Job Description
Buyer 2, DZCC
Job Location:  Tiverton, Ontario N0G 2T0
Teams:  Supply Chain
Req Id:  3320
Posting Start Date:  4/9/26
Job Type:  Contract
Work Type:  Onsite
Job Description: 

Job Summary

Under general supervision, the Buyer II participates in the entire procurement life cycle including, but not limited to, procurement planning, requests for quotation, bid evaluations, negotiations supplier selection, expediting and other related procurement activities. Responsible for the procurement of equipment, materials and services for various projects. Possesses strong knowledge of electrical / mechanical codes and standards to perform tasks that may impact Health & Safety and Quality in the workplace. This is a hybrid role. 

Responsibilities

  • Performs aspects of standard procurement responsibilities; including, review of customer contracts to identify quality and regulatory requirements relating to the procured products and services, preparation and review of purchase requisitions, and preparation and review of purchase orders to ensure customer and project quality and regulatory requirements are imposed on the supplier, analyzes proposals from suppliers, and arranges and expedites timely delivery of materials and services. Reviews and quantifies DBOMs from RFPs. 
  • Identifies potential suppliers, obtains quotes, verifies supplier capabilities. Presents recommendations to lead/management for review and approval. 
  • Communicates with the Contracts & Procurement Manager and project stakeholders when potential problems surface, to keep project leaders informed on possible changes to scheduled dates and/or deliverables. 
  • Develops and maintains supplier relationships; negotiates for the best possible pricing, quality and service. 
  • Communicates with supplier on non-conformance issues, escalates issues to the Contracts and Procurement Manager as needed. 
  • Provides support through the procurement process to the Buyer I.

KSAs (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

  • Effective interpersonal skills; able to interact positively with all levels inside and outside the organization
  • Excellent skills utilizing Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
  • Strong organizational, analytical, and time management skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to negotiate effectively
  • Strong knowledge of electrical / mechanical codes and standards, including ISO, N299, N285

Minimum Qualifications

  • Post-secondary education in Supply Chain Management, Purchasing, or equivalent required from a respectable institute Required
  • 3+ years 3-5 years of related procurement experience, with experience in the nuclear and/or construction sectors Preferred
  • Experience in SAP Preferred

Notices to Applicants
For California applicants, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. All of the material job duties described in this posting are job duties for which a criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Diversity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity
Day & Zimmermann is committed to maintaining an inclusive workforce, where employees are hired, retained, compensated and promoted based on their contributions to our Company. Our collective strength is rooted in over a century of diverse employees and businesses, commitment to success, and delivery on promises made. Federal and state Equal Employment Opportunity laws prohibit employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status and disability status. Day & Zimmermann is committed to providing an equal opportunity work environment in full compliance with these laws. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation in the application process, please email reasonableaccommodation@dayzim.com, and please specify which position you are interested in, including job title and location.