Director, Procurement

BC Transit; Victoria; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional public transit organization in Victoria is seeking a Director of Procurement to lead procurement strategies and ensure alignment with organizational objectives. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in public sector procurement and contract management, alongside a post-secondary degree in a relevant field. This role offers comprehensive benefits, pension plans, and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical and dental benefits

Membership in public service pension plan

Access to fitness and lifestyle centers

Employee Assistance Program

Complimentary employee bus pass

Corporate learning and development program

Employee recognition program

Social club access

Qualifications

• 10 years progressive leadership experience within procurement and contract management.
• Experience working in a complex unionized environment.
• Comprehensive experience with procurement and contract law.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, planning, execution, and oversight of procurement strategies.
• Ensure alignment of supply chain practices with organizational objectives.
• Collaborate across departments to support organizational needs.

Skills

Public sector procurement

Contract negotiation

Supplier performance management

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Post secondary degree in Business, Engineering, Finance or Supply Chain Management

Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) or Public Sector Procurement Program (PSPP) designations

Tools

Procurement software

Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)

Job description

Are we right for you...

We’re passionate about people and creating sustainable, safe and affordable public transit solutions to residents across BC. We are an organization that has a people-first approach and considers people first in every business decision that we make. We are part of the solution and what we do matters; from fighting climate change with battery electric buses, to affordability through cost effective transportation, to connecting remote communities, we bring the heart, soul and innovation to public transportation.

It’s an exciting time to be in public transportation sector and we’re looking for a creative and passionate people and leaders to join our team. Not only would you be joining an engaged organization but you’d also get to enjoy flexible work arrangements, extended benefits and a pension plan as just a few of the benefits BC Transit employees are eligible for. Keep reading to find out if this role is meant for you!

What you'll be doing...

Reporting to the VP, Finance and Chief Financial Officer, the Director, Procurement is responsible for leading the design, planning, execution, and oversight of procurement and contract management strategies across the organization. This includes developing and implementing policies, processes and tools that support cost efficiency, service quality, and transparency.

The Director provides strategic leadership for the procurement of goods and services across the organization. As a senior leader, the incumbent ensures alignment of supply chain management practices with organizational objectives and industry best practices.

The role requires expert knowledge in public sector procurement, contract negotiation and management, supplier performance and stakeholder engagement. The Director will collaborate across departments to support organizational needs, maintain strong supplier relationships, and ensure procurement activities meet regulatory, financial, and operational requirements.

What you'll bring to the table...

We value lifelong learners and have found the following combination of education & experience allows people to be successful in this role:

• Post secondary degree in in Business, Engineering, Finance or Supply Chain Management or a related field
• Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) or Public Sector Procurement Program (PSPP) designations preferred
• 10 years progressive leadership experience within procurement and contract management
• Experience working in a complex unionized environment
• Comprehensive experience with procurement and contract law, trade agreements, contract negotiation, drafting vendor agreements, and contract and vendor performance management.
• Knowledge of the appropriate tools for grading, analyzing, and assessing supplies and services.
• Familiarity with supply chain management (SCM), enterprise resource planning (ERP), Procurement and contract management software.
• Experience/exposure/oversight of in-house legal functions is considered an asset
• Experience in the Transportation industry preferred

What we'll bring to the table...

• Comprehensive medical and dental benefits to support you and your family, regardless of what life throws at you
• Membership in BC’s Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP). Nationally recognized for its strong investment and governance practices, PSPP is a “defined benefit” plan
• Access to fitness and lifestyle centers to help you take care of your physical fitness and health
• Various programs that support employees such as an Employee Assistance Program and health and wellness initiatives and events aimed at fostering your mental health
• A complimentary employee bus pass (plus taxable dependent passes)
• A corporate learning and development program to help you in continuous career growth
• An employee recognition program where we all recognize each other's successes (not just your Leaders!)
• A social club that gives you access to events throughout Victoria

What next steps could look like...

• Interviews will take mid September, 2025.
• There may be an assignment/presentation as part of the interview process.
• The position requires the completion of a Criminal Record Check or Vulnerable Sector Search.
• An eligibility list may be established for future full time regular and full time temporary vacancies
• If you have a disability that requires an accommodation during any stage of our recruitment process, please contact [e-mail] to let us know how we can assist you.
• BC Transit is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. If the organization identifies this position as a reasonable accommodation for an existing employee, all candidates will be notified as soon as reasonably possible.