Manager, Procurement

Houle; Burnaby; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

Competitive vacation policy

RRSP matching

Health and wellness reimbursements

Houle days off

Job summary

Houle is seeking a Manager, Procurement to lead our procurement team and shape the future of our supply chain. You will build supplier partnerships, advance systems, and ensure sourcing aligns with project needs and schedules.

As we advance manufacturing and integrated delivery, this role connects suppliers, data, and material planning to improve value, resilience, and execution across the business. Hybrid work options are available for eligible roles.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, supply chain, purchasing, or category management.
• 5+ years of experience leading teams and developing people.
• Experience negotiating complex supplier agreements and managing commercial risk.
• Strong knowledge of construction, electrical, manufacturing, industrial, or project-based supply chains.
• Experience building supplier strategies, performance measures, and long-term partnerships.
• Experience improving procurement systems, processes, analytics, and data quality.
• Demonstrated ability to lead organizational change across all levels.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute company-wide procurement and supply chain strategies aligned with business priorities.
• Lead, coach, and develop the Procurement team with clear accountability and consistent practices across regions.
• Build strategic relationships with distributors, manufacturers, and suppliers that create value beyond price.
• Lead complex negotiations, supplier agreements, rebates, and contract compliance.
• Develop category strategies to improve cost, quality, availability, service, and resilience.
• Partner with Estimating, Project Management, Operations, Manufacturing, and VDC on material strategies.
• Enable industrialized construction through standardization, BOM-driven procurement, kitting, and reliable supply.
• Improve forecasting, demand visibility, inventory strategy, and material planning across projects and locations.
• Establish supplier scorecards and procurement KPIs for cost, quality, delivery, risk, and service.
• Lead development, integration, and adoption of procurement systems and analytics.
• Develop procurement policies, governance, and training for scalable execution.
• Identify supply risks and value opportunities while meeting technical and project requirements.
• Lead change in a practical, people-focused way with continuous improvement.

Skills

Strategic procurement

Negotiation

People leadership

Analytical skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

SCMP designation/enrollment

Tools

JD Edwards

ERP systems

Job description

A career that gives you purpose. A company that stands up for you. A team where you can be yourself. Sound too good to be true? This is life at Houle. We believe in empowering communities through local projects that positively impact people's lives. We're a passionate group of people who love collaborating on innovative and challenging projects.

About This Role

We are recruiting a Manager, Procurement to lead Houle's procurement team and help shape the future of our supply chain.

The Manager, Procurement will build strategic supplier partnerships, advance procurement systems and data, support industrialized construction, and ensure materials and equipment are sourced competitively, reliably, and in alignment with project needs.

As Houle advances manufacturing, prefabrication, and more integrated project delivery, procurement is a critical enabler. This leader will connect suppliers, data, material planning, and project teams to improve value, resilience, and execution across the business.

Your Responsibilities

• Develop and execute company-wide procurement and supply chain strategies aligned with business priorities
• Lead, coach, and develop the Procurement team, creating clear accountability, strong service, and consistent practices across regions
• Build strategic relationships with distributors, manufacturers, and key suppliers that create value beyond unit price
• Lead complex negotiations, strategic agreements, supplier claims, rebate programs, and contract compliance
• Develop category strategies that improve cost, quality, availability, service, and supply chain resilience
• Partner early with Estimating, Project Management, Operations, Manufacturing, and VDC to align material strategies with project requirements and schedules
• Enable industrialized construction through material standardization, BOM-driven procurement, kitting, and reliable supply to manufacturing operations
• Improve forecasting, demand visibility, inventory strategy, and material planning across projects and locations
• Establish supplier scorecards and procurement KPIs for cost, quality, delivery, risk, and service performance
• Lead the development, integration, and adoption of procurement systems, pricing data, workflows, analytics, and reporting
• Develop procurement policies, procedures, governance, and training that support consistent and scalable execution
• Identify supply risks, suitable alternatives, and value opportunities while maintaining technical and project requirements
• Lead change in a practical and people-focused way, embedding continuous improvement into the team's daily work

Your Experience And Skills

• 7+ years of progressive experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, supply chain, purchasing, or category management
• 5+ years of experience leading teams and developing people
• Proven experience negotiating complex supplier agreements and managing commercial risk
• Strong knowledge of construction, electrical, manufacturing, industrial, or project-based supply chains
• Experience building supplier strategies, performance measures, and long-term partnerships
• Experience improving procurement systems, processes, analytics, and data quality
• Demonstrated ability to lead organizational change and work effectively across all levels of the business
• SCMP designation, enrollment in an SCMP program, or equivalent education is an asset
• Experience with ERP and procurement platforms; JD Edwards experience is an asset
• Strong communication, negotiation, coaching, analytical, and problem-solving skills

About Houle

As BC's leading electrical contractor and systems integrator, we believe in delivering safe, reliable power for the future. From hospitals and universities, to airports, shipping terminals and shopping centres, our electrical and technology professionals proudly provide innovative solutions that create value for our customers every day.

Since 1944, we've been dedicated to our craft, committed to quality workmanship, and building teams that thrive. Driven by purpose and connected through collaboration, our focus on people guides our success in delivering some of the most exciting infrastructure projects in the province.

As a certified Great Place to Work, recognized Best Workplaces for Women, and one of Canada's Best Managed companies, we have been recognized for our efforts in creating a safe and inclusive work environment.

Why join our team?

• We emphasize having a work-life balance – We embrace work-life balance and offer flexible work arrangements including hybrid work options for eligible roles, and a competitive vacation policy.
• Continuous development is a top priority – Whether you're looking for a corporate career or a career in the field, you are supported with access to tools and training for development and growth.
• Our employee benefits prioritize your financial, physical, and mental well-being – From RRSP matching to health and wellness reimbursements and additional Houle days off, we've got you covered.
• We have many exciting project opportunities – With many projects on the go around BC, we're certain you will find countless ways to bring communities to life.
• We have fun! Connection is key at Houle, from industry events to themed office gatherings, we never miss an opportunity to celebrate. Join us for our summer bbqs, potlucks, charity fundraisers, community volunteering, and many more fun events!
• A safe space for everyone – We celebrate diversity and are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We're committed to diversity and inclusion and strive to foster, cultivate and preserve a culture of belonging for all employees.

Salary range: $100,000 – $130,000 per year plus a competitive total compensation package.

Actual salary will be commensurate with experience, skills and overall match to the position offered. Let us chat throughout the hiring process and determine the best fit.

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