Sunita Balkissoon
About Sunita Balkissoon
Sunita Balkissoon is a Senior Buyer specializing in Capital Projects, currently employed at Hatch in Mississauga, Ontario. With extensive experience in procurement across various industries, she has held significant roles at Candu Energy, WorleyParsons, and Methanex Corporation.
Current Role at Hatch
Sunita Balkissoon currently serves as a Senior Buyer for Capital Projects at Hatch, a position she has held since 2019. Based in Mississauga, Ontario, she is responsible for overseeing procurement activities related to capital projects. Her role involves managing the procurement process to ensure timely and cost-effective acquisition of materials and services necessary for project execution.
Previous Experience at Candu Energy
Prior to her current role, Sunita Balkissoon worked at Candu Energy, a member of the SNC-Lavalin Group, as a Senior Buyer for Capital Projects from 2016 to 2019. During her three years in this position, she gained experience in handling joint ventures and project execution, focusing on construction management and equipment start-up and commissioning.
Experience at WorleyParsons
Sunita Balkissoon was employed at WorleyParsons as a Senior Project Buyer from 2013 to 2015. In this role, she was involved in procurement activities for capital projects, contributing to the company's operations in Mississauga, Ontario. Her responsibilities included managing procurement processes to support project needs effectively.
Background in Procurement and Industry Knowledge
Sunita Balkissoon has extensive experience in managing procurement activities across various industries, including Nuclear, Mining, Petrochemical, and Process Plant Operations. She possesses a working knowledge of Quality Management Systems (QMS) and Responsible Care® standards. Additionally, she is familiar with the Canadian Nuclear Industry and its procurement processes, which enhances her effectiveness in her current and previous roles.
Educational Background
Sunita Balkissoon studied at Humber College, where she gained foundational knowledge that supports her career in procurement and project management. Her education complements her extensive professional experience, enabling her to navigate complex procurement challenges in various industries.