Sahib Bansal
Calgary
Summary
Experienced buyer with a strong track record in procurement and supply chain management. Proven ability to strategically source, utilize contracts, and optimize vendor relationships resulting in cost savings and operational efficiency. Highly skilled in problem solving and effective supplier evaluation, committed to driving procurement excellence and contributing to organizational success. Considered a valuable asset to any team.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Buyer PDC
Enbridge
11.2023 - Current
- Reviewed and processed purchase requisitions for goods/services, ensuring the correct utilization of the appropriate Service Agreement Terms and Conditions based on the criteria outlined in the Category Taxonomy as they would apply for Gas Transmission (GTM) Business Units
- Provided on-going guidance and assistance to newly hired team members as required, proactively finding solutions to non-common challenges as they would arise
- Ensured all orders were compliant with Enbridge's procurement standards such as: correct use of SLA scenarios, deemed compliant dates, Master Agreement utilization, executing Joint Venture Agreements, creating and executing Form Service Agreements
- Kept meticulous daily records pertaining to each individual requisition ensuring transparency and accountability, while remaining distinctly organized
- Cultivated and nurtured relationships with both suppliers and internal partners to facilitate effective procurement collaborations
- Validated and executed change orders as required when project needs evolved over time
- Generated over $40,000 in cost savings for the Company in less than a calendar year
- Highly effective team member and problem solver, contributing to weekly team meetings through thought provoking questions addressed to members at all levels in the organization, to better understand best business practices and identify opportunities for improvement in the procurement process
- Efficiently demonstrated a keen attention to detail, adhering to Enbridge's procurement policies whilst actioning several requisitions simultaneously
- Fluent and highly confident in several applications including Oracle Cloud, Microsoft Excel, Word, and OneNote
Buyer I
Enbridge
03.2023 - 11.2023
- Reviewed and processed purchase requisitions for goods/services, ensuring the correct utilization of the appropriate Purchase Order Agreement Terms and Conditions based on the criteria outlined in the Category Taxonomy, as they would apply for Liquid Pipelines (LP) and Gas Transmission (GTM) Business Units
- Ensured all orders are compliant with Enbridge's procurement standards such as: correct use of SLA scenarios, deemed compliant dates, contract/master agreement utilization, and engineering equipment specifications (EES), adhering to audit guidelines
- Kept meticulous daily records pertaining to each individual requisition ensuring transparency and accountability, while remaining distinctly organized
- Cultivated and nurtured relationships with both suppliers and internal partners to facilitate effective procurement collaborations
- Validated and executed change orders as required when project needs evolved over time
- Highly effective team member and problem solver, contributing to weekly team meetings through thought provoking questions addressed to members at all levels in the organization, to better understand best business practices and identify opportunities for improvement in the procurement process
- Efficiently demonstrated a keen attention to detail, adhering to Enbridge's procurement policies whilst actioning several requisitions simultaneously
- Fluent and highly confident in several applications including Oracle Cloud, Microsoft Excel, Word, and OneNote
Buyer
Oil City Machining
01.2020 - 09.2022
- Directly responsible for the coordination of 300+ purchase orders as they were processed through the facility, ensuring delivery dates were met and communicating with customers when delays can be expected
- Sourced material, tooling, and supplies from multiple vendors for over 200 projects, ensuring that prices adhered to allocated budgets
- Demonstrated strong communication skills with both internal members of the organization as well as external customers and vendors, establishing a strong network with good relations
- Managed production levels, identified material shortages and monitored inventory levels to meet order delivery requirements.
- Determined lowest possible cost, factoring in quality and reliability and negotiated favorable contracts.
- Maintained key item stock levels and wrote or expedited purchase orders.
Sales Representative
Bell Canada
06.2018 - 08.2019
- Established excellent sales ability and strong interpersonal skills with confident and persuasive approach.
- Exceeded monthly sales targets, averaging 115% of expected sales.
- Troubleshot any issues and escalated issues to proper department.
- Provided information about available products and services including membership details and purchase advantages.
- Displayed excellent sales skills and understanding of such skills.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce - Supply Chain Management
MacEwan University
Edmonton, AB12.2020
Skills
- Negotiating
- Procurement Best Practices
- Written/Verbal communication
- Analytical skills
- Inventory and supply management
- Organization and time management
- Customer relationship management
- Detail-oriented
- Flexible & Adaptable
- Relationship-Building
- Vendor Selection
- Supplier Review
Timeline
Buyer PDC
Enbridge
11.2023 - Current
Buyer I
Enbridge
03.2023 - 11.2023
Buyer
Oil City Machining
01.2020 - 09.2022
Sales Representative
Bell Canada
06.2018 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Commerce - Supply Chain Management
MacEwan University
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