Procurement Analyst

About the Company

VCNA St Marys is part of Votorantim Cimentos North America (VCNA), the North American operations of Votorantim Cimentos, a global leader in building materials and sustainability solutions operating in 11 countries. We provide cement, ready-mix concrete, and aggregates, contributing to infrastructure projects such as homes, highways, hospitals, buildings, bridges, and schools across the Canadian and U.S. Great Lakes region and Northeast United States. Our culture emphasizes solid partnerships, long-lasting relationships, and opportunities for learning and growth within a diverse and dynamic environment.

About the Role

This role supports the procurement area with administrative tasks, working closely with procurement and operations teams to facilitate communication with vendors and accounts payable.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase orders via procurement systems (Coupa and SAP), manage inquiries, expediting, and status reviews.
• Collaborate with the AP department to ensure vendors receive timely payments within payment terms.
• Support the maintenance of departmental Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Prepare and coordinate all aspects of the bidding process for RFs (Request for Proposal, Request for Information, Request for Quote).
• Ensure vendor communication and performance adhere to operations requirements.
• Support the development and maintenance of procurement processes and procedures among stakeholders (Operations, Procurement, and Accounts Payable).
• Manage and support regulatory and compliance requirements (e.g., Spend Analysis, Client Relationships, and Supplier Performance).
• Manage reporting of Procurement performance metrics.
• Reconcile invoices to purchase orders to ensure correct pricing and quantity.
• Proactively communicate with staff and suppliers regarding agreements, POs, ordering, pricing, service level compliance, product availability, policy/guidelines, and resolving purchasing issues.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from an accredited college or university and/or three to five years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, and Word).
• Knowledge of Supply Chain Management, Negotiation, Cost Analysis, Vendor Relationships, accounting terms and concepts, and maintenance operations.
• Understanding of the concrete/construction industry is preferred.
• Awareness of procurement processes, accounts payable, and receiving functions is preferred.

Skills

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Flexible and adaptable team player with a service-oriented mindset.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Superior organizational and analytical abilities.

Benefits

• Opportunities to collaborate with global teams and growth in different areas.
• Training and professional development.
• Access to Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), including SheBuilds, which fosters mentorship, leadership development, and community support for women at VCNA.
• Tuition reimbursement/assistance.
• Competitive wages, vacation, and holiday time.
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• RRSP and DC (Canada) and 401K (U.S.) retirement plans.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): confidential support for employees and their families.
• Educational scholarship program for dependents of regular salaried employees.
• Fertility drug coverage.
• Paid Maternity Leave Top Up.
• Hybrid work model for certain positions.

Pay

Salary Range: $70,000 - $78,000

About Our People

At VCNA, we prioritize safety, health, and wellness for all employees, neighbors, and customers. Our culture, "The VC Way," is built on ethical and respectful behavior, working together with excellence, and thriving with the courage to transform. We value diversity and inclusion, fostering a workplace where everyone can express their individuality and be their best selves.