Procurement (Buyer) Analyst

Determined. Imaginative. Curious. If these are some of the ways you describe yourself — we want to learn more about you! At TC Energy, we are Energy Problem Solvers — passionate about transitioning North America to cleaner energy while meeting the energy demands of today and tomorrow. If that sounds like a challenge you want to help tackle, we want you to join our team! 

The Opportunity

Develop and implement long-term supply chain strategies and networks that address capacity issues, production location decisions, etc. in support of business growth. Supports business execution of new programs and initiatives that include promotional activities, forecast and coordination for key events, and network redesigns. Monitors key performance indicators, analyzes cost to serve performance data, and coordinates cross-functional work teams to increase effectiveness of supply chain initiatives.  May be responsible for purchasing most items required by the organization.

What you'll do

• Lead the material procurement management of assigned projects, which are of varying levels of complexity

• Conduct bid spreadsheet analyses and commercial evaluations of proposals; Coordinate overall evaluations with project clients.  Uses analysis in negotiations with suppliers 

• Develop, issue, and manage RFPs, RFQ, RFIs, etc.    

• Single point of contact (SPOC) pertaining to purchase orders within area of responsibility  

• Liaise with bidders, suppliers, and other internal stakeholders (supplier qualification, engineering, project team, Legal, Risk, etc.) as required  

• Brings key industry contacts and relationships for suppliers of interstate natural gas pipe, valves, fittings and other key categories  

• Fully understand all terms and conditions of all purchase orders and work within the purchase order terms and conditions in all dealings with the supplier  

• Ensure all relevant information is received to maintain SAP records  

• Ability to understand bill of materials and specifications   

• Leads cross-functional teams  

• Develops and executes savings opportunities, efficiencies and process improvements 

• Interact with high levels of colleagues and management to routinely resolve issues which involve exceptional controversy or have the potential to affect a major business segment

• Develops and presents recommendations to business leaders regarding cost drivers, supplier performance, industry trends, etc. 

• Actively identifies future Supply Chain needs and opportunities based on data, business unit needs and market analysis. 

Minimum Qualifications

• Relevant 4Yr. University degree and a designation in a Supply Chain Management program

• Strategic thinker and team player, with outstanding written and verbal communication skills    

• Five years Procurement experience purchasing natural gas equipment (Pipe, Valves, Fittings, Engineered Equipment, etc.) 

• Knowledge of strategic sourcing and supplier relationship management   

• Technical & commercial experience in materials and services with emphasis on midstream operations (e.g. pipe, valve, fittings etc.)

Preferred Qualifications

• Proven experience in developing relationships with a variety of stakeholders     

• Ability to work independently and remotely 

• Leadership skills  

• Demonstrated ability to deliver results and achieve goals     

• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment     

• Experience in conducting RFPs for pipeline and facilities construction for natural gas company    

• Able to work under tight deadlines and demonstrates strong time management and priority setting skills. 

To remain competitive, support our high-performance culture and allow for more flexibility in the way we work, we offer a hybrid work model and flexible dress code for our eligible office-based workforce in Canada, the U.S. and Mexico. #LI-Hybrid   

About our business

TC Energy is a leading energy infrastructure company in North America. We have three complementary businesses of natural gas pipelines, liquids (oil) pipelines, and power generation. Our operations span three countries, seven Canadian provinces, and 34 U.S. states. 

TC Energy is an equal opportunity employer.

Learn more

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Thank you for choosing TC Energy in your career search.

* Depending on qualifications, the successful candidate may be offered a position at a more appropriate level and/or ladder.

* Applicants must have legal authorization to work in the country in which the position is based with no restrictions.

* All positions require background screening. Some require criminal and/or credit checks to comply with regulations.

* TC Energy is committed to provide employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available on request during the recruitment process. Applicants with disabilities can request accessible formats or communication supports by contacting [email protected].