Buyer/Expeditor

Job detailsPosted 02 October 2026
Salary CAD negotiable
Start date 19 October 2026
Location Calgary
Job type Contract
Discipline Contracts and Procurement
Reference 170412
Job Function Expeditor, Buyer
Supply Chain Specialist – PurchasingOur client is proud to design and build projects and careers. They are committed to fostering a welcoming and collaborative work environment that encourages big-picture thinking, brings out the best in their personnel, and helps them develop innovative solutions that contribute to building a better world together. If this sounds like a culture you would like to work in, you are invited to apply for this role.
OverviewThe Buyer is a key member of the Supply Chain team, responsible for executing procurement activities for materials and equipment in support of complex projects from pre-award through closeout.
Responsibilities
Execute purchasing activities for engineered equipment and bulk materials in accordance with project requirements and material management plans
Prepare bid packages, manage bidder communications and clarification meetings and administer quotation timelines
Conduct commercial bid evaluations evaluating pricing, terms, delivery, compliance and risk
Issue purchase orders and manage them through the full lifecycle, including change orders, price adjustments and supplier exceptions
Effectively negotiate and recommend resolution to terms and conditions exceptions
Negotiated and resolution final resolution to any claim related items regarding material
Validate supplier invoices and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner
Provide guidance and informal support to junior supply chain team members as required
Collaborate closely with Engineering, Construction, Logistics, and other project stakeholders
Plan and organize own work assignments, as well as carry out tasks from management staff
Organize and prioritize a variety of projects and multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner, set priorities, and meet deadlines
Analyze and make independent recommendations regarding solutions to problems with varying complexity in accordance with organization and/or project objectives and guidelines
Adhere to and support Client’s Health, Safety & Environmental and Sustainability Policies
May need to travel to attend to business related matters
Meet expectations on attendance and punctuality
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Accredited four (4) year degree or global equivalent applicable field of study and six (6) years of work-related experience or a combination of education and directly related experience equal to ten (10) years if non-degreed;
some locations may haveadditional or different qualifications in order to comply with local requirements
Ability to communicate effectively with audiences that include but are not limited to management, coworkers, clients, vendors, contractors, and other stakeholders
Job related technical knowledge necessary to complete the job
Ability to learn and apply knowledge of applicable local, state/province, and federal/national statutes and guidelines
Ability to attend to detail and work in a time-conscious and time-effective manner
Ability to communicate fluently in English (read, write and speak)
Working toward applicable professional certification(s) or license(s)
Experience should be primarily in the area of material management
Excellent computer and software skills to include the use of word processing, e-mail, spreadsheets, and electronic presentation programs
PLEASE NOTE: Only those eligible to work in Canada will be considered for this position and only those selected for interviews will be contacted. TRS is an equal opportunity company.
We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, or any other criteria protected by governing law.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race;
color;
age;
sex;
sexual orientation;
gender identity;
religion;
nationalorigin;
disability;
veteran status;
genetic information;
or any other criteria protected by governing law.
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