Purchasing Clerk/ Expeditor

Supply Chain Backbone: Your Crucial Role as an Oil Sands Purchasing Clerk / Expeditor

In the massive-scale operations of the Fort McMurray Oil Sands, ensuring the right materials arrive on time, every time, is paramount. As a Purchasing Clerk / Expeditor, you are the critical link in the supply chain, facilitating the efficient procurement and timely delivery of essential goods and services. If you have a knack for organization, a sharp eye for detail, and thrive on ensuring projects stay on schedule, FORT MCMURRAY LABOR SOURCE is your direct connection to pivotal opportunities in this dynamic sector.

Key Responsibilities & Contribution to Project Flow

Your meticulous work ensures that operations run smoothly and projects meet their deadlines. Typical duties for an Oil Sands Purchasing Clerk / Expeditor include:

• Purchase Order Processing: Accurately process purchase requisitions and convert them into clear, precise purchase orders, ensuring all details and specifications are correct.
• Vendor & Supplier Liaison: Act as a primary contact with vendors and suppliers to track order status, confirm delivery schedules, and proactively expedite critical materials to prevent delays.
• Material Coordination: Monitor inventory levels and collaborate closely with various departments (e.g., maintenance, operations, construction) to anticipate and fulfill material needs.
• Record Keeping & Compliance: Maintain comprehensive and organized purchasing records, including vendor information, pricing agreements, order histories, and delivery confirmations, ensuring audit readiness.
• Discrepancy Resolution: Promptly investigate and resolve any discrepancies related to orders, invoices, quality, or deliveries, working collaboratively with suppliers and internal teams.
• Procurement Support: Assist in vendor selection processes, obtaining quotes, and comparing bids to ensure cost-effectiveness and compliance with procurement policies.
• Reporting & Analysis: Prepare and generate various reports related to purchasing activities, expenditure tracking, and delivery performance metrics.
• Policy Adherence: Ensure all purchasing activities strictly adhere to company policies, procedures, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements.

Competitive Compensation & Project Benefits

Oil Sands Purchasing Clerk / Expeditor roles offer highly competitive compensation packages, reflecting your vital contribution to project efficiency and cost control. You can expect:

• Industry-Leading Hourly Rates: Remuneration that aligns with the specialized nature of your supply chain expertise in a high-demand environment.
• Potential for Overtime: Opportunities for significant additional earning potential, especially during peak project phases or critical delivery windows.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Access to robust benefits packages, often including health, dental, vision, and retirement savings plans.
• Attractive FIFO/Camp Options: For many site-based roles, appealing Fly-In/Fly-Out (FIFO) options from major hubs or generous camp accommodations/living allowances may be available, enhancing your earning potential and providing support for working away from home.

Who We're Looking For: Your Essential Qualifications

To thrive as a Purchasing Clerk / Expeditor in the Oil Sands, you'll need a strong foundation in procurement, sharp organizational skills, and a proactive approach:

• Proven Experience: Minimum 2-3 years of dedicated experience in a Purchasing, Procurement, Expediting, or Supply Chain administrative role, preferably within a project, construction, or heavy industrial setting.
• System Proficiency: Demonstrated proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, JD Edwards, Oracle) and specialized purchasing or inventory management software is a strong asset.
• Organizational & Detail-Oriented: Exceptional organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail and accuracy in data entry, record keeping, and order processing.
• Communication & Negotiation: Excellent verbal and written communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills for effective interaction with vendors, suppliers, and diverse internal teams.
• Adaptability: Ability to manage multiple tasks, priorities, and deadlines effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure, and often dynamic supply chain environment.
• Software Skills: Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) is essential, with advanced Excel skills being particularly valuable for reporting and data analysis.
• Supply Chain Knowledge: Solid understanding of purchasing principles, supply chain logistics, and inventory management concepts.
• Education: A post-secondary diploma or certificate in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field is highly preferred.
• Safety Awareness: While primarily administrative, an understanding of site safety protocols and relevant certifications (e.g., CSTS) may be required for specific site-based positions.