Capital Procurement Advisor

Phase Consulting; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the resource sector seeks a Contract Capital Procurement Advisor to support projects in the Saskatoon area. This role involves developing procurement strategies, managing sourcing activities, and ensuring alignment with project demands. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills and experience in stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in capital procurement and sourcing.
• Proven ability to lead complex sourcing processes.
• Experience negotiating legal and commercial contract terms.

Responsibilities

• Develop proactive procurement strategies aligned with project forecasts.
• Execute full-cycle sourcing activities, including RFx processes.
• Support project teams with contractor onboarding and claims resolution.

Skills

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Stakeholder engagement

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Ariba

Microsoft Office

Job description

Contract Role: Capital Procurement Advisor / Senior Advisor

Location: Saskatoon area (local candidates preferred)

Contract Duration: Until December 31, 2025 (possibility of extension)

Work Arrangement: in person (mix of site-based and corporate office work)

Our client, a large organization in the resource sector, is seeking a Contract Capital Procurement Advisor (or Senior Advisor) to support several project sites in the Saskatoon region. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with strong experience in capital procurement, sourcing, and stakeholder engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop proactive procurement strategies aligned with business objectives and capital project forecasts.
• Provide expert guidance on procurement best practices while ensuring compliance with internal policies.
• Execute full-cycle sourcing activities including RFx processes, bid evaluations, negotiations, and contract finalization.
• Collaborate closely with stakeholders to gain buy-in and ensure alignment with project demands.
• Draft contract documents and participate in the negotiation of terms and conditions.
• Support project teams with contractor onboarding, change management, and claims resolution.
• Prepare contract strategy documents, award recommendations, and executive summaries.
• Promote diversity and inclusion, particularly in support of Indigenous engagement initiatives.
• Engage in peer leadership, coaching, and mentoring within the procurement team.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Proven ability to lead complex sourcing and procurement processes.
• Experience negotiating legal and commercial contract terms.
• Proficiency in enterprise systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and spend management tools (e.g., Ariba).
• Strong command of Microsoft Office and adaptability to new technology platforms.
• Experience in supplier relationship management, spend analytics, and risk management considered an asset.
• Previous involvement in contract administration, including invoice review and claims handling, is a plus.