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Location: Nisku, Alberta
Position: Full time

THE CHALLENGE

The Buyer / Procurement Specialist is responsible for sourcing, purchasing, and managing all Canada-build components required for turbine packaging and assembly. This includes ducts, frames, MCC items, harness hardware, exhaust modules, doors/ladders, hose kits, skids (FG/LH/urea), roof-fire lines, and other critical assemblies. The role requires a deep understanding of the LT16 Bill of Materials (BOM) and S0–S8 kit structure, ensuring timely procurement, delivery risk mitigation, and vendor coordination. The Buyer works closely with Project Managers (PM) and Supplier Quality Engineers (SQE) to maintain production schedules and compliance standards.

WHAT WE'LL OFFER YOU

• Competitive Compensation: A comprehensive package including a competitive salary and company benefits.
• Expert Mentorship: Decades of industry experience to help you grow your technical knowledge.
• Safety-First Culture: A dynamic environment where your commitment to safety is valued and supported.
• Purpose-Driven Work: Join a team that lives by core values: Be Great, Be Kind, Stand Out, Have Fun, Give Back, and Together, We Win!

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Proven experience procuring complex build components (ducts, frames, MCC items, skids, exhaust modules, doors, ladders, hose kits, and related systems).
• Strong supplier management skills, including relationship building, contract negotiation, and pricing optimization.
• Ability to interpret and manage BOMs and kit structures to support accurate procurement planning.
• Hands-on experience managing supplier lead times, expediting orders, and mitigating delivery risks.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate with vendors, logistics partners, and quality teams to resolve issues and meet schedules.
• Cross‑functional collaboration skills with project management, engineering, production, and supplier quality teams.
• High attention to detail in maintaining purchase orders, certifications, and compliance documentation.
• Data-driven mindset with experience preparing procurement reports, KPIs, and status updates.
• Continuous improvement focus, with a track record of reducing costs, improving supplier performance, and strengthening procurement processes.
• Deliver the X-FACTOR experience through excellence, expertise and extraordinary service

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or a related field (advanced degree a plus).
• 5+ years of procurement or buying experience within industrial manufacturing, power generation, or heavy equipment environments.
• Strong experience managing complex BOMs and kit‑based assembly structures.
• Proven track record in vendor negotiation, expediting, and delivery risk management.
• Professional certifications such as CPSM or CPP strongly preferred; APICS CPIM/CSCP, Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, or international trade certifications are a plus.
• Familiarity with LT16 BOMs and S0–S8 kit structures preferred.
• Experience working with Canadian suppliers and cross‑border logistics is highly desirable.
• Hands‑on experience with ERP systems, ideally Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central.

The ideal candidate would have experience or training with, but not limited to the procurement of:

• Solar Turbines
• Baker Hughes Turbines
• GE Turbines
• Siemens Turbines
• H2S Alive
• First Aid
• Fall Protection
• WHMIS

And while we're thinking about it...

• Exceptional analytical, time management, and organizational skills
• Sound judgment, strong critical thinking, and decision-making skills
• Strong attention to detail and highly accurate with proven capabilities
• Proven ability to lead, take initiative, and work independently
• Must be able to problem-solve, troubleshoot, and adapt to the needs of a task
• Ability to travel within Canada and USA; must have a valid class 5 driver's license and passport

PHYSICAL & SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

• Participate in pre-employment, pre-access, post-incident, and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing. This position is considered safety sensitive.
• Understand and comply with the X-Group’s safety policies, safe work practices, procedures, and rules.
• Wear required safety equipment and personal protective devices, including clothing mandated by legislation and the employer.
• Ensure the worksite is free of hazards that could cause slips, trips, or falls.
• Notify supervisors of any unsafe conditions or acts that may endanger workers.
• Report all accidents and injuries to supervisors as soon as possible.
• Take every reasonable precaution to protect the safety of other workers and oneself.
• Lift up to 100lbs occasionally.
• Maintain a valid Driver’s License and a clean driver's abstract.
• Maintain a clean criminal background check.

ABOUT TURBINE-X & THE X-GROUP

"Modular power to give back with endless energy."

The X-Group of Companies is the world’s leading provider of cross-platform solutions for evolving power systems. Unlike traditional providers, we are vendor-neutral, optimizing for our clients' needs, budgets, and ESG goals. Whether it's concept or completion for rotating equipment, we solve for X.

HOW TO APPLY

We want to get to know you! If you take pride in your work and value learning, growth, and excellence, you belong here. Apply today.

• Online: Apply via Indeed.ca
• Email: Send your resume to careers@x-group.com (Please indicate "Buyer/Procurement Specialist - Nisku, AB" in the subject line).

X-Group is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.