Buyer

Department: Procurement Operations
Position covered by the Collective Agreement with USW Local 4120

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General Purpose: Under the supervision of the Manager, Purchasing Services, the Buyer is responsible for conducting purchasing activities in an ethical, accountable, and transparent manner while maintaining good vendor relations and upholding the University’s reputation as fair to all potential suppliers. University policies, departmental guidelines, legislative requirements, and established purchasing practices are incorporated into day‑to‑day work, in addition to meeting departmental objectives for good value and timely service. Purchasing Services is a fast‑paced environment, requiring the ability to manage a dynamic and changing workload.

Responsibilities

• The Buyer will issue, modify, or cancel purchase orders as required.
• Assist clients with obtaining quotes and confirming specifications with suppliers.
• Complete purchasing activities within a stated threshold in an ethical and accountable manner.
• Evaluate quotes by investigating price discrepancies and making corrections as needed. This also involves identifying when purchases should be made through preferred suppliers.
• Responsible for reporting activities that support opportunities for efficiencies and continuous improvement.
• Will be responsible for problem resolution, working to escalate issues to the Purchasing Manager when needed.
• Providing guidance on purchasing processes to stakeholders.

Requirements

• Post Secondary 2-year diploma in Purchasing, Business Accounting or related field. A combination of education and experience may be considered for this role. 
• 2 years experience as a buyer for non-profit or profit organization. Public Sector experience an asset for the position. 
• Understanding of purchasing and related finance principles and procure-to-pay business processes.
• Familiarity with public sector purchasing related policies, directives and legislative requirements.
• Excellent Microsoft office skills and communication skills.
• Working knowledge of finance ERP systems; experience with Oracle is an asset. 
• Experience working with payment and services teams. 
• Organizational and planning skills required.

Employee Type: Regular 
Position Number: 10925207 
Classification: USW, Local 4120 Salary: Band 5  
USW Local 4120 Wage Grid

*Tentative evaluation; subject to final review.

At the University of Guelph, fostering a culture of inclusion is an institutional imperative. The University invites and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including from groups that are traditionally underrepresented in employment, who may contribute to further diversification of our Institution.

Posting Date: 02/24/2026  
Closing Date: 03/03/2026