Co-op, Supply Chain Management - Toronto, Canada - Aecon Group

Aecon Group

Verified Company

Toronto, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Come Build Your Career at Aecon

As a Canadian leader in infrastructure development, Aecon is safely and sustainably building what matters for future generations to thrive We lead some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of our generation, at the forefront of transformational change in transportation and energy, and partnering every day to build, connect, power, and strengthen our communities.

At Aecon, you can count on:

Safety Always. Our number one core value. If we can't do it safely, we don't do it at all.

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Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
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Accountability. We're passionate about delivering on our commitments.
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Inclusion. We provide equitable opportunities for everyone.

We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. So, we invest in our people, just like they invest in us

At Aecon we:

Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to
support your mental, emotional, and physical wellbeing

Believe in helping you build your career through our
Aecon University and Leadership Programs

Are committed to supporting and investing in inclusive work environments, through initiatives like Equity, Diversity & Inclusion training, our
Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs, and our
Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to ensure we are building inclusion into every aspect of our culture at Aecon.
Are a
leader in sustainable construction. With a strong commitment to operating responsibly by
minimizing our impact on the environment and surrounding communities.

Our business success relies on strong execution and continuous improvement - driven by the diversity, expertise and teamwork of our people.

We're always searching the globe for innovative, collaborative minds to join our best-in-class Aecon community

What is the Opportuntity
This will be a 4 month COOP term for students in a Supply Change Management Program.

What You'll Do

Understand how purchasing can enhance the enterprise, supply chain and competitive strategy.
Develop detailed plans to optimize the delivery of equipment, materials, supplies and services for quality, cost, and schedule.
Clearly understand the variables that drive cost and develop strategies to eliminate waste.
Prepare and issue RFX documents to qualified vendors (request for quotes, information, proposals, etc. )
Negotiate and/or aid with the negotiation of best price, delivery, terms of payment and purchase conditions, tax exemptions, price escalation, and other factors impacting the total cost of procured items or services.
Collaborate with Aecon's Operations personnel and supporting regional offices in obtaining materials required as needed.
Support IS with the purchase of Software & Hardware.
Management of Daily IS Tickets for End Users
Logistics management including expediting for critical site deliveries.
Analyze internal thirdparty agreements.
Manage the lifecycle of purchase order activity.
Participate in the evaluation of suppliers across all pertinent vectors of supplier performance.
Clearly understand problem solving methodology to drive issues to root cause and appropriate corrective action.
Understand and adhere to all of Aecon's polices, particularly to the procurement and safety policies.
Maintain high data integrity when inputting records in the company's database systems.
Provide reporting and analysis on procurement activities, variances, and impacts.
Facilitate the implementation of business specific contracts for services and/or materials.

What You Will Bring to the Team

Knowledge of purchasing principles, techniques, practices, and ethics
Knowledge of fundamentals of contract law, negotiating business agreements, and laws of requesting tenders, proposals, and quotations
Proven organizational skills and ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines and handle multiple tasks within a fastpaced work environment.
Ability to work effectively within a team environment and be service oriented.
Ability to build positive working relationships with professionals within industry and internal clients.
Strong negotiation skills
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Solid research skills and commitment to continually learn about new products.
Attention to detail, mathematical and analytical skills.
Proficiency using Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
Strong interpersonal skills are essential.
Knowledge of SAP planning system would be an asset.
Strong technical aptitude
Systems proficiency (Excel, any ERP) if they know these you can omit the others.
High numerical and analytical competency
Strong communication and presentation skills
Clear understanding of process thinking
Nearly an obsessive inclination to maintain order.