Junior Buyer

LOCATION: St. John s, NL

SALARY: Competitive Salary; Based on Experience

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Temporary Contract; 6 Months

NUMBER OF POSITIONS: One (1)

Our client is currently seeking a Junior Buyer to join their team on a 6 month term basis.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Adheres to and promotes continuous improvement of procurement standards, processes, and procedures to support safe, efficient, and cost-effective operations.
• Collaborates with operational, regional, and corporate stakeholders to identify procurement requirements and ensure the timely acquisition of goods and services.
• Sources, evaluates, qualifies, and engages suppliers in accordance with company standards, client requirements, contractual obligations, and applicable laws and regulations, including Atlantic Accord requirements where applicable.
• Obtains, evaluates, and negotiates quotations and commercial terms to achieve best value while balancing cost, quality, schedule, and risk considerations.
• Prepares, issues, and administers purchase orders and related procurement documentation for materials, equipment, and services.
• Coordinates and monitors procurement activities throughout the purchasing lifecycle, including order tracking, expediting, supplier follow-up, and issue resolution to support operational requirements.
• Reviews contracts, commercial agreements, and procurement documentation to ensure compliance with company standards and protection of company interests.
• Supports the timely review, execution, and administration of contracts and other commercial agreements.
• Maintains accurate procurement records and data within company systems and ensures documentation is complete, audit-ready, and retained in accordance with company requirements.
• Utilizes enterprise resource planning (ERP) and procurement systems to support sourcing, purchasing, reporting, and supplier management activities.
• Coordinates domestic and international procurement activities, including support for cross-border sourcing, logistics, import/export requirements, and customs documentation, as applicable.
• Monitors supplier performance and work with internal stakeholders and suppliers to address quality, delivery, commercial, and compliance-related issues.
• Ensures compliance with company policies, client requirements, contractual obligations, applicable laws and regulations, and ethical business practices, including anti-corruption and conflict of interest requirements.
• Ensure suppliers are sources, evaluated, and engaged in accordance with company standards.
• Identifies opportunities for cost savings, process improvements, supplier performance enhancements, and risk mitigation.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Diploma or degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Commerce, or related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, supply chain, or a related business function.
• Experience in offshore oil and gas, marine, industrial, or other heavy-industry operations is considered an asset.
• Knowledge of procurement and sourcing practices, supplier management, contract administration, and negotiation principles.
• Understanding relevant regulatory and contractual requirements, including the Atlantic Accord, Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), and other applicable laws and regulations.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with internal stakeholders and suppliers.
• Experience working in a regulated, contract-driven environment is preferred.
• Familiarity with applicable regulations, contractual requirements, and industry standards.
• Understanding of domestic and international procurement processes, including import/export considerations, is an asset.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and ERP/procurement systems; SAP experience is preferred.
• Ability to build effective working relationships with internal stakeholders and suppliers while maintaining a high standard of professionalism, integrity, and compliance.

The above is intended as a summary of the key requirements for the position and is not intended to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities.

It is the objective of Puglisevich and our clients to ensure employment equity within the workplace. We encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, women, and persons with disabilities having the capability, qualifications, and experience to make application for this position. Qualified residents in Newfoundland and Labrador will be given first consideration in the staffing of these positions.