interpersonal skills tact and diplomacy
Thoroughness and rigor
Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize work
Computer Skills
Excellent command of Microsoft Office Suite and Outlook applications
Ability to use SAP Aconex and other specialized software
Knowledge of the SAP procurement module would be an asset
OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY EQUITY & INCLUSION:
We respect and value our accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code Construction Demathieu Bard (CDB) Inc. is committed to making the Recruitment & Selection process accessible. Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process please let us know when we contact you and we will work with you to meet your needs.
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CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK
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