Procurement Co-op

Job summary

The Procurement Agent is responsible for sourcing, evaluating, and procuring materials and services for water and wastewater treatment projects. This role involves managing the full procurement lifecycle, from vendor identification and contract negotiation to purchase order management and supplier performance monitoring.

Job details

Company Description Veolia is a global leader in environmental services, operating across all five continents with nearly 218,000 employees. Specializing in water, energy, and waste management, Veolia Group designs and implements innovative solutions for decarbonization, depollution, and resource regeneration, supporting communities and industries in their ecological transformation. Within this framework, Veolia's Water Technology Business brings together a dedicated team of experienced professionals committed to tackling the world’s most complex challenges related to water scarcity, quality, productivity, and energy. Together, we pursue a shared mission to create a more sustainable future. Job Description What your day might look like: The Procurement Agent is responsible for sourcing, evaluating, and procuring materials, equipment, and services required for water and wastewater treatment system projects. As part of the Procurement team, you will work with a cross-functional team executing strategic purchasing decisions, meeting supplier quality standards, cost targets, and delivery schedules while ensuring compliance with company standards and regulations. You will manage the complete procurement lifecycle from initial vendor identification through contract negotiation, purchase order management, and supplier relationship development. Key Responsibilities: In this role, your responsibilities will include (but are not limited to): Identifying, evaluating, and qualifying potential suppliers and vendors for project materials and equipment including pumps, blowers, valves, tanks, instrumentation, and fabrication services Preparing and issuing requests for quotations (RFQs) and analyzing bids to ensure competitive pricing and value Negotiating contracts and purchase agreements with suppliers to achieve optimal cost, quality, and delivery terms Creating and managing purchase orders, ensuring accuracy of specifications, quantities, pricing, and delivery schedules Monitoring supplier performance and maintaining vendor scorecards based on quality, delivery, and service metrics Collaborating with Engineers, Project Managers, and Quality Assurance teams to ensure procurement specifications align with project requirements Tracking inventory levels and managing material availability to support project timelines Resolving procurement-related issues including expediting deliveries, managing backorders, and addressing quality concerns Engaging with internal stakeholders (Engineering, Operations, Finance, and Commissioning teams) to facilitate timely and cost-effective procurement decisions Maintaining accurate procurement documentation and records for audit and compliance purposes Qualifications Our Ideal Candidate Rising Junior or Senior pursuing an undergraduate degree in Business Administration/Management, Supply Chain, or Procurement Excellent organizational and communication skills, both written and verbal Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a cross-functional team Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously Preferred: Ability to analyze data and create requested reports (Google Suite Applications) Full-time availability for 16 months starting September 2027 Additional Information Why Veolia? Join a company that values Responsibility, Solidarity, Innovation, Customer Focus, and Respect. You'll have opportunities for comprehensive technical and commercial training, career advancement, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on sustainability and environmental protection. At Veolia, we realize diverse teams make smarter decisions, deliver better results, and build stronger communities. We’re an organization that champions diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We offer challenging and meaningful careers, with competitive benefits and flexible work arrangements. Compensation: The compensation range is tied to the market for similarly bench-marked roles. The range is not an absolute, but a guide, and offers will be based on the individual candidate’s knowledge, skills, experience and market conditions, as well as internal peer equity. Depending upon all the preceding considerations for the final selected individual candidate, the offer may be lower or higher than the stated range: $21.63-$23.69 CAD Artificial Intelligence (AI) Disclosure: We do not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position. Vacancy Status: This posting is for an existing vacancy. ****Candidates must be immediately eligible to work legally in Canada; the employer will not sponsor candidates for a work permit or any other Canadian work authorization for this opportunity. **** Veolia does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiting firms. All vendors must have a current and fully executed MSA on file before submitting candidates. Any unsolicited resumes and candidate profiles will be deemed the property of the company and no fee will be due. As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination. Contract type: Internship

What you’ll do

The Procurement Agent is responsible for sourcing, evaluating, and procuring materials and services for water and wastewater treatment projects. This role involves managing the full procurement lifecycle, from vendor identification and contract negotiation to purchase order management and supplier performance monitoring.

Requirements

Candidates must be a rising Junior or Senior pursuing an undergraduate degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, or Procurement. Applicants must be legally eligible to work in Canada, as the employer will not provide visa sponsorship.

Benefits

• Technical training
• Commercial training
• Career advancement opportunities

Listed skills

• Procurement · Preferred
• Contract Negotiation · Preferred
• Supply chain management · Preferred
• Data analysis · Preferred
• Reporting · Preferred
• Google Suite · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Project Coordination · Preferred
• Quality assurance · Preferred
• Inventory management · Preferred
• Technical Documentation · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Procurement
• Sourcing
• Contract negotiation
• Vendor management
• Supply chain management
• Data analysis
• Reporting
• Google Suite
• Communication
• Organizational skills
• Project coordination
• Quality assurance
• Inventory management
• Strategic purchasing
• Technical documentation
• Order Management
• Request For Quotation (RFQ)
• Supply Chain
• Decarbonation
• Business Administration Management
• Supplier Quality Management
• Artificial Intelligence
• Auditing
• Customer Service
• Contract Negotiation
• Instrumentation
• Finance
• Innovation
• Waste Management
• Project Management
• Operations
• Order Management Systems
• Valves (Piping)
• Purchasing
• Quality Assurance
• Sewage Treatments
• Supplier Performance Management
• Supplier Relationship Management
• Timelines
• Commissioning
• Google Workspace
• Detail Oriented

Job areas

• Environmental & Sustainability
• Logistics
• Engineering
• Energy
• Administrative
• Procurement Manager
• Procurement Analyst
• Buyers
• Wholesale and Retail Buyers, Except Farm Products
• Buyers and Purchasing Agents

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