Procurement Agent

Description:

The Procurement Agent supports purchasing activities for site-level teams to ensure materials are sourced efficiently, cost-effectively, and within established timelines. This role requires strong relationship-building and negotiation skills to maintain supplier partnerships and keep projects moving smoothly.

Why This Role Matters to Modern Niagara

Procurement Agents play a key role in ensuring timely delivery of materials and cost control, which directly impacts project success and client satisfaction. Their strategic approach to sourcing supports operational excellence and strengthens vendor relationships.

Key Impact / Purpose
 

• Source and purchase materials to keep projects on schedule.
• Maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure quality and reliability.
• Optimize inventory and purchasing processes for cost-effectiveness.
   

Duties and Responsibilities:
 

• Source and purchase materials for field foremen.
• Review, maintain, and issue purchase orders to preferred vendors.
• Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers.
• Monitor and recommend appropriate inventory levels for materials and consumables.
• Schedule and expedite material deliveries as required.
• Review vendor invoices against orders to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies.
• Execute material return procedures and secure credits from suppliers.
• Maintain organized purchase order records.
   

Must-haves:
 

• 3+ years of purchasing/procurement experience, ideally in construction or mechanical contracting.
• Strong relationship-building skills with suppliers and vendors.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Effective communication and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Eligible for reliability security clearance.
   

Nice-to-haves:
 

• Knowledge of mechanical systems and construction industry experience.
• Resourceful problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.