Procurement Specialist

Global Container Terminals; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 92,264 - 109,104; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Defined benefit pension

Job summary

Global Container Terminals is seeking a Procurement Specialist at our Broadway Tech Office in Vancouver, BC, to drive advanced strategic initiatives and core procurement operations. You will handle CAPEX projects, spend analytics, and vendor management, partnering with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced maritime environment.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in procurement, experience leading RFx, contract negotiations, and a strong ERP background.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain or related field.
• 8+ years of procurement experience with strategic sourcing and operations purchasing.
• Experience leading RFx, contract negotiation, supplier management, and CAPEX procurement projects.
• Fleet purchasing and terminal operating company experience is a plus.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to balance strategic projects with daily tasks as needs evolve.
• ERP experience required.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic sourcing initiatives, cost savings & supplier performance.
• Manage end-to-end contract lifecycle including negotiation and compliance.
• Lead CAPEX procurement projects with cross-functional teams.
• Perform advanced spend & category analytics and lead continuous process improvements.
• Support operational procurement and expedite PO issuance during peak periods.
• Complete additional duties as required.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain or related field

Tools

ERP system

Job description

Salary Range: CA$92,264.00 To CA$109,104.00 Annually

Deadline: Applications will be accepted until August 19, 2026. GCT is the operator of the largest container terminal in the country and one of the largest employers in the maritime sector. We are the major entry point for international trade in Canada, totaling over $2 billion in economic output each year. Operating on the West Coast for over a hundred years, with the support of our people, we played a major role in the development of the Asia Pacific Gateway.

We offer rewarding opportunities for team-oriented individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment that are accountable, innovative, and driven to achieve challenging goals. We have an opportunity for a Procurement Specialist within our Procurement department at our Broadway Tech Office in Vancouver, BC.

Key Responsibilities

Reporting to the Manager, Procurement, This role will focus on driving advanced strategic initiatives and core operations procurement activities. This role is key to the procurement department, that requires a dynamic professional who can seamlessly pivot from high-level CAPEX project leadership, spend analytics, and process improvement to daily transactional efficiency and vendor management.

This is an opportunity to shape a growing procurement function, where you will have a direct impact on both our operational backbone and our long-term sourcing strategies. The ideal candidate has high-level procurement experience, excellent communication, analytical skills, and is comfortable working cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment.

General Duties

• Lead strategic sourcing initiatives, identifying cost-saving opportunities and improving supplier performance.
• Manage end-to-end contract lifecycle, including negotiation, execution, and compliance monitoring.
• Lead end-to-end procurement processes for CAPEX projects, collaborating closely with cross-functional internal stakeholders to ensure project success.
• Drive procurement excellence by performing advanced spend & category analytics and leading continuous process improvements
• Support operational procurement as needed, stepping in to manage and expedite PO issuance and vendor management during peak periods.
• Complete additional duties as required.

Compensation

• The salary range is: $92,264 – $109,104 (Band S4)
• Annual Annual Incentive Plan.
• Competitive benefits including a defined benefit pension plan.

Requirements Education & Experience:

You bring the following knowledge and experience:

• Bachelors Degree in Business, Supply Chain or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in procurement, with a strong mix of strategic sourcing and operational purchasing.
• Demonstrated experience in leading RFx process, contract negotiation, supplier management, and complex CAPEX procurement projects in alignment with cross-functional teams.
• Fleet purchasing experience and terminal operating company experience can be strong assets.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to pivot between strategic projects and daily operational tasks as business needs evolve.
• ERP system experience is required.
• Team player with a continuous improvement attitