About this role
<p style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>The future you want is within reach.</strong></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">At PCL, your personal and professional growth is our passion. We're excited to help you discover what's next in your journey so you can build a legacy that you're proud of. With locations and projects across North America and beyond, exciting opportunities are waiting for you in dozens of cities.</span></p> <p> </p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Here's how an Buyer for PCL Industrial Services, Inc. contributes to our team:</p> <p> </p><div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:14.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Responsibilities</b></H2> </div><div><ul> <li><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Purchases materials, assets and services in accordance with policies and procedures, using cost-effective and ethical approaches and meeting required criteria. </span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Identifies and selects vendors to purchase requisitioned consumables, while meeting criteria such as specification, price, quantity, quality, safety, and delivery date. </span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Develops general commodity knowledge by working with procurement experts, using supplier resources, and acquisition assignments. </span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Creates and issues appropriate purchase documents and applying the relevant purchasing and supply agreements to daily purchases. </span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Develops and maintains constructive and customer focused working relationships with stakeholders. </span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Identifies, evaluates, and escalates risks that could affect project deliverables, activities, and schedule. </span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Coordinates all aspects of the purchasing process with suppliers to schedule deliveries and resolve material discrepancies, outstanding or overdue deliveries, warranty claims, and return of material. </span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Prepares and analyzes request for quotes and interprets information requests. </span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Resolves conflicts between purchaser and supplier for standard purchases. </span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Utilizes relationships and awareness of market and marketplace to streamline current processes and introduce initiatives to create value and overall efficiencies. </span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Maintains preventive maintenance requirements and minor repairs for operating equipment.</span></span></li> </ul> </div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:14.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Qualifications</b></H2> </div><div><ul> <li><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">High school diploma. </span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Bachelor’s diploma or degree in a related discipline is considered an asset. </span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">1 year of experience in supply chain or procurement is preferred. </span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Basic construction knowledge including awareness of procedures, project life cycles, and construction resources and equipment. </span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Basic understanding of applicable procurement laws and regulations, procurement best practices and supply chain processes. </span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Awareness of commonly used construction materials, permanent/non-permanent materials, services, tools, and equipment. </span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Clear understanding of “Best Value”. </span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Effective negotiation and interpersonal communication skills. </span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Working experience of Microsoft Office Suite with a strong aptitude for adopting new technology. </span></span></li> </ul> </div></div></div><p><strong>Your Work Has Purpose Here</strong></p> <p> </p> <p>PCL projects are where life happens, where communities connect, careers begin, and progress is made. Regardless of the type of project, we are building something bigger: a future that's inclusive, resilient and full of opportunity.</p> <p> </p> <p>At PCL Industrial Services, Inc., we are committed to creating a workplace where everyone belongs. We value the diverse experiences, identities and perspectives our employees bring. Employment decisions are based on merit, potential and the drive to make a difference, regardless of race, gender, age, ability or background.</p> <p> </p> <p>We know everyone's needs are different, if you require accommodation during the application process, please contact <a title="" href="mailto:[email protected]" target="_self">[email protected]</a> and include the position and location of interest.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Company:</strong> PCL Industrial Services, Inc.</p> <p><strong>Primary Location: </strong>Phoenix, Arizona</p> <p><strong>Job Title: </strong>Buyer</p> <p><strong>Requisition ID: </strong>12873</p>