Buyer Team Lead

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BWXT Canada Ltd. (BWXT Canada) has over 60 years of expertise and experience in the design, manufacturing, commissioning and service of nuclear power generation equipment. This includes steam generators, nuclear fuel and fuel components, critical plant components, parts and related plant services. BWXT Canada’s subsidiary, BWXT Medical Ltd. (BWXT Medical) provides its customers, who conduct life‑saving medical procedures for patients around the world, the benefit of decades of experience in the development, manufacturing, packaging and delivery of medical isotopes and radiopharmaceuticals.

Headquartered in Cambridge, Ontario, BWXT in Canada has approximately 1,800 employees at locations in Peterborough, Toronto, Arnprior, Brampton, Port Elgin, Owen Sound, Kanata and Oakville, Ontario and Vancouver, British Columbia. BWXT Canada is a subsidiary of BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT). Follow us on Twitter @BWXT and learn more

We believe in empowering our employees and cultivating a dynamic workplace that fosters growth and collaboration. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting your career, you'll find opportunities to challenge yourself, learn from seasoned experts, and contribute to nuclear innovation. We require a diverse range of skills to support our work in the markets that drive our business and welcome candidates from all backgrounds and life stages who are passionate about making a difference.

As our Buyer Lead, you will manage supplier contracts, relationships, and performance to ensure on‑time delivery, product quality, and competitive costs while collaborating closely with engineering, quality, operations, and project teams to protect BWXT’s interests. Reporting to the Procurement Manager, you will guide and support the supply chain group, lead issue resolution, oversee 3rd‑party manufacturing and service providers, and ensure order fulfillment aligns with company and project objectives, with Buyer I, II, and III roles reporting directly to you.

Onsite, Cambridge ON

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of Buyers, fostering accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement.
• Assign and balance workloads to meet operational needs, project timelines, and service expectations.
• Guide the team in resolving complex procurement and supplier issues, escalating critical matters when needed.
• Oversee performance management, including goal setting, reviews, and development planning.
• Manage strategic suppliers and support negotiations for key supply and service agreements.
• Drive cost savings, efficiency improvements, and risk‑mitigation strategies across the supply chain.
• Support contract development, administration, revisions, and compliance with legal and company policies.
• Strengthen cross‑functional collaboration with engineering, operations, quality, and project teams.
• Lead communication rhythms such as team stand‑ups, progress updates, and cross‑functional alignment.
• Oversee order fulfillment commitments, supplier scorecards, corrective actions, and quality improvements.
• Identify alternate sourcing strategies and opportunities to de‑risk supply and improve lead times.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, and training to build a capable and engaged procurement team.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to enhance supply chain effectiveness.

• Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Manufacturing Management, or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years in procurement and supply chain, including 7+ years managing 3rd‑party contract manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of complex and nuclear manufacturing environments, components, and testing processes.
• Proven leadership capabilities with experience developing and guiding high‑performing teams.
• Advanced negotiation, supplier management, and contract management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to improve contract manufacturing performance to drive quality, innovation, and cost savings.
• Strong analytical, presentation, and communication skills.
• Project management experience with the…