Strategic Buyer II

Company: Finning Canada Number of Openings: 1 Worker Type: Permanent Position Overview: Finning Canada is looking for a permanent, full-time Strategic Buyer II to join our team in either Edmonton or Calgary. In this role, you will be responsible for managing end-to-end procurement activities, including strategic sourcing, purchasing, purchase order management, and expediting, to ensure the timely delivery of goods and services in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. As a key partner to the business, you will help support operational reliability by optimizing supplier performance, improving lead times, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and driving procurement excellence through effective use of ERP systems, standardized processes, and strong cross-functional collaboration. If you are a proactive procurement professional who enjoys building supplier relationships, solving complex challenges, and delivering business value, we encourage you to apply today. Job Description: Major Job Responsibilities: Procure goods/services from preferred suppliers to fulfill customer demand as well as business needs (Indirect and Direct spend) Expedite emergency orders to achieve the highest reasonable level of service appropriate to the need, while considering vendor cut-off times, transportation alternatives, in-transit times, freight rates and vendor policies Follow-up with internal customers and vendors regarding delays, errors, pricing, or quality issues. Support branches and departments to improve knowledge, understanding of processes and procedures in alignment with Procurement policies. Support Buyer IIIs with day-to-day functions Provide back-up support for other team members during vacation, business travel, or high-volume periods. Responsible for consistent adherence to Procurement processes throughout Represent the company in a professional and ethical manner and maintain effective relationships with internal departments, staff, and our vendors, while maintaining proper confidentiality Some travel may be required, dependent on role. Required Skills: SCMP designation or diploma, Business or equivalent experience in a related field an asset Preferred 2 years of procurement experience with a focus on strategic buying. Experience with spend analytics tools and/or e-procurement Experience with Ariba/Sage/DBS/Lawson system/MRP or equivalent ERP system Positive, “can-do” attitude and customer focused approach, able to deal with challenging situations with integrity, empathy and passion. At Finning, we prioritize creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we actively encourage all individuals to express themselves and achieve their full potential. As a company, we continuously strive to enhance our outreach to individuals of all backgrounds and identities. We do not discriminate against applicants based on gender identity, race, national and ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital and family status, and/or mental or physical disabilities. Furthermore, Finning is committed to collaborating with and providing reasonable accommodations /adjustments to individuals with disabilities. If you require an adjustment/accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please inform your recruiter.

The Strategic Buyer II manages end-to-end procurement activities, including strategic sourcing, purchase order management, and expediting to ensure timely delivery of goods and services. They also support operational reliability by optimizing supplier performance, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and maintaining effective relationships with internal departments and vendors.

The role requires approximately 2 years of procurement experience with a focus on strategic buying and proficiency in ERP systems like Ariba, Sage, or Lawson. An SCMP designation or a diploma in Business or a related field is considered an asset.

• Equal opportunity employer • Reasonable accommodations

• ERP systemsPreferred
• ProcurementPreferred
• Cross-Functional CollaborationPreferred

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Strategic sourcing
• Procurement
• Purchase order management
• Expediting
• Supplier relationship management
• Spend analytics
• E-procurement
• ERP systems
• Ariba
• Sage
• DBS
• Lawson
• MRP
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Operational reliability
• Cost-saving
• Order Management
• Empathy
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Ethical Standards And Conduct
• Business Valuation
• Customer Service
• Confidentiality
• Customer Demand Planning
• Disabilities
• Enterprise Resource Planning
• Material Requirements Planning
• Order Management Systems
• Purchasing
• Strategic Sourcing
• Supplier Performance Management
• Supplier Relationship Management
• Prioritization

• Logistics
• Finance & Accounting
• Management & Leadership
• Manufacturing
• Strategic Buyer
• Buyer (General)
• Buyers
• Wholesale and Retail Buyers, Except Farm Products
• Buyers and Purchasing Agents

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

2+ years

Apply by

Sep 21, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week