Procurement Lead

Fluor; Calgary; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Fluor in Calgary is seeking a Procurement Lead to drive procurement execution for major capital projects. You will lead a small team and coordinate between Engineering, Construction, suppliers, and clients to meet project requirements safely and efficiently.

This long‑term contract offers significant visibility and stakeholder interaction. The role requires a degree in a related field and 8+ years of procurement experience, along with strong leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.

Qualifications

• Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Commerce, Engineering, or related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• 8+ years of procurement, purchasing, or supply chain experience supporting industrial projects
• Previous leadership experience managing or mentoring procurement professionals
• Strong client-facing experience and the ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Experience interfacing closely with Engineering teams and supporting multidisciplinary project environments
• Strong knowledge of procurement execution, commercial negotiations, supplier management, and contract administration
• Experience supporting mining, oil & gas, energy, infrastructure, or other industrial projects
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills
• Ability to prioritize multiple activities and work effectively in a fast-paced project environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and procurement systems
• Professional supply chain certifications are considered an asset

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement activities for engineered equipment, bulk materials, and major packages throughout the project lifecycle
• Supervise and mentor a team of approximately three procurement professionals, providing guidance, support, and oversight of daily activities
• Develop and execute project procurement strategies aligned with project schedules and objectives
• Interface regularly with Engineering, Project Management, Construction, suppliers, and client representatives
• Serve as a primary procurement point of contact for client-facing discussions, meetings, and reporting
• Oversee preparation of RFQs, bidder communications, commercial evaluations, and award recommendations
• Lead commercial negotiations related to pricing, delivery, terms and conditions, and contract administration
• Manage purchase orders through the full lifecycle including changes, claims resolution, supplier performance, and closeout activities
• Monitor key procurement milestones, supplier commitments, and project execution risks
• Identify procurement challenges and implement proactive solutions to support project objectives
• Ensure procurement activities are compliant with company procedures and project requirements
• Prepare procurement reports, forecasts, and status updates for project leadership and clients
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the Supply Chain organization
• Adhere to and support Client Health, Safety & Environmental and Sustainability policies
• Travel as required to support project or supplier-related activities
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Leadership

Client-facing

Communication

Analytical

Prioritization

Problem-solving

Microsoft Office

Procurement systems

Education

Degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Tools

Procurement systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Procurement Lead

Job details

Salary

CAD negotiable

Start date

09 November 2026

LocationCalgary

Job type

Contract

Discipline

Contracts and Procurement

Reference170974

Job Function Manager Procurement, Procurement

Our client is proud to design and build projects and careers. They are committed to fostering a welcoming and collaborative work environment that encourages big-picture thinking, brings out the best in their personnel, and helps them develop innovative solutions that contribute to building a better world together. If this sounds like a culture you would like to work in, you are invited to apply for this role.

Overview

The Procurement Lead is responsible for leading procurement execution activities for major capital projects while providing leadership and direction to a small team of procurement professionals. This position acts as a key liaison between Procurement, Engineering, Construction, suppliers, and the client to ensure project procurement objectives are achieved safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project requirements.

This is a long-term contract opportunity with significant project visibility and stakeholder interaction.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement activities for engineered equipment, bulk materials, and major packages throughout the project lifecycle




• Supervise and mentor a team of approximately three procurement professionals, providing guidance, support, and oversight of daily activities




• Develop and execute project procurement strategies aligned with project schedules and objectives




• Interface regularly with Engineering, Project Management, Construction, suppliers, and client representatives




• Serve as a primary procurement point of contact for client-facing discussions, meetings, and reporting




• Oversee preparation of RFQs, bidder communications, commercial evaluations, and award recommendations




• Lead commercial negotiations related to pricing, delivery, terms and conditions, and contract administration




• Manage purchase orders through the full lifecycle including changes, claims resolution, supplier performance, and closeout activities




• Monitor key procurement milestones, supplier commitments, and project execution risks




• Identify procurement challenges and implement proactive solutions to support project objectives




• Ensure procurement activities are compliant with company procedures and project requirements




• Prepare procurement reports, forecasts, and status updates for project leadership and clients




• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the Supply Chain organization




• Adhere to and support Client Health, Safety & Environmental and Sustainability policies




• Travel as required to support project or supplier-related activities




• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Commerce, Engineering, or related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience




• 8+ years of procurement, purchasing, or supply chain experience supporting industrial projects




• Previous leadership experience managing or mentoring procurement professionals




• Strong client-facing experience and the ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders




• Experience interfacing closely with Engineering teams and supporting multidisciplinary project environments




• Strong knowledge of procurement execution, commercial negotiations, supplier management, and contract administration




• Experience supporting mining, oil & gas, energy, infrastructure, or other industrial projects




• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills




• Ability to prioritize multiple activities and work effectively in a fast-paced project environment




• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities




• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and procurement systems




• Professional supply chain certifications are considered an asset

Contract Details

• Long-term contract opportunity (approximately 2 years)




• Office-based role




• Opportunity to lead a small procurement team




• Significant interaction with project stakeholders, engineering teams, and client representatives

PLEASE NOTE: Only those eligible to work in Canada will be considered for this position and only those selected for interviews will be contacted. TRS is an equal opportunity company.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; age; sex; sexual orientation; gender identity; religion; national origin; disability; veteran status; genetic information; or any other criteria protected by governing law.