Project Buyer

Joining our team has its advantages!

- Flexible schedule to promote work/life balance

- Telecommuting in hybrid mode

- Group insurance from the first day

- Very competitive pension plan

- Generous holiday policy

- Personal days

- Employee Assistance Program

- Free parking

- Opportunity for professional development

SUMMARY:

The person in this position is responsible for acquiring equipment and awarding service contracts for assigned construction/renovation projects within specified timeframes. As an equipment specialist, they will work closely with project managers, planning, and design departments.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Participate in project transfer meetings with planners, designers, and project managers to identify equipment and service needs;

- Provide recommendations for equipment selection for projects, considering current national agreements and the supplier incentive program;

- Interpret technical drawings and specifications;

-Prepare budgets for assigned projects per scope of work based on the fixture plans using an excel template form

- Determine equipment and service requirements based on the layout plan and other complementary documents;

- Ensure that prices and conditions for equipment and services covered by national agreements are respected;

- Prepare and send tender documents to suppliers for the relevant merchandise groups, analyze the results, negotiate, and make recommendations;

- Request, analyze, negotiate, and recommend prices for equipment and services not covered by an agreement.

- Issue purchase orders to suppliers through SAP and ensure follow-up throughout projects;

- Update reference documents or work tools;

- Perform any related tasks.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- College study (2 years) in procurement or related to procurement..

- The ideal candidate should have 3 to 5 years of experience in procurement or a related field. However, we will consider any other combination of education and experience that is relevant.

- The candidate should also have experience working in a team and with a variety of projects.

- Required skills: Knowledge of Office Suite software, including Outlook, Teams, Excel, and Word.

-Familiarity with SAP, supermarket equipment, refrigeration, and blueprint reading is an asset.

SKILLS:

-Autonomy and leadership, excellent priority management (ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines), ability to work under pressure in a changing environment, curiosity, and a desire to learn.

- Focus on providing quality work and service, paying attention to detail, and utilizing strong customer service skills.

- Utilize interpersonal communication skills to effectively negotiate and solve problems with analytical thinking.