Lead, Contracts and Procurement

Teck Resources Limited; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 132,000 - 163,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Lead for Contracts and Procurement to drive operational excellence and foster team engagement. This role is pivotal in managing systems for major capital projects, ensuring adherence to safety and environmental standards while supporting continuous improvement initiatives. With a focus on training and development, the successful candidate will mentor teams and enhance procurement practices. Join a company that values diversity, collaboration, and sustainability, offering a dynamic environment for personal and professional growth.

Benefits

Bonuses

Profit Sharing

Health and Wellness Accounts

Insurance

Paid Leave

Virtual Healthcare

Support Programs

Qualifications

• 8+ years in contracts and procurement roles within project delivery organizations.
• 5+ years in leadership roles focusing on systems management and training.
• Strong leadership and operational excellence skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and improve Contracts and Procurement management systems.
• Champion operational excellence and process efficiency.
• Support implementation and training for new personnel.

Skills

Leadership

Team Engagement

Operational Excellence

Interpersonal Skills

Project Management

Training and Development

Quality Assurance

Process Optimization

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

MBA

Tools

Oracle Unifier

UMT 360

Aconex

SharePoint

Microsoft D365

Job description

Join to apply for the Lead, Contracts and Procurement role at Teck Resources Limited.

Closing Date: May 16th, 2025

Teck is a leading Canadian resource company focused on responsibly providing the metals essential for global development and the energy transition while caring for the people, communities, and land that we love.

Teck's two regional business units, North America and Latin America, oversee assets through all phases of safe, sustainable development, operation, and closure. The enterprise-wide functions support strategic direction, standards, governance, and shared services.

Reporting to the Director, Contracts and Procurement, Projects, the Lead will play a key role in the effective operation and continuous improvement of the Contracts and Procurement function for Teck's major capital projects.

The responsibilities include developing and maintaining management systems, ensuring operational excellence, supporting training and onboarding, and fostering team engagement and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

1. Be a safety leader, adhering to safety and environmental rules.
2. Promote safety and environmental protection as core values.
3. Develop and improve Contracts and Procurement management systems and standards.
4. Champion operational excellence and process efficiency.
5. Support implementation and troubleshooting of established processes.
6. Act as the primary C&P representative to the Continuous Improvement team.
7. Serve as a trusted source of information on contracts and procurement practices.
8. Support the department’s administration and personnel development.
9. Maintain and update the Contracts and Procurement Procedures Manual.
10. Facilitate lessons learned integration and standards improvement.
11. Utilize project information systems effectively.
12. Mentor project teams on the use of project procedures.
13. Advise on audits and reviews to ensure standards compliance.
14. Implement training and onboarding programs for new personnel.
15. Maintain up-to-date training records and materials.
16. Organize team-building and educational initiatives.
17. Support departmental budgeting and expenditure management.

Qualifications

1. 8+ years in contracts and procurement roles within project delivery organizations.
2. 5+ years in leadership roles focusing on systems management, training, and quality assurance.
3. Bachelor’s degree preferred; MBA desirable.
4. Strong leadership, team engagement, and operational excellence skills.
5. Proven ability to foster integration, morale, and community within diverse teams.
6. Excellent interpersonal and relationship management skills.
7. Expertise in project management systems and tools such as Oracle Unifier, UMT 360, Aconex, SharePoint, and Microsoft D365.
8. Experience in conducting audits, reviews, and troubleshooting procedural inefficiencies.
9. Knowledge of integration strategies and fostering collaboration.
10. Background in onboarding, career development, and training programs.
11. Field or operational experience with management systems is an asset.
12. Advanced conceptual thinking and process optimization skills.
13. Proficient in English; Spanish proficiency is an asset.

Why Join Us?

At Teck, we offer more than just a job—personal and professional growth, engaging projects, inclusive culture, and opportunities to learn and advance.

Benefits

Our comprehensive benefits include bonuses, profit sharing, health and wellness accounts, insurance, paid leave, virtual healthcare, and support programs.

Salary Range: $132,000 - $163,000, based on experience and skills.

About Teck

Teck values diversity, collaboration, and sustainability. Recognized as a top employer and committed to responsible business practices, headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.

Learn more at www.teck.com or follow @TeckResources.

We thank all applicants; only those selected for interviews will be contacted.