Strategic Buyer

At Northland, we’re enablers of change, united by our journey to transform the energy sector into the foundation for a sustainable future.

Since our inception, we’ve been early movers in the energy industry, adopting new initiatives that pave the way for communities across the globe and helping forge their path towards a carbon-neutral landscape.

We’re a different kind of independent power producer. As developers, owners and operators who are at the forefront of the energy transition, we’re uniquely positioned to leave a lasting impact in the regions where we operate. We’ve expanded our business across Canada, the United States, Latin America, Europe and Asia to become a global leader, all by bringing together industry experts to find solutions with an entrepreneurial mindset.

While our work powers communities across the globe, Northland is powered by our people.

As a strategic buyer, you are responsible for developing a consumables, spare parts and supplier strategy, carrying out tenders, negotiating contracts and orders. You will also manage and coordinate the procurement interface management and the purchasing team at our location in Norddeich.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading procurement interface management between all relevant departments such as service organizations, warehouse, engineering, purchasing and legal departments
• Technical and organizational management of the purchasing team in Norddeich, including task distribution and tracking
• Conducting market analyzes for various materials, spare parts and services
• Development of a consumables and spare parts strategy
• Development of new suppliers and systematic supplier development
• Organizing and conducting supplier assessments and audits
• Manage the preparation and evaluation of tenders, negotiation of contracts, commissioning, tracking of order status and delivery dates
• Support in inventory planning, execution and the creation of the associated reports
• General support on process and cost optimization projects in collaboration with O&M Hub Support and Senior O&M Manager
• Further development and implementation of purchasing strategies
• Active participation in the further development of a new ERP/CMMS system as well as Workday or other purchasing software

Who You Are

• Methodical and organized: You work methodically by nature and enjoy the opportunity to add structure and order to your work. This will help you manage the competing priorities you will be managing.
• Cooperative: You build relationships easily and enjoy working as a team to get things done
• Hardworking: Attention to detail ensures that project documentation is accurate and that you reach out to others as needed to ensure outstanding information or actions are completed.
• Independent: You are an independent thinker and set your own timelines and milestones to ensure you achieve your goals. You know when to ask for help and are happy to do so.
• Flexible: You have flexibility in your working style and working hours because you will work with colleagues in other countries
• Pragmatic: You are practical and love to focus on details.

Qualifications and Experience

• University degree in business administration, industrial engineering or comparable commercial training
• Good knowledge of English
• Advanced MS Office knowledge
• Good knowledge of using common ERP/CMMS systems
• Strong organizational and planning skills
• Good commercial and technical understanding
• Methodical and structured way of working, but with a hands-on mentality
• Excellent negotiation and persuasive skills, both in individual and group situations
• Experience applying organizational standards in request development

What’s In It for You

• Thoughtful benefits – Pension, paid parental leave; childcare allowance, and a contribution towards your transportation to and from the office are just some of the benefits you’ll have access to.
• Wellbeing first – Staying true to our taking care of ourselves and each other value, you will have access to our global Wellness Program and Employee Assistance Program, including access to mental health resources and a fitness program.
• Birthdays off – You will get your birthday off work so you can celebrate however you choose. This is a paid day off to do what is important to you!

We hire talented and passionate people from different backgrounds. If you’re excited about a role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with this job description, we still encourage you to apply. Learn more about our diversity, inclusion and belonging commitments.

Disclaimer

This document is a guide. The duties, responsibilities, and requirements of the jobs as described herein are not inclusive and are subject to change.

Northland Power is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to creating a fair, inclusive and accessible environment. As part of our commitment we work to ensure our application process is accessible to all candidates. If you require special assistance or accommodation during the hiring process, please notify a member of the HR Department.