Manager, Contracting and Procurement (2 positions)

NAV CANADA; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Competitive compensation and benefits

Defined benefit pension plan

Job summary

NAV CANADA is seeking a Manager, Contracting and Procurement to lead procurement programs, implement strategic sourcing and drive compliant contracting practices across the organization. You will oversee a team of procurement professionals, negotiate high-stakes agreements, and influence budgets and supplier relationships to meet NAV CANADA’s strategic objectives.

This hybrid role requires strong leadership, strategic thinking and collaboration with internal clients and external partners to

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years’ experience in the areas of Contracting and Procurement.
• Extensive experience in leading negotiations of complex, high-visibility agreements with multiple internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience in managing a team of procurement professionals.
• Knowledge of contract law, standard contract terms & conditions, taxation, insurance and risk management principles.
• Experience analyzing contracting and procurement matters and communicating advice to senior management.

Responsibilities

• Influence category strategies to address evolving business needs and align with organizational objectives.
• Oversee major and complex initiatives, provide contracting expertise, build relationships and ensure delivery of procurement services.
• Develop innovative solutions to conflicting priorities and interests of stakeholders.
• Evaluate contracts to ensure compliance with terms and conditions by internal stakeholders and suppliers.
• Lead improvements to procurement processes and governance frameworks and act as trusted advisor on procurement practices.

Skills

Negotiation

Influencing skills

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Communication

Analytical

Education

Post-secondary education in procurement, supply chain management, commerce, law

Job description

Job Posting Title Manager, Contracting and Procurement (2 positions)

Job Category Procurement

Language Requirements English / Anglais

Flexible Work Agreement Type Hybrid / Hybride

Posting End Date 2026-11-16

Job Grade L1

Zone A

Pay Range Commensurate with Experience / Selon l’expérience

Job Summary

The role is accountable for the development and implementation of sound Supply Chain programs, business practices, procedures and action plans that are aligned with the long-term, strategic direction of NAV CANADA to meet the evolving business and procurement needs of the company. The role is also accountable to ensure strict adherence to NAV CANADA contracting policies and procedures, applicable Legislation and represents Supply Chain to both clients and suppliers. The Manager is a change agent and builds strategic relationships with internal and external stakeholders, acts as the chief negotiator for NAV Canada and develops innovative solutions to conflicting priorities and interests of contractors, clients and NAV CANADA, to protect the interests of the company. Provides leadership and guidance to the various core functions of the purchasing organization and fully accountable for a team of subject matter experts.

Job Description

What NAV CANADA offers you:

• Challenging, team-oriented work environment
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Defined benefit pension plan
• Opportunities for growth and development
• Flexible work arrangements
• Diverse and inclusive workforce

In this role you will:

• Influence category strategies to address evolving business needs, developing procurement programs and approaches that align with organizational objectives
• Proactively oversee major and complex initiatives, provide contracting expertise, build business relationships and ensure effective delivery of procurement services
• Develop innovative solutions to conflicting priorities and interests of internal and external stakeholders
• Evaluate and monitors contracts to ensure compliance with the agreed contract terms and conditions by internal stakeholders and suppliers
• Provide leadership in the implementation of improvements to procurement processes and governance frameworks, and acts as a trusted advisor on procurement practices to enhance and maintain corporate consistency and efficiencies
• Be fully accountable for staff including the responsibility to hire, allocate priorities, assess performance, authorize leave, schedule overtime, provide guidance and coaching and take disciplinary action as required
• Manage a segment of the Supply Chain budget; develop budgetary plans and projections based on operational requirements and priorities, and the commitment of funds
• Oversee and support major negotiations and supplier business reviews with critical and strategic suppliers
• Develop strategic relationships with internal and external stakeholders, enhance supplier relationships, ensure commitments are fulfilled to meet internal client’s needs in alignment with strategic objectives
• Provide insightful progress reports and recommendations for senior management to influence decision making for current and future procurement plans.
• Collaborate with key internal and external stakeholders to develop procurement work practices that are aligned to portfolio, workplans, budget, processes and procedures
• Act as a change agent as part of our broader Supply Chain Maturation initiative and collaborates closely with various business partners across the stakeholder groups for their Sourcing needs
• Perform all aspects of the sourcing process, from category assessment, cost savings opportunities, vendor due diligence, RFx, contract negotiations, and vendor management

