Position: Jr. Buyer
Job Type: Full Time
Location: This position will be based in our office in Edmonton or Calgary, Alberta.
Purpose of the Role
The Junior Buyer supports the procurement team by coordinating purchase orders, sourcing materials and services, maintaining vendor relationships, and ensuring the timely delivery of goods required for operations and projects. This role provides day-to-day purchasing and administrative support while developing knowledge of procurement processes, supplier management, and construction operations.
Key Responsibilities of the Role
- Be an active participant in SB Canada's Health and Safety Program, helping to foster a positive safety culture as we continue to move from compliance to care.
- Work closely with Project Management and Operation teams to issue electronic Purchase Orders (PO’s) in financial system (Harmony) in accordance with Delegation of Authority (DOA) to third party vendors and suppliers.
- Assist in the administration of equipment rental tracking by comparing prices, corresponding with sites to confirm ship and pickup date, confirming rental terms, and monitoring return of goods.
- Support sites with requisitions by acting as a liaison between suppliers, sub-contractors, and consultants on current orders by sourcing local suppliers where possible.
- Track and follow up on vendors to ensure Purchase Orders have been executed.
- Organize maintenance of vendor waybills / receiving tickets / packing slips.
- Conduct basic negotiations of pricing and general terms & conditions.
- Process and close out purchase orders within financial system (Harmony) following confirmation that services and goods were completed as per requirements.
- Work with project managers to ensure that all purchase orders are properly coded and reflected on a weekly and monthly basis.
- Provide support to ensure timely invoice payment and dispute charges that do not match quote.
- Maintain records in accordance with established policies and procedures and audit guidelines.
- Provide backup to other Procurement roles across the organization during vacation, travel, or high-volume periods.
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
Qualifications – What Will Make You Successful
Education
- Certificate, Diploma, or post-secondary education in Supply Chain Management, Purchasing, Business Administration, Commerce, or a related field.
Experience
- 0-2 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, supply chain, administration, or a related field.
- Experience with purchase orders, vendor communications, invoice processing, data entry, or administrative support is considered an asset.
- Experience supporting construction, industrial, equipment, or project-based operations is considered an asset.
- Familiarity with financial or ERP systems is considered an asset.
Soft Skills
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- High attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Professional, proactive, and customer-focused mindset.
Preferred Skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Experience working with ERP systems; experience with Harmony is considered an asset.
- Experience creating and managing purchase orders, vendor records, and procurement documentation.
- Basic understanding of purchasing, inventory control, and supply chain principles.
- Experience obtaining quotations and comparing pricing from vendors is considered an asset.
- Familiarity with construction materials, equipment, and services is considered an asset.
- Knowledge of logistics and transportation coordination is considered an asset.
Required Designations or Certifications
- Valid driver's licence.
- Working toward, or interested in pursuing, a supply chain or purchasing-related designation is considered an asset.
*Only candidates being considered for this position will be contacted. SB Canada is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. If you are selected to participate in the recruitment process, please inform Human Resources of any accommodations you may require. Our team will directly work with you to ensure you are fully able to participate in the process.
*This posting is for an active vacancy we are currently hiring for.
*Please note: We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology to assist with application screening and assessments. This technology is used as a support tool, and all hiring decisions are made by our hiring team.
