Associate Buyer

As an Associate Buyer, you will support procurement activities by managing requisitions, purchase orders, and supplier relationships. Your goal will be to ensure the timely and cost-effective procurement of goods and services while supporting the procure-to-pay process. Your success will be demonstrated through accurate order management, strong supplier performance, and timely resolution of procurement and invoicing issues.

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity with Irving Oil, please apply by August 16, 2026. 

What We Offer:  

• Work Environment – Work onsite and grow within Canada’s largest Refinery, with strong safety culture, access to a fitness facility, an onsite medical team, and a café
• Competitive Compensation – Including an annual bonus plan, and pension plan 
• Flexible Benefits Plan – In effect from day one and offers three levels of coverage to select from to meet your unique, personal needs 
• Paid Vacation – Plus an annual option to purchase additional vacation, too 
• Wellness Support – With an annual wellness allowance, paid personal care days and a 24/7 Employee & Family Assistance Program 
• Opportunity to give back to some amazing causes in our community – Choose when and where to make an impact with a paid volunteer day, company volunteer opportunities, and a donation matching program 

Your Responsibilities:  

• Understand business requirements and effectively manage the procure to pay process by daily review of requisitions for procurement of goods and/or services
• Negotiate payment terms, purchase order terms and conditions (<$50K) with guidance from more experienced Buyers
• Issue purchase orders and gain appropriate approval
• Follow through with supplier/contractors to ensure purchase order commitments are acknowledged
• Expedite deliveries of materials as per required at site dates
• Resolve any invoice holds/errors to ensure payment to suppliers
• Manage timely closure of Purchase Orders (POs) to mitigate risk

Your Skills: 

• Ability to work independently or within a team, including other teams within the Irving Oil organization
• Effective oral/written communication skills are essential
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite programs
• Effective time management and planning is critical for this role
• Work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Collaborative, strong prioritization and organization skills

Your Experience:

• University Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration/Commerce. New graduates are encouraged to apply
• Experience with Procure to Pay procedures, sourcing, and negotiation
• Familiar with basic principles of Contract Management
• Experience with various ERP and MRPs
• Experience with Oracle EBS and SAGE is asset

The expected salary range for this position is $55,223 - $73,170. Placement within the range will be based on relevant experience, qualifications and skills.

Irving Oil is committed to supporting a diverse and inclusive work environment. We thrive on the good energy that’s created when our people from different backgrounds, identities, cultures and experiences share their unique perspectives. Diversity is key to our success and inclusion is everyone’s responsibility.​

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