Bilingual Project Buyer

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Company Profile

CIMCO specializes in the engineering, design, manufacture, installation and service of complex thermal building solutions for industrial, process cooling and recreational refrigeration and mechanical systems. For more than 100 years, CIMCO's leadership and unparalleled research, development and manufacturing programs has put us at the forefront of industry advancements and technological breakthroughs. Our professional engineers, technicians and designers apply innovative state-of-the-art equipment and refrigerants to develop systems that meet even the most complex thermal challenges.

We offer our employees excellent compensation, medical and dental benefit programs, retirement savings options, career development opportunities, mentoring and continuing education.

Position Summary

In this fast paced role, you will bring your technical knowledge to manage the sourcing, procuring and scheduling of material and subcontractors for multiple projects. As part of a North American team of 5 Project Buyers, you will coordinate the scheduling of materials and resource to support Project Managers and our Engineering team to help transform an idea with a Bill of Materials into a finished project, on time and on budget. This position will report to the Team Lead- Projects.

Role Responsibilities

• Sourcing: materials and services required for a construction project
• Set up new suppliers and ensure compliance with CIMCO standards
• Create CCA1 contracts, ensuring our requirements are accurately documented
• Write, Issue and seek approval on subcontracts before issuing Purchase Orders
• Solicit RFQ's from vendors for material and services to meet the project schedule
• Confirm prices/ lead times on quotes received at time of booking
• Work with Engineering, Sales, and Project Management to identify quotes that will align with timeline as well as discuss alternatives should vendors not be able to meet their delivery dates
• Receive packing slips against Purchase Orders for site deliveries to support 3-way matching
• Work internally with Accounts Payable to review and approve invoices for payment
• Work with vendors to ensure prompt and on-time payment of invoices
• Attend regular Kick Off and Project Status Report meetings
• Understand and review technical terms in an RFQ and Quote
• Excellent time management skills to handle a large volume of Purchase orders
• Ability to multi task

Required Professional Knowledge, Skills & Qualifications

• 5 years of previous Purchasing experience working on construction projects
• A Technical / Engineering background or previous capital project exposure
• Bilingual in English and French both verbal and written
• The ability to source materials and contractor services
• Review RFQ and quotation submissions and the associated terminology to determine whether they meet our expectations
• Review RFQ and quotation submissions and the associated terminology to determine whether they meet company expectations
• Intermediate to Advanced Excel skills (including pivot tables and Vlookup)
• Be a quick learner with the confidence to ask clarifying questions
• Previous ERP experience purchasing material for projects, including SAP
• Tenacious work ethic to ensure the project stays on schedule
• The ability to work under pressure and tight deadlines
• Team Player

Closing Statement

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Employment Equity

CIMCO is committed to creating an inclusive environment where people from all backgrounds can thrive. Together, we embrace diversity of thought, experience, and perspective, as we combine our unique skills and capabilities to drive successful outcomes for all stakeholders. As an equal opportunity employer, CIMCO provides accessibility accommodations during the recruitment process. Should require any accommodation, please let us know, and we will work with you to meet your needs.