What you bring:

• Minimum 7 years’ experience in the areas of Contracting and Procurement
• Extensive experience in leading negotiations of complex, high-visibility agreements with multiple internal and external stakeholders
• Post‑secondary education in procurement, supply chain management, commerce, law, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Experience in managing a team of procurement professionals
• Strong financial acumen related to the acquisition of goods and services
• Knowledge of current market and industry trends, developments, evolving best practices, and initiatives
• Experience analyzing contracting and procurement matters of varying complexity and communicating advice and recommendations effectively to senior management
• In depth knowledge of contract law, standard contract terms & conditions, taxation, insurance and risk management principles
• Extensive knowledge of procurement, contract management, strategic sourcing, tendering, supplier evaluation and selection, contract and procurement negotiations, and applicable legislative, regulatory, and policy requirements

How others describe you:

• Collaborative leader who fosters open communication, teamwork, and employee development
• Effective communications skills (written and verbal) are required to meet with senior management of the Company to plan procurement approaches for projects to meet corporate objectives
• Ability to exercise sound judgement in setting priorities and dealing with confidential and sensitive issues.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities, deadlines, and stakeholder expectations
• Highly adaptable with the ability to respond to rapidly shifting priorities and timelines.
• Excellent negotiating and influencing skills
• Strong business and legal acumen

Working Conditions:

Highly demanding environment related to criticality of procurement function with rapidly shifting priorities and timelines This is a hybrid position with a minimum requirement of 3 days per week on site This work may require occasional travel Behaviour Statement: All employees of NAV CANADA are expected to demonstrate behaviours aligned with company’s Code of Ethical Conduct, values, safety and objectives. This includes adherence to any safety policies, standards, and procedures corresponding to job responsibilities and duties NAV CANADA is committed to building a skilled, diverse workforce reflective of Canadian society. If you do not believe that you match every job requirement listed on this job posting, we still encourage you to apply. NAV CANADA encourages a culture of learning and growth, and recognizes that although some technical skills are mandatory, many others can be taught. Our Company strives to create an inclusive and barrier‑free selection process and work environment. If you require accommodations during this competition process, please ensure that you inform the interview coordinator or hiring manager of any accommodation measures you may require. NAV CANADA will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process to applicants with disabilities as required. The successful candidate must meet the security requirement of the position and be legally able to work in Canada. NAV CANADA may use automated or AI‑enabled tools to help manage applications and identify job‑related qualifications. These tools do not make final hiring decisions. All hiring decisions are reviewed and made by NAV CANADA recruitment professionals and hiring managers. We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for next steps will be contacted.

- NAV CANADA employees help guide the world's aircraft safely and expeditiously through Canadian‑controlled airspace. With approximately 5800 employees located from coast, to coast, to coast, we offer some of the most exciting careers in the field of aviation. Our employees deliver air traffic services, design and build our technology, maintain our systems, and provide a wide variety of technical and administrative support. Above all, our employees work together to keep our skies safe. NAV CANADA considers our people to be our most important asset, and we are committed to providing a motivating and satisfying workplace. In exchange for your dedication and commitment, you'll receive a generous compensation and benefits package, opportunities for training and development, and the chance to work for a company that is at the forefront of its industry globally. NAV CANADA may use automated or AI‑enabled tools as part of its recruitment activities, including for application management and support preliminary screening based on job‑related criteria. These tools support the recruitment process but do not replace human decision‑making. Final hiring decisions are made by NAV CANADA recruitment professionals and hiring managers. Additional information is available in our Candidate Privacy Notice.