Purchasing Agent

Jobtype: Full Time Location: CAN - Toronto Category: Bid Management/New Business

Interested in shaping skylines across the globe?

Multiplex is a premier construction company with a simple purpose: to construct a better future. As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to help deliver some of the world's most iconic projects, supported by approachable leadership and an inclusive culture that puts our people first.

You will also have access to a range of holistic benefits including:

• Market competitive compensation packages and group RRSP matching.
• Company paid medical, health, and dental benefits including mental health and wellness resources.
• Paid time off including annual vacation, parental leave, and volunteer leave.
• Financial wellbeing support and discount programs.
• Professional career development opportunities and a wealth of learning offerings through the Multiplex Learning Academy.
• An industry-leading approach to flexible work to enable better work-life balance.

Who we're looking for:

Our people are united by a common belief: that we can outperform in everything we do.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Purchasing Agent connects our site teams with Multiplex's trusted suppliers to provide needed materials, equipment, services and products for the delivery to our projects. This position will require working with our site teams to plan and understand project needs so that orders arrive on site in a Just-in-Time basis. The key to success in this position will be strong, quick communication with our site teams and supplier partners and inbound and outbound shipments. Cross functional discussions will be critical with site, the safety department, legal, marketing and communications and the finance department. Working under the guidance of the Senior Manager, Procurement & Business Optimization.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide recommendations to project management staff on Division One (General Conditions) on procurement of vendors, suppliers, or subcontractors.
• Receive requisitions from multiple sites and create a purchase order along with placing the order with the appropriate supplier.
• Perform 3-point match with Requisition, Purchase Order and Packing Slip; coordinate with the Accounts Payable team to process invoicing.
• Assist with input in the rental tracker for all tools and equipment that are rented on site.
• Assist with input and tracking of inventory at head office and sites.
• Reach out to vendors for budgetary pricing.
• Negotiate with subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors to secure advantageous terms.
• Review existing contracts with subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors to ensure on-going feasibility.
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers.
• Keep trade database current at all times with key subcontractors, vendors and supplier contact details, key discussions, and negotiations.
• Prepare procurement reports and project tender tracking reports.
• Support estimating department with accurate vendor pricing.
• Run ad hoc reports as required.
• Audit vendor accounts and outstanding balances as needed

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• At least 2 years direct work experience in a purchasing or procurement capacity with direct focus on construction consumables and rentals.
• Completion of a post-secondary degree/diploma program in Supply Chain Management, Materials Management, Purchasing, Business Administration, Construction Management or another related field.
• On-site construction management experience is strongly preferred.

Required Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Multi-tasking and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Fast paced, dynamic and innovative work environment.
• If visiting a project site, high possibility of exposure to hazardous materials.
• Sitting, standing, walking, bending, light lifting, climbing stairs.
• A team-oriented and progressive workplace that recognizes and rewards the “outside the box” approach.
• Dedicated to developing successful employees – We invest in our people and provide a wealth of career development opportunities across job functions.

Diversity is about celebrating the ways we are all different and appreciating the unique qualities that every employee brings. We invite applications from people of all genders, cultures and walks of life. Research shows that women and people from underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for roles if they don't meet every qualification. So even if you don't match all the criteria - if you are passionate about helping to construct a better future, we'd love to hear from you.

We are committed to providing a barrier-free work environment in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code and can support with reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. If you require a specific accommodation because of a disability or a medical need, please contact us at 416 359 8559 or by e-mail at recruitment.canada@multiplex.global. This ensures that the appropriate accommodations are arranged before the commencement of employment.