P2P Buyer

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The P2P Tactical Buyer is responsible for executing daily purchasing activities to ensure material availability and support uninterrupted manufacturing operations. The role focuses on purchase order management, supplier expediting, delivery performance monitoring, and resolution of operational purchasing issues within the Procure-to-Pay (P2P) process.

Working closely with suppliers and internal stakeholders, the P2P Tactical Buyer proactively identifies supply risks, manages overdue purchase orders, and ensures timely delivery of materials in accordance with production requirements, inventory policies, and procurement procedures.

This position supports ABB Canada's Automation, Measurement & Analytics division and is based in Québec city (3400 Rue Pierre-Ardouin in Quebec, Quebec). The work model is hybrid, with three days per week on site. This position reports to the Supply Chain Manager.

Responsibilities

• Purchase Order Management: Convert approved purchase requisitions into purchase orders in SAP, ensure their accuracy and timely updates, and maintain compliance with established procedures and deadlines.
• Supplier Follow-Up and Delivery Expediting: Follow up with suppliers, expedite overdue or critical orders, and coordinate corrective actions to ensure reliable and timely deliveries.
• Material Availability and Production Continuity: Monitor material requirements, anticipate potential shortages, and prioritize urgent orders in collaboration with planning teams to prevent production disruptions.
• SAP and Master Data Accuracy: Maintain accurate and up-to-date purchase orders, supplier confirmations, and delivery schedules in SAP while ensuring procurement transaction compliance and traceability.
• Invoice Discrepancy Resolution and P2P Process Support: Collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to resolve invoice discrepancies, purchase order and goods receipt issues, and facilitate timely invoice processing.
• Stakeholder Management and Continuous Improvement: Collaborate with internal teams to communicate supply risks, ensure issues are tracked through resolution, and contribute to improvements in procurement processes, SAP data quality, and operational performance.

Qualifications

• Attestation of College Studies (A.E.C.) in Procurement, or Diploma of College Studies (D.E.C.) in Administration or a related field, combined with 1 to 2 years of relevant experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office tools.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred).
• Bilingual (French & English); English required to communicate with global suppliers and stakeholders outside Québec.

Required Competencies

• Strong sense of urgency and ownership.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proactive supplier follow-up and effective communication.
• Strong prioritization and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage a high volume of purchase orders and competing priorities.
• Ability to identify supply risks and escalate issues appropriately.
• Analytical mindset with a focus on data accuracy and operational performance.
• Collaborative approach and customer-service orientation.

This job posting is also available in French under the title [Technicien(ne) en approvisionnement].

Employment Equity & Inclusion Statement (Canada)

ABB values the dedication, commitment, and expertise of all our employees. As an Employment Equity Employer, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We actively support the principles of the Employment Equity Act and strive to build a workforce that reflects Canada’s diversity, including:

• Women
• Indigenous Peoples
• Members of visible minorities
• Persons with disabilities

ABB is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, we encourage you to let us know.