Procurement Professional

MatchBox Consulting Group; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm is seeking a Supply Chain Professional to develop and execute strategies for category sourcing. The role involves leading sourcing events, driving contract negotiations, and maintaining strong supplier relationships. Ideal candidates should have experience with complex sourcing, especially in the public sector. The position offers a one-year contract and is open exclusively to legally authorized candidates in Canada. The firm values diversity and encourages all applicants to apply.

Qualifications

• Experience leading complex, high-value sourcing events.
• Preferred experience with public sector procurement.
• Experience with complex IT or corporate-related sourcing.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement category and sourcing strategies.
• Lead multi-stage RFPs and negotiate contracts.
• Maintain relationships with suppliers and stakeholders.
• Advise on sourcing best practices for efficiency.
• Deliver sourcing initiatives on time and to quality standards.

Skills

Leading complex, high-value sourcing events

Public sector procurement

Complex IT and corporate-related sourcing

Education

Supply Chain Management or Project Management certifications

Job description

MatchBox Consulting is on the hunt for a Supply Chain Professional. The Supply Chain Professional Level 2 is responsible for delivering outcomes related to the development and execution of category and project supply chain strategies. This includes leading sourcing events, negotiating contracts, managing supplier relationships, and implementing procurement initiatives for complex and strategic categories. The role involves medium to high complexity assignments with minimal to moderate oversight.

Contract: 1 year

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement category and sourcing strategies using analysis, planning, problem‑solving, and supplier/market research.
• Lead multi‑stage RFPs, negotiate contracts, and resolve escalated supplier or contract issues.
• Maintain productive relationships with suppliers, stakeholders, and internal teams.
• Advise on sourcing best practices to improve operational efficiency and future capability.
• Deliver assigned sourcing initiatives on time and to quality standards.

Must‑Haves

• Demonstrated experience leading complex, high‑value sourcing events.
• Experience with public sector procurement is preferred.
• Experience with complex IT and/or corporate‑related sourcing.

Nice‑to‑Haves

• Experience in categories or infrastructure capital project sourcing similar to large organizations.
• Supply Chain Management or Project Management certifications.

Work Permits

This position is open exclusively to individuals residing in Canada and legally authorized to work in Canada. Applications not meeting these criteria will not be considered.

Equal Opportunities

MatchBox is committed to providing equal opportunities for all applicants. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including members of minority groups such as racialized individuals, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and Indigenous peoples. It is a priority for us that all candidates are treated fairly and without discrimination.

Further Consideration

We receive a high volume of applications and are only able to contact candidates who are selected for further consideration.

Find out more at www.matchboxhr.com.