Buyer

Black & McDonald Limited

. Secure quotes for materials, equipment, or services from suppliers for estimating during the bid process .

Posted 10/6/2026contractPickering • CanadaJunior💰 CA$29 - CA$36 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in procurement processes, contract administration, and vendor management, with a strong focus on cost evaluation and quality sourcing. Capable of effectively communicating and collaborating with cross-functional teams to support project requirements.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Procurement ExperienceContract AdministrationVendor ManagementAnalytical SkillsNegotiation Skills

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Hard Skills

Cost EvaluationPurchase Order PreparationRFP PreparationBid EvaluationMaterial SourcingContract ManagementClaims ProcessingVendor Performance MonitoringMarket Condition AnalysisEPC Environment Experience

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationOrganizational Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Relevant Designations

Industry Keywords

Nuclear ProjectsEPC EnvironmentProcurement ProcessContract AdministrationVendor Marketplace

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Secure quotes for materials, equipment, or services from suppliers for estimating during the bid process
Review discount structures with key vendors
Identify and source materials, equipment, or services based on cost and quality evaluations
Review material requests and prepare purchase orders for project or maintenance requirements
Place orders to provide the best-delivered cost for projects
Provide suppliers with purchase orders to establish contracts and facilitate billing
Increase or close out vendor purchase orders
Ensure paperwork is completed and approved before placing vendor orders
Review committed costs
Process returns, claims, and other supplier issues
Liaise with Quality, Accounting, Project Management, and Site Management
Understand vendor marketplace and market conditions
Plan, coordinate, and execute procurement activities
Review bidder information; prepare and issue RFP and tender documents; evaluate bids; and provide recommendations
Complete contract administration activities
Review and escalate claims
Communicate relevant information to engineering, construction, QC, and accounts payable stakeholders
Monitor and track vendor performance
Develop and maintain relationships with existing and prospective vendors
Provide administrative support, assist in estimating, and support field staff
Perform other assignments or projects as assigned by the Manager/Supervisor

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor Degree in Business (or related discipline) or related experience
1-2 years of procurement experience, preferably for nuclear projects in an EPC environment
Experience on projects with low to medium risk and complexity
Relevant designations preferred
Proven understanding of procurement and contract administration process
Strong communication, organization, analytical, and negotiation skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Opportunity to participate in community and wellness initiatives
Team building events
Access to a dynamic Employee & Family Assistance Program
Opportunity for ongoing professional development
Rewards and recognition
Scholarship Program for employee dependents
Group insurance benefits
Pension plan
Annual performance bonus
Career development programs