Purchasing Specialist

Company Profile

Pipeworx Ltd. is a leader in Oil & Gas construction, specializing in cross-country pipeline, facility construction and integrity services. Offering our integral services throughout Western Canada to key producers and mid-stream clients.

Summary

The Purchasing Specialist is responsible for executing requests for goods and materials to support various operational groups. This role ensures timely procurement, accurate invoice processing, and effective vendor communication.

Key Responsibilities

- Receive and review requisitions; clarify requirements as needed.

- Place orders with approved vendors; source supply for regular and emergency purchases.

- Issue purchase and change orders using the company’s ERP system (Vista).

- Maintain consistent and accurate purchasing and pricing records.

- Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and guidelines.

- Purchase materials at the lowest total cost while meeting quantity, quality, and lead-time requirements.

- Expedite procurement through delivery and ensure accurate invoice.

- Review and resolve invoice discrepancies with Accounts Payable.

- Support estimating teams with material pricing requests.

- Lead and/or support project purchasing requirements from award to closing.

- Assist in developing and implementing master pricing agreements.

- Contribute to identifying cost savings and process improvements.

Qualifications & Skills

- Relevant post-secondary education (Diploma, Degree, or professional designation). – preferred not required.

- Experience Range: Intermediate: 3–5 years’ purchasing experience, including 1–3 years in industrial construction.

- Professional Designations: SCMP or CCLP designation preferred, not required.

- Technical skills in issuing RFQ and addenda, conducting bid analysis, expediting to close.

- Supplier negotiations, cost control, and project close-outs.

- Strong analytical skills – ability to obtain, analyze, and interpret supply chain data.

- Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook), Microsoft Teams, and ERP systems (Vista preferred).

- Excellent problem-solving, time management, and organizational skills.

- Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and manage multiple priorities.

- Strong written and verbal communication.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00-$75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- Dental care

- Extended health care

- Life insurance

- On-site parking

- RRSP match

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-09-01

Expected start date: 2025-09-15