Procurement Specialist

Laurentis Energy Partners; Oakville; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy firm based in Oakville, Ontario is seeking a Procurement Specialist to manage procurement assignments for various goods and services. The role involves planning, coordinating procurement activities, assessing market conditions, and developing sourcing strategies. Ideal candidates will have a 4-year degree and 4-6 years of experience in procurement or contract management. This full-time, temporary position offers opportunities for career growth in a dynamic work environment focused on safety and ethics.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Dynamic working environment

Commitment to employee safety

Qualifications

• 4-6 years of experience in procurement and contract management.
• Understanding commercial aspects of contracts and business administration.
• Knowledgeable of interrelationships within different divisions.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate procurement activities for goods and services.
• Assess market conditions and develop appropriate procurement strategies.
• Monitor and evaluate supplier performance and manage vendor relationships.
• Coordinate oversight activities and prepare reports related to supply chain.

Skills

Commercial contract understanding

Vendor management

Procurement processes

Education

4-Year university degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, Applied Science or Law

Job description

Procurement Specialist

Location: Oakville, Ontario

Status: Temp Full Time 1-Year with possibility of extension
Education level: 4-Year university degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, Applied Science or Law.
Deadline to apply: January 2, 2026

Travel: 20%

Laurentis Energy Partners is on a high-growth trajectory. We offer an exciting combination of challenging opportunities and career diversity in a work environment where safety is a core value. We seek ambitious and intelligent leaders in the energy industry with the ability to think differently to find new ways to solve problems. Being a Laurentis employee means you can apply your knowledge, broaden your skills, and make a valuable contribution to enhancing Ontario's energy sector. Our values are our strengths, and they are fundamental truths about us that do not change. Safety. Integrity. Excellence. People and Citizenship. Visit our website to know more about our services.

JOB OVERVIEW

Plan, coordinate and perform procurement assignments for various goods and services, including EPCM and its variants, engineered products, materials, services, and vendor management inventory programs. Plan, coordinate and provide support in the management of inventory and inventory controls. Review the adequacy of competitive sources, prepare agreement documents, review proponents' lists, evaluate proposals, negotiate contracts and prepare/issue various purchasing documents. Review claims, progress payments and escalation claims. Act as an information resource to requisitioners and suppliers and assess vendor performance. Review procurement, material, and quality plans from suppliers and provide comments. Perform Oversight on Suppliers' Procurement Processes. Coordinate and schedule oversight activities and prepare reports and Oversight plans. Interface with clients in support of daily, weekly, and monthly meetings as a Supply Chain representative to be the information resource to coordinate support for services and materials.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Working in accordance with prescribed safety procedures and regulations:

• Act as an information resource to users, requisitioners and suppliers on the Corporation's procurement processes and commercial considerations. Respond to vendor inquiries regarding supplier qualification procedures, agreement processes, contract standards, quality assurance programs, etc. Provide assistance to procurement groups on technical matters, including proponent list preparation, quality and regulatory requirements, surveillance assignments, acceptance criteria and testing, manufacturing problems, etc.
• Participate in daily, weekly and monthly meetings to plan, coordinate, and status various items and services to support site operations. Ability to implement strategies that consolidate and leverage the various tactical requests.
• Assess Market conditions and available supply base to support review of the adequacy of competitive sources and recommend corrective action where sources are insufficient. Develop a procurement strategy that considers the marketplace and the needs of both requisitioners and end-users. Develop and recommend sourcing strategies to the customer. Consult with the Supervisor or other Supply Chain Personnel, as well as internal or external staff and clients, when necessary.
• Review Laurentis Energy Partners' approved vendor lists to ensure adequacy for competitive sourcing. Monitor and track suppliers' performance. Investigate unsatisfactory vendor performance and work with the supplier to correct the situation or recommend the removal of the supplier from the approved lists. Maintain current records on suppliers' capabilities and performance.
• In all Sourcing Team situations, assemble the appropriate team members, lead the team at appropriate times to ensure Supply Chain accountabilities are met, and, overall, ensure governance related to Strategic Sourcing Teams is adhered to.
• Prepare or review draft and final Request for Quotations, Proposals, Information (RFI, RFQ, RFP), contracts, and purchase order documents, ensuring resolution of any areas of concern or ambiguity. Establish that acceptable quality program levels are assigned and that clear acceptance criteria exist
• Other Duties as Required

EXPERIENCE

We are seeking dynamic and results-driven professionals who have:

• Experience in understanding the commercial aspects of contracts, contract law and business administration.
• Experience in understanding the procedures and practices and to become generally knowledgeable of the interrelationships within the Division, other requisitioning departments throughout the Corporation as well as external organizations.
• A period of over 4 years and up to and including 6 years is considered necessary to gain this experience.

WHYLAURENTIS ENERGY PARTNERS?

We offer challenging, engaging, and diverse opportunities in a work environment where safety is a fundamental value. As a Laurentis employee, you’ll be able to apply your knowledge, broaden your skills, and make a valuable contribution to an organization that is vital to Ontario's success.

Here's whyLaurentis could be the ideal workplace for you:

• Exceptional range of opportunities province-wide.
• Fast-growing and dynamic working environment.
• Long-term career growth and development opportunities.
• We care about the safety and well-being of our employees. It is our utmost priority.
• We provide a supportive work environment where you can be your best every day.
• You can access opportunities to develop your career in our diverse lines of business.
• We provide spaces for innovative thinking and solutions.
• You will have new ways to give back to the communities where we operate.
• We support employment equity and diversity.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Please submit your resume by January 2, 2026. Laurentis thanks all applicants; however, only candidates who are considered for an interview will be contacted.

ACCOMMODATIONS

Laurentis Energy Partners is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and supported. If you require accommodation during the application or interview process, please advise us as soon as possible, so that appropriate arrangements can be made.

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