ABOUT THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY

Black & McDonald’s Procurement team is growing! We are looking for a motivated self-starter to join our Utilities Procurement team to assist in innovative upcoming projects.

The Procurement Coordinator is located in Scarborough and typically reports directly to the Utility Procurement Lead. Their primary focus is overlooking assigned procurements/sourcing requirements for the Utilities Category. This includes but is not limited to initiating, negotiating, analyzing, drafting and executing the entire sourcing cycle and Procure-to-Pay, in addition to processing Purchase Orders, expediting orders, and logistics. The role is also responsible to support contractual and commercial matters while driving compliance with procurement & contracting policies and procedures. The Procurement Coordinator shall ensure effective Stakeholders’ Engagement to maximize collaboration and enhance the overall business performance. Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Execute day-to-day sourcing requests to ensure project plans and programs are met while introducing value
Ensure appropriate execution and compliance with procurement policies and procedures
Assist with the sourcing process, starting form identifying potential vendors, and issuing RFQ’s

Conduct, analyze and evaluate proposals by comparing costs, specifications, and delivery terms to propose recommendations to drive total cost of ownership
Awarding of Purchase Orders and establishing Framework/Partnership/Blanket Agreements
Expedite all awarded commitments issued through Purchase Orders/Agreements across various regions to meet delivery targets and avoid any foreseen delay
Assist in the identification of potential source of supply while conducting suppliers prequalification assessment
Participate in resolving disputes with suppliers and other external parties
Perform related duties as assigned to enable the achievement of the organization’s targets
Preferably a technical degree with certification in procurement (i.e. CSCMP, CPSM, APICS, MCIPS) or equivalent.
1- 2 years of experience in Construction Industry, Electrical / Utilities experience preferred
Knowledge of North American Markets, Manufactures, Distributors, Suppliers. Global market knowledge will be an asset, especially international outsourcing.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Good Knowledge of procurement system, ideally JDE.
High degree of competency in the use of all Microsoft Office 365 and Teams applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, as a minimum)
Demonstrated commitment to meeting and/or exceeding customer’s expectations
Willing to take feedback and learn company practices and processes
Proven ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume work environment
Comfortable with repetitive and high attention to detail tasks
Ability to engage and collaborate with internal stakeholders, to identify opportunities and drive results fitting all stakeholders requirements.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

Preferably a technical degree with certification in procurement (i.e. CSCMP, CPSM, APICS, MCIPS) or equivalent.

WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

1- 2 years of experience in Construction Industry, Electrical / Utilities experience preferred
Knowledge of North American Markets, Manufactures, Distributors, Suppliers. Global market knowledge will be an asset, especially international outsourcing.

SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Good Knowledge of procurement system, ideally JDE.
High degree of competency in the use of all Microsoft Office 365 and Teams applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, as a minimum)
Demonstrated commitment to meeting and/or exceeding customer’s expectations
Willing to take feedback and learn company practices and processes
Proven ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume work environment
Comfortable with repetitive and high attention to detail tasks
Ability to engage and collaborate with internal stakeholders, to identify opportunities and drive results fitting all stakeholders requirements.

Proficient user of:

MS Office (Word, Excel, Project)
JD Edwards or an Oracle-based ERP system
Willing and able to travel to site as required
Valid Ontario Driver’s License