Procurement Specialist

Halifax Port Authority; Halifax; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Halifax Port Authority (HPA) is seeking a Procurement Specialist for a one-year term to support procurement and contracting activities across the organization. Reporting to the Procurement Manager, you will partner with departments and suppliers to deliver fair, transparent, and value-driven solutions that align with operational and strategic objectives.

You will lead RFx processes from planning through contract award, provide guidance to internal clients, coordinate input from stakeholders,

Responsibilities

• Partner with departments to plan and deliver procurement projects
• Lead or support RFx processes from planning through contract award
• Provide procurement and contracting guidance to internal clients
• Coordinate input from key stakeholders across the organization
• Develop and maintain procurement and contract documentation
• Support supplier onboarding, performance management, and issue resolution
• Identify opportunities for strategic sourcing and process improvement
• Monitor procurement risks and recommend practical solutions

Job description

When you join the Halifax Port Authority (HPA), you’re stepping into a role with impact, purpose, and the opportunity to make a difference on a global scale. Guided by our values of accountability, collaboration, inclusion, integrity and resilience, we work together to connect Canada to the world.

The world’s largest shipping lines call here, connecting the port to more than 150 countries. Every day, our team supports a leading international gateway that drives lasting prosperity for our communities.

Our core mandate is to facilitate the movement of goods and people to support economic development while ensuring safe, efficient, and sustainable operations. Our business includes three distinct lines of activity – cargo, cruise and real estate – supported by our dedicated and talented employees.

We are ISO45001 certified and deeply committed to a culture of safety, ensuring the well‑being of every team member is our top priority.

At the Halifax Port Authority, you'll be part of something bigger, joining an inspiring team that is helping shape the future for the region, the province and Canada.

Currently, the Halifax Port Authority (“HPA”) requires a

Procurement Specialist

The Halifax Port Authority is seeking a Procurement Specialist for a one (1)-year-term position. Reporting to the Procurement Manager, the successful candidate will support procurement and contracting activities across the organization while providing exceptional service to internal stakeholders. Working closely with departments and suppliers, you will help deliver fair, transparent, and value-driven procurement solutions that support HPA's operational and strategic objectives.

What You’ll Do:

• Partner with departments to plan and deliver procurement projects
• Lead or support RFx processes from planning through contract award
• Provide procurement and contracting guidance to internal clients
• Coordinate input from key stakeholders across the organization
• Develop and maintain procurement and contract documentation
• Support supplier onboarding, performance management, and issue resolution
• Identify opportunities for strategic sourcing and process improvement
• Monitor procurement risks and recommend practical solutions