Procurement Manager, Infrastructure | General Contractor | Vancouver | Outpost Recruitment

Outpost Recruitment; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading contractor is seeking an experienced Procurement Manager for a full-time permanent role in Vancouver. The ideal candidate will manage procurement for large infrastructure projects, ensuring timely and cost-effective acquisition of materials while adhering to quality standards. Candidates should have a strong background in construction purchasing and effective communication skills.

Qualifications

• 3-6 years’ experience in purchasing within construction, distribution, or manufacturing.
• Deep knowledge of construction purchasing requirements.
• Experience with ERP procurement modules.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate procurement schedules and maintain procurement files.
• Discuss defective goods with clients and vendors.
• Track purchasing activities against project schedules.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Organization

Supply chain management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

ERP software

MS Office (especially Excel and Word)

Job description

Major contractor seeking an experienced Procurement Manager with 5+ years of relevant purchasing experience, ideally in the construction phase of large infrastructure projects. Outpost Recruitment is excited to work with our client on this full-time permanent role. Salary: $130,000+.

The Procurement Manager will be responsible for creating procurement schedules, developing and purchasing materials, parts, supplies, and equipment in a timely and cost-effective manner while maintaining quality standards and specifications. The role involves planning and coordinating the procurement of materials, products, and services to meet project schedules and compliance standards.

Responsibilities of Procurement Manager

• Coordinate with the Commercial team and Scheduler to forecast and develop procurement schedules.
• Utilize ERP software for procurement planning and control.
• Maintain procurement files.
• Discuss defective or unacceptable goods/services with clients and vendors to determine causes and corrective actions.
• Help lower costs and secure agreements.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental procedures.
• Secure equipment and materials during procurement cycles.
• Handle equipment data sheets, drawings, and specifications as required.
• Prepare purchase requisitions, review quotes, obtain approvals, and issue purchase orders.
• Review quotations and order materials/services per negotiated terms; follow-up on delivery.
• Track purchasing activities against project schedules.
• Ensure LEED and civil works sustainability compliance.
• Ensure equipment and materials meet CSA standards and other relevant standards.
• Ensure supplier compliance with site and company quality, health, safety, and environmental requirements.
• Liaise with the Commercial Department for invoice payments.
• Provide equipment and material release information to site and scheduler.
• Supply data sheets, drawings, and specifications to support installation.
• Issue equipment to installers with supporting documentation.
• Record and confirm receipt of equipment and materials.
• Build and maintain relationships with key suppliers and subcontractors.

Essential Functions

• Procure materials to meet project schedules.
• Approve equipment and materials.
• Manage inventory and record inventory releases.
• Coordinate supply chain activities between purchasing and installation.
• Follow internal procedures and ensure health and safety compliance.
• Ensure the security of equipment and materials.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Deep knowledge of construction purchasing requirements.
• Experience with ERP procurement modules.
• Understanding of purchasing standards and policies in construction.
• Supply chain management skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and in teams.
• Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel and Word.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

Experience/Qualifications

• 3-6 years’ experience in purchasing within construction, distribution, or manufacturing environments.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
• Experience with Aconex preferred.

Candidate Requirements

• Authorization to work in Canada.
• Clearly highlight relevant experience, project overview, and project scale ($) in your resume.