Who we are. Mercer Peace River Pulp is an integral part of the Canadian forest products industry, providing the northwest Alberta region with approximately 300 jobs while sustainably managing the forests. A career at Mercer Peace River offers an opportunity for growth, meaningful work, and a collaborative learning environment. Throughout your career, you will be supported by a team of skilled professionals and provided a self‐motivating environment to make your goals achievable. At Mercer: One Team ‐ One Goal.

What we believe. We believe that a culture of diversity and inclusion is critical in making the best decisions for our people and achieving sustainable business success. Together, we encourage, support, and celebrate the diverse voices of our team members. We strive to provide an inclusive culture by fostering an environment of mutual respect and fairness and providing opportunities to contribute and grow.

Our Acknowledgment. We acknowledge that Mercer Peace River is situated in the traditional and ancestral territory of Treaty 8. This land has been, and will continue to be, home to many diverse First Nations, Metis and Inuit people. We recognize and value the skills and knowledge of the Indigenous peoples of our area and we work to ensure they have equitable access to jobs, training and educational opportunities with Mercer Peace River.

The role. Mercer Peace River is seeking a full-time, temporary Procurement Specialist within the Business Services Department. This role ensures the most favourable vendor pricing and payment terms are consistent with acceptable quality and availability when procuring all materials and services for all mill operations. The term of this position will extend until May 31, 2025, with the possibility of extension.

Role and Responsibilities

• Provide solutions and support to operations regarding quality, quantity, price, and delivery of products.
• Work closely with suppliers to build mutually beneficial relationships and ensure the product is up to the highest standards.
• Staying informed of market fluctuations and adjusting strategy as necessary.
• Identify opportunities and implement actions to achieve efficiencies.
• Source and negotiate with vendors for materials, equipment, and services.
• Review planned orders and manage the approval process.
• Transmit and prioritize purchase orders and supporting documents to suppliers.
• Prepare and communicate shortages and backlog reports and provide visibility of potential interruptions.
• Track orders and confirm system lead times, delivery dates, and costs.
• Ensure orders adhere to supplier agreements and contacts.
• Investigate and resolve invoice pricing variances from purchase orders and amend where necessary.  
• Additional duties, as required.

Qualifications and Experience

• Completed Diploma or Degree in Business, Management, or a similar field.
• 3 to 5 years of purchasing experience is preferred, with more considered an asset.
• A Certificate in Supply Management (SMT) or Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) designation would be considered an asset.
• Good leadership and a team approach to business dealings.
• Demonstrated experience in negotiating and vendor management.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal), as well as facilitation, analytical, and problem-solving skills, are required.
• Experience in an industrial maintenance/production setting is preferred.
• Fosters a sense of urgency and prioritizes time appropriately to complete assigned tasks.
• Strong computer skills, proficient in Google G-suite, specifically Google Sheets and Google Docs.

Featured Benefits of Working with Us

• We like to provide you with ample time to enjoy your life. This role works four 10‐hour days a week (i.e. Monday ‐ Thursday) from 7:00 a.m. ‐ 5:00 p.m. This means you will enjoy a 3‐day weekend.