Purchasing Agent Job Pickering area,Ontario Canada,Engineering

What is the Opportunity?

Aecon Nuclear provides a full spectrum of Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) services, in addition to maintenance and manufacturing services tailored to meet the demanding requirements of the nuclear power industry. Aecon Nuclear’ s portfolio of building, refurbishing, maintaining, and decommissioning nuclear power facilities reflects a record of project success that ranges from small but essential maintenance contracts, to major construction endeavors.

Aecon supports clients with expert project management to the most exacting standards.

Working with our joint venture partner Atkins Realis, Aecon Nuclear has been awarded the definition phase contract with Ontario Power Generation (OPG) to assist in planning the Pickering Retube, Feeder and Boiler replacement (RF ) project. This project involves the refurbishment of four reactors and replacement of the forty eight steam generators at the Pickering Nuclear Generating Station.

The position is located in the Pickering, Ontario and reporting to the Procurement Manager. The Purchasing Agent is responsible to negotiate pricing and terms for various commodities, equipment, and services for the OPG Pickering Refurbishment Project.

What You'll Do Here:

Primary responsibility is to lead and manage the full procurement lifecycle to support the overall success of a project or site

The range of activities includes early engagement and demand planning, developing a procurement plan in support of the full project lifecycle, including the tendering process, market solicitation, negotiation, contract award and contract management.

The position will require procurement of equipment, material & components as well as Nuclear safety related materials & components primarily for use in Nuclear Power Plants in Canada. This may include but not limited to: plate, structural steel, pipe, tubing, fittings, valves, weld consumables, electrical components & supplies, and personal

protective wear.

Review of purchase requisitions and related documentation to ensure clarity and completeness with the description of materials, components or equipment, quantity, adherence to quality assurance requirements, proper authorization of funding, delivery requirements, & desired mode of transportation.

Preparation and issuance of standard and quality related Request for Quotation (RFQ’s) to qualified vendors based on Aecon’s Approved Suppliers List (ASL)

Conduct market-based research to develop new suppliers that would add value to Aecon projects.

Provide assistance to the Procurement Manager to develop project specific procurement plans or as assigned, take the lead in developing such plans.

Negotiation or assistance with the negotiation for major contracts of best price, delivery, terms of payment and purchase conditions, tax exemptions, price escalation, and other factors impacting the supply of material or components.

Assisting the Procurement Manager to develop and implement detailed strategies for procurement, including cost reduction strategies to meet organizational goals and objectives

Working with Aecon Operations personnel and supporting regional offices in obtaining materials required as needed

Support estimating team with pricing at tendering stage

Ensuring quality, reliability and responsiveness to operational needs which meet or exceed organizational expectations

Logistics management including expediting for critical site deliveries.

Accountability to ensure our internal clients are serviced beyond normal business hours

Ensure training on the Aecon Quality assurance manual is accurate and up to date

What You Bring To The Team:

2-3 years experience in the Nuclear Construction Industry in a procurement role or 5+ years experience in a conventional procurement role.

Completion of Materials and Operations Management Program at the College or University Level an asset

Enrollment in or completion of PMAC’s Accreditation Program is preferred Microsoft Office Products

Working knowledge of OPG Passport system would be considered an asset.

Working knowledge of Nuclear Codes & Standards as they relate to procurement activities, These may include but not be limited to: ASME Section III, ASME NCA-4000, ASME NQA-1, CSA N285.0, CSA N286-05, and CSA Z299/N299 Series.

Basic knowledge of other material or component codes and standards would be an asset. These may include but not be limited to: ASME Section II & ASME SECTION III, ASTM, & CSA.

Ability to meet deadlines and manage priorities is critical.

Good Interpersonal skills are essential

Customer service oriented

Good planning, decision making, negotiation and time management skills are essential

Knowledge of competitive trends & sales techniques.

Knowledge of SAP planning system would be an asset

Reason for vacany:
Replacement

Pay range: $60,000 - $90,000

Individual pay is determined based on several factors, including work location, education, experience, unique skills and job conditions. Other considerations may include certifications,…


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