Sr Supply Chain Specialist; Procurement), Supply Chain, Alberta

Contributes to standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs), and deviation investigations for the job family

Regularly provides reports on the inflow of materials.

Supports Purchase to Pay process for site.

Purchases machinery, equipment, tools, chemicals, raw materials, packaging materials, parts, services and supplies meeting inventory goals and target dates.

Confers with vendors and analyzes vendor’s operations to determine factors that affect prices and determines lowest cost consistent with quality, reliability and ability to meet required timelines.

Coordinates the execution of suppliers’ Contracts and issues corresponding Work Orders. Identifies material flow issues and resolves them.

May contribute to reviewing proposals, negotiating prices and selecting or recommending suppliers.

Follows up on orders placed, verifies delivery, approves payment and maintains records. Builds effective working relationships with other departments, suppliers and peers. Interacts with representatives of other departments and consults with them on their material requirements

Brings any concerns regarding EH&S to Supply Chain Management, the EH&S Department or the Joint Health and Safety Committee.

Ensures that procedures for accident/incident/near miss reporting and investigating are carried out as per the relevant SOP.

Complies with all safety-related procedures and practices.

BA and 5+ years of relevant experience

2 year diploma and 7+ years of experience

Excellent verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills.

Strong organizational and time management skills.

Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite and purchasing experience with an ERP system (SAP and Oracle)

BA/BS in appropriate field including business or Supply Chain designation, is an asset.

2 years Prior Industrial Experience.