Junior Buyer at Nabors Industries

Date: 8 hours ago
City: St. John's, NL
Contract type: Full time

The Junior Buyer takes total ownership for all aspects of procuring goods and services in support of the division with a constant focus on promoting safety, minimizing risk, and reducing cost. This includes ensuring compliance with applicable Company standards, contract obligations, and regulations.

  • Diploma or degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Commerce, or related field.
  • 1-3 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, supply chain, or a related business function.
  • Experience in offshore oil and gas, marine, industrial, or other heavy-industry operations is considered an asset.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and ERP/procurement systems; SAP experience is preferred.
  • Knowledge of procurement and sourcing practices, supplier management, contract administration, and negotiation principles.
  • Understanding relevant regulatory and contractual requirements, including the Atlantic Accord, Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), and other applicable laws and regulations.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills with internal stakeholders and suppliers.
  • Experience working in a regulated, contract-driven environment is preferred.
  • Familiarity with applicable regulations, contractual requirements, and industry standards.
  • Understanding of domestic and international procurement processes, including import/export considerations, is an asset.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to build effective working relationships with internal stakeholders and suppliers while maintaining a high standard of professionalism, integrity, and compliance. This is a 1 year contract position.
  • Adheres to and promotes continuous improvement of procurement standards, processes, and procedures to support safe, efficient, and cost-effective operations.
  • Collaborates with operational, regional, and corporate stakeholders to identify procurement requirements and ensure the timely acquisition of goods and services.
  • Sources, evaluates, qualifies, and engages suppliers in accordance with company standards, client requirements, contractual obligations, and applicable laws and regulations, including Atlantic Accord requirements where applicable.
  • Obtains, evaluates, and negotiates quotations and commercial terms to achieve best value while balancing cost, quality, schedule, and risk considerations.
  • Prepares, issues, and administers purchase orders and related procurement documentation for materials, equipment, and services.
  • Coordinates and monitors procurement activities throughout the purchasing lifecycle, including order tracking, expediting, supplier follow-up, and issue resolution to support operational requirements.
  • Reviews contracts, commercial agreements, and procurement documentation to ensure compliance with company standards and protection of company interests.
  • Supports the timely review, execution, and administration of contracts and other commercial agreements.
  • Maintains accurate procurement records and data within company systems and ensures documentation is complete, audit-ready, and retained in accordance with company requirements.
  • Utilizes ERP and procurement systems to support sourcing, purchasing, reporting, and supplier management activities.
  • Coordinates domestic and international procurement activities, including support for cross-border sourcing, logistics, import/export requirements, and customs documentation, as applicable.
  • Monitors supplier performance and works with internal stakeholders and suppliers to address quality, delivery, commercial, and compliance-related issues.
  • Ensures compliance with company policies, client requirements, contractual obligations, applicable laws and regulations, and ethical business practices, including anti-corruption and conflict of interest requirements.
  • Ensure suppliers are sources, evaluated, and engaged in accordance with company standards
  • Identifies opportunities for cost savings, process improvements, supplier performance enhancements, and risk mitigation.
  • Performs other duties, responsibilities, and special projects as assigned.

Nabors is a leading provider of advanced technology for the energy industry. With operations in about 20 countries, Nabors has established a global network of people, technology and equipment to deploy solutions that deliver safe, efficient and responsible hydrocarbon production. By leveraging its core competencies, particularly in drilling, engineering, automation, data science and manufacturing, Nabors aims to innovate the future of energy and enable the transition to a lower carbon world.

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