Procurement Clerk
Experience: 1-2 years
$60,000 annually/ 40.00 hours per week
Job Description
Procurement Clerk
Ponoka, AB T4J 1J8
ABOUT SCOVAN
Scovan provides innovative and sustainable solutions for the emerging energy industry, creating long term value for our partners. This means learning from the past, taking advantage of today and being relentless for the future. Our philosophy of delivering high quality products and services is backed by our unique culture. It’s about hard work, disrupting for the better, figuring it out and doing it all with good vibes and great energy.
Scovan is a values driven organization and we work hard to cultivate and grow our unique company culture. Our work environment is fast paced, and high energy balanced with camaraderie, creativity, and empowerment. This fosters a safe learning environment that emphasizes working smart, freedom and accountability, communication, and collaboration. We create outstanding work that is never boring, always innovative and rewarding in every sense of the word.
THE OPPORTUNITY
As a Procurement Clerk, you will play a crucial role in supporting the procurement department's day-to-day operations. You will work closely with procurement managers and vendors to ensure the timely and cost-effective acquisition of goods and services. This position offers an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to contribute to a growing company's success and develop their career in procurement. You will be a valued and integral part of the project team and will work with both, Engineering and Fabrication business units.
The successful candidate will take ownership of the results to work to improve future results. This includes taking initiative, teamwork, seeking excellence, learning from mistakes, innovating, accepting feedback, and problem solving.
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
Procurement
• Coordinate the procurement process, including purchase requisitions, purchase orders, and vendor communication.
• Assist in supplier selection, evaluation, and performance monitoring.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather procurement requirements and specifications.
• Monitor and track order status, ensuring timely delivery and resolving any issues that may arise.
• Assist in the development and implementation of procurement strategies to optimize costs.
• Stay informed about industry trends and best practices in procurement.
• Generate reports and dashboards to provide insights into procurement performance and spending.
• Assist in maintaining accurate procurement records, including purchase orders and vendor contracts.
• Monitor supplier performance and adherence to contract terms.
Expediting/Receiving
• Verify scheduled ship dates and vendor information.
• Work with internal and external stakeholders to coordinate delivery and take necessary action to obtain required materials.
• Issue weekly Expediting Reports for incoming materials.
• Validate and enter receipt of materials and services.
Vendor Invoice Processing
• Validate and process vendor invoices; confirm receipt of equipment or completion of service, paying particular attention to accuracy of cost, cost coding,rates, and adherence to purchase order.
• Confirm purchase order close-out upon final invoice submission.
QUALIFICATIONS
• High school diploma. Post-secondary education is considered an asset.
• 1-2 years of experience in a similar role.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite and data analysis tools.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Eagerness to learn and adapt to new challenges.
• Prior internship or work experience in procurement or supply chain is a plus.
• Solid understanding of procurement principles, strategic sourcing methodologies, and contract management.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in written form.
WHY WORK AT SCOVAN?
• You are looking to have a large impact at a growing company and work with a high-performance team on challenging problems that affect the world we live in.
• Opportunities to Grow & Learn – From career progression opportunities to our Fresh Friday’s, where cross functional teams work on an ideas to drive innovation, Scovan fosters an environment for employees to develop themselves and the company.
• Robust benefits package supplemented with a generous Health Spending Account and a group RRSP matching program.
• Focus on Employee Wellness through our mental health support and onsite gym.
• Competitive compensation
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Appreciate Great Recognition Program
• Flexible Work – Scovan’s hours of work are flexible with the goal of enhancing productivity and energizing our work teams.
WHAT SETS US APART?
• We value high performance, freedom, and responsibility. We are candid and transparent and seek excellence in all that we do.
• We tackle challenging problems that others have not been able to solve. We produce great results, build practical yet innovative solutions, and use data to push the business forward. We connect people with a vision and purpose.
There is no better time to become a part of the New Energy at Scovan. We continue to revolutionize our approach to projects, engineering, and design –diversifying our reach to become the Canadian leader for the emerging energy industry.
The above description is not a comprehensive list of all activities, duties or responsibilities of the role, responsibilities and duties may be assigned or adjusted at any time with or without notice.
Scovan Inc. supports an inclusive and diverse workforce. Scovan values and respects the diversity of our team, and we work to create opportunity for each team member to reach their full potential.