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Procurement Assistant

COLAS CANADA INC. -
Edmonton, AB

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Job details

Temporary | Fixed term contract
8 days ago

Qualifications

Microsoft Word
Sourcing
Microsoft Excel
Procurement
Logistics
Microsoft Office
Data entry
Organizational skills
Construction experience
Proofreading
Communication skills

Full job description

Colas is a Canadian leader in transportation infrastructure - materials, construction, and maintenance. From roads to rail, airports to ports, we build some of the most important projects that connect our communities.

Backed by our network of Colas companies across Canada and the Colas Group worldwide, Colas offers a wide range of innovative and sustainable solutions for the construction and maintenance of transportation infrastructure.

Join the largest transportation infrastructure group in the world and help connect Canada.

Mission

Join us in an exciting adventure to complete the Edmonton Valley Line West LRT - a remarkable legacy project that will redefine our community’s transportation landscape! Be part of this transformative journey and help us create a lasting impact for generations to come!

The Procurement Assistant is responsible for receiving purchase order invoices in the system as well as various assigned field purchasing activities for the Edmonton Valley Line West LRT Project. Key responsibilities include receiving inventory / invoices, coordinating, expediting and issuing POs in accordance with the purchasing process for specialty items, consumables and construction materials. Duties include, but are not limited to, the duties outlined below.

Main Responsibilities

Collaborate with the construction team to verify deliveries and collect all receiving documentation.
Enter received materials into the internal database, ensuring inventory levels remain accurate; investigate discrepancies and document explanations as needed.
Manage and follow up with field receivers for confirmation of order receipt.
Coordinate with vendors regarding deliveries and confirm Change Orders have sufficient funding to cover additional costs.
Monitor Purchase Order (PO) tracking sheets and notify Construction or Commercial teams when additional funds are required.
Liaise with Accounts Payable (AP) for clarifications and maintain the Invoice Tracker (Excel) by reviewing and updating entries.
Report any issues or required interventions to the Supply Chain Supervisor.
Compile and maintain receiving records in JDE.
Coordinate with Buyers and Project Controls to confirm cost codes are accurate.
Preparation, issuance and administration of low dollar purchase orders and change orders through to follow-up of transport, logistics, and importation, as applicable.
Follow procurement policies and procedures and ensures compliance with business ethics and conflict-of-interest policies
Support in resolving vendor, subcontractor and supplier disputes including issues with processing of payments
Assist Accounts Payable as required in investigation into disputed invoices or payments
Various special projects or duties as assigned

Requirements

One to two years of relevant work experience in procurement activities in the construction industry, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experiential background

Skills, Competencies, Attributes

Knowledge of and previous work experience in the Rail and Systems market or experience on a large, public infrastructure project an asset
Excellent written, verbal and electronic communication and organizational skills
Extremely accurate data entry and proofreading skills
Demonstrated ability to learn new software programs and maintain records in MS Office Suite
Intermediate skill in Microsoft Excel and Word
Experience with transport and logistics activities
Excellent interpersonal skills
Tactful but assertive, with experience in sourcing and procurement
High degree of professionalism and confidentiality
Must be able to work independently and find solutions
Must be able to work in an open workspace
Must be able to negotiate the terrain of an in-process construction site when required, including steep or slippery terrain, climbing stairs and ladders, use of an aerial lift, and working outdoors in all types of Edmonton weather

DIVERSITY IS IMPORTANT TO US
At Colas, we believe our workforce should reflect the diversity of the communities we connect. By living our core values of Caring, Sharing, and Daring, we welcome all those who help create the links that bring us together. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of age, ethnicity, national origin, religious beliefs, disability, marital or family status, gender, gender identity or expression.

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