Buyer

At Hydro we work to foster positive work-life balance and offer remote or hybrid working arrangements for some positions based on the nature of work being performed and an assessment of other relevant factors.

Opportunities, Growth, Job Satisfaction...Join the Hydro Team.

Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro is focused on delivering safe, reliable service to power our customers. We are a company of people who work hard behind the scenes for our customers, the people and businesses of this province. We pride ourselves on being strong and steady, tried and true; while innovating in our approaches to our business. We value our employees, we take care of each other, we recognize excellence, we respect individuality and we work hard to create an inclusive and welcoming workplace. People who work at Hydro feel like they’re part of a community and we give back to the communities where we live and work to make them stronger.

We’re looking for passionate and performance focused people – people who want to make a difference for our customers and who share our values.

Buyer

Competition #: NLH-RE-24-135
Status: Term (2 years)
Location: St. John’s (Major Projects)

GENERAL DUTIES:

Reviews requisitions and contract tender documents for commercial requirements, determines source, analyses quotations and tenders, selects suppliers, issues orders, and works with vendors to execute contracts; works with the computerized purchasing system and ensures administrative and legal requirements are met; ensures policies, procedures, agreements and legislative requirements are adhered to; liaises with department officials, suppliers and other groups as required. All other duties related to or associated with this classification.

QUALIFICATIONS:

High school graduation supplemented by the successful completion of the Supply Chain Management Association - Supply Chain Management Professional accreditation Program, or successful completion of a three (3) year diploma program in business management or a three (3) year supply chain management program from a recognized post-secondary institution. All education requirements to be supplemented by a minimum of two (2) years related purchasing experience including at least one (1) year at the buyer level in an industrial or utility environment. Must have a working knowledge of computerized purchasing systems and the Microsoft Suite of Applications as well as good oral and written communication skills. Should no one have industrial or utility experience noted above, consideration may be given to candidates with other purchasing experience.

CLOSING DATE:

November 4, 2024

Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro manages our province’s electricity system. We are a company of people who work hard behind the scenes because we know our customers are counting on us. Through our generation, transmission and distribution operations, we’re committed to meeting the needs of our customers and providing residents, businesses and communities across the province with safe, reliable power. For more information, visit www.nlhydro.com.

Our company values diversity and inclusion in the workplace and encourages applications from diverse candidates, including women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities.

Submit your application online. Please quote the competition number with your application. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.