Reporting to the Purchasing Director, the Project Buyer is responsible for the purchasing strategy, negotiation, and procurement of electrical equipment and materials required for successful project execution. Acting as a key liaison between Estimating, Project Management, and suppliers, you will ensure adherence to budgets, delivery deadlines, and quality standards for every project.

1. Project Purchasing & Procurement Management

• Needs Analysis: Review technical specifications and project estimates to identify material requirements (transformers, low/medium voltage switchgear, cabling, lighting fixtures, cable trays, etc.).

• Supplier Sourcing: Issue Requests for Proposals (RFPs) to electrical material distributors and manufacturers.

• Negotiation: Secure the best commercial terms (pricing, payment terms, incentives) while complying with the client’s technical requirements.

• Order Issuance: Input, process, and rigorously track project purchase orders within the ERP system.

2. Logistics & Risk Management

• Delivery Planning: Coordinate with Project Managers and Site Superintendents/Foremen to schedule Just-in-Time (JIT) deliveries based on construction progress.

• Dispute Resolution: Handle non-conformities, delivery delays, damaged materials, and manage returns or claims with suppliers.

• Budget Tracking: Monitor cost variances against the initial project budget and alert management of any significant deviations.

3. Supplier Relations & Strategic Monitoring

• Performance Evaluation: Monitor and assess supplier service quality (on-time delivery, order accuracy).

• Market Intelligence: Stay informed about technological innovations, metal market fluctuations (copper, aluminum), and industry supply chain constraints to anticipate price increases or shortages.

Education & Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s degree or DEC (College Diploma) in Operations Management, Supply Chain, Business Administration, or a technical degree in Electrical Engineering / Electricity.

• Experience: 3 to 5 years of purchasing experience in the construction sector, ideally with an electrical contractor or an electrical distributor.

Technical Skills

• Excellent knowledge of electrical equipment and industry brands (Schneider, Eaton, ABB, Legrand, Nexans, etc.).

• Proficiency with project management software or ERP systems (e.g., Acumatica), Procore, and advanced Excel skills.

• Knowledge of current electrical codes and regulations (an asset).

Soft Skills

• Outstanding Negotiator: Ability to protect company margins while maintaining long-term partnership relations.

• Stress Tolerance & Agility: Capacity to handle job site emergencies and react quickly to unexpected changes.

• Rigor & Organization: High attention to detail to avoid ordering errors that could impact construction schedules.

• 40 hours/week, Monday to Friday.
• Monday to Friday
• Hybrid model (3 days in-office) with occasional travel to job sites or supplier facilities.

• A welcoming, family-like company culture.

• Dynamic social events: BBQs, Social Club, family days, and more.

• On-site parking.

• Group insurance.

• Group RRSP.