Associate Procurement Specialist - Buyer

As an Associate Procurement Specialist - Buyer, you will be responsible for managing the order management of goods and services. Your goal will be to coordinate with business requestors, contract specialists, and suppliers to ensure accurate purchase order setup, documentation, approvals, and timely delivery. Your success will be demonstrated through efficient order processing, effective issue resolution, and consistent support of operational needs.

• Work Environment – Work and grow within Canada’s largest Refinery, with strong safety culture, access to a fitness facility, an onsite medical team, and a café
• Competitive Compensation – Including an annual bonus plan, and pension plan
• Flexible Benefits Plan – In effect from day one and offers three levels of coverage to select from to meet your unique, personal needs
• Paid Vacation – Plus an annual option to purchase additional vacation, too
• Wellness Support – With 24/7 access to our Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Opportunity to give back to some amazing causes in our community – Choose when and where to make an impact with a paid volunteer day, company volunteer opportunities, and a donation matching program

• Understand business requirements and effectively manage the procure to pay process by daily review of requisitions for procurement of goods and/or services
• Negotiate with qualified suppliers to ensure the best value for the company
• Negotiate payment terms, purchase order terms and conditions with guidance from more experienced Buyers
• Issue purchase orders and gain appropriate approval
• Follow through with suppliers/contractors to ensure purchase order commitments are acknowledged
• Expedite deliveries of goods as required at site dates
• Resolve any invoice holds/errors to ensure payment to suppliers
• Manage timely closure of Purchase Orders (POs) to mitigate risk

• Able to work independently or as part of a team, and collaborate with diverse groups
• Effective communication—written, verbal, and interpersonal
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Time management and ability to manage multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Negotiation skills with the ability to influence outcomes, resolve differences, and secure mutually beneficial agreements
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

• A university degree or an equivalent combination of education and related experience in Supply Chain Management, Finance, or Accounting
• 2-3 years of experience with Procure to Pay procedures, sourcing, and negotiation
• Familiar with basic principles of Contract Management
• Experience with various ERPs
• Experience with Oracle EBS is an asset

The expected annual salary range for this position is $55,223 - $73,170. Placement within range will be based on relevant experience, qualifications, and skills.

Irving Oil is committed to supporting a diverse and inclusive work environment. We thrive on the good energy that’s created when our people from different backgrounds, identities, cultures and experiences share their unique perspectives. Diversity is key to our success and inclusion is everyone’s responsibility.

We are always looking for amazing candidates to join our talent community.

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