Strategic buyer - Capital Investment Project

American Iron & Metal (AIM) is a family-owned company and recognized global leader in the metal recycling industry with more than 125 sites and 4000 employees worldwide. We have continued to prosper for the last eight decades thanks to the dedication of our employees and the ongoing trust and support of our customers.

Become part of team AIM, a growing team with an entrepreneurial spirit who has over the years evolved into a successful and multifaceted company with business divisions that include metal recycling, decommissioning and demolition, auto-parts sales and recycling, manufacturing of solder assemblies, construction waste recycling, and production of customized industrial and mining products.

We take pride in doing good things for the environment to help create a greener, more sustainable future for all.

It’s simple; we do it right. We AIM for excellence.

Job Description

The incumbent will contribute to the development and control of purchasing for CAPEX/investment projects at AIM's various sites.

Reporting directly to the Strategic Purchasing Manager, the incumbent is responsible for the strategic sourcing of the assigned spend category, while ensuring the best overall value for the company. In this position, you will be responsible for requirements analysis, procurement plan development, market approach, contract negotiations, contract management, support in preparation and development and maintenance of strong supplier relationships.

• Analyze the scope of application, based on a close partnership with the project team
• Market analysis
• Provide pre-bid estimation
• Responsible for identifying contractors and suppliers
• Responsible for RFI / RFP / RFQ management and execution
• Prepare the selection criteria matrix, with a view to optimum pricing in terms of value for money
• Negotiate contracts
• Cover full transactional cycle, from the request definition to contract management
• Require suppliers to meet key cost, quality and delivery targets
• Monitor the shipment and delivery of goods and services
• Ensure resolution of pricing issues on invoices
• Produce project close-out report

Qualifications

• 4 or more years experience within CAPEX projects or other related spend categories
• Education in business, finance or engineering
• Strong technical understanding and ability in the context of projects
• Innovative approach and ability to take responsibility
• Communicate clearly and effectively
• Strong organizational skills 
• Ability to work collaboratively with other internal and external stakeholders
• Bilingual (English and French), both written and spoken

Additional Information

What we offer!

• Competitive salary + other perks
• Group insurance & RRSP program
• Company-wide events throughout the year (BBQ, Holiday party etc.) 
• Free gym on site
• Two cafeterias on site (subsidized meal program available)
• Dynamic & rewarding work environment- work on high-impact, meaningful projects while also having fun!

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