Associate Procurement Specialist, Local 28 - Halifax, Canada - Irving Shipbuilding

Irving Shipbuilding

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Halifax, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Description

Located at 3099 Barrington Street in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada, B3K 5M7, and 35 Micmac Boulevard, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada, B3A 4Y8, Irving Shipbuilding is proud to be Canada's National Shipbuilder. Over the next 30 years, our shipbuilders will construct 20+ modern patrol ships and surface combatants for the Royal Canadian Navy as part of the largest defence procurement project in Canadian history.

We have built more than 80% of Canada's current combatant fleet and continue to perform maintenance and modernization work on these vessels. We are committed to building the best ships, with the best workforce in the best facilities. By joining our team of more than 2,300 shipbuilders, you can enjoy a dynamic, diverse, and family-friendly career with a company dedicated to your success, learning, health, wellness, and safety.

At Irving Shipbuilding, we're making history - why not make it with us? Learn more about careers at Irving Shipbuilding*.**Irving Shipbuilding Inc. is seeking an
Associate Procurement Specialist, Local 28

Qualifications:

Education: Post-Secondary Education preferrable a bachelor's Business Administration
Experience: 02 years of relevant work experience
Previous exposure to market analytics and insights
Demonstrated organizational and time management skills.
Strong sense of urgency to complete tasks
Strong analytical skills
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
High attention to detail
Fluency in Microsoft Office
All successful applicants must meet requirements for Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP), Canadian Government Security clearance, and U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)._

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and improve supplier quality, cost, and delivery performance.
Issue Purchase Orders for material
Expedite Materials
Invoicing activities
Execution of negotiated contract through Irving Shipbuilding's ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) & MRP (Material Resource Planning) systems.
Analyze market conditions (ex: pricing, availability, leadtime, and capacity)
Undertake cost analysis for direct material and services.

What We Offer:

Irving Shipbuilding is proud to offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including but not limited to:

A flexible medical, dental, and vision plan
Employee & Family Assistance Programs
RRSP matching program
Health & Wellness reimbursements
Opportunities to take part in job related training and development.
Growth and progression opportunities within Irving Shipbuilding and the larger network of the JD Irving group of companies
Relocation costs (if eligible)

Please be advised that some positions within our business have been designated as 'Safety Sensitive' where the employee holding the position has a heightened responsibility for his/her own safety or the safety of others due to the nature of the job.

If this is the case, you will be informed in the interview process.

Irving Shipbuilding Inc. is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in its employment practices and to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment for all employees._

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies, and we are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
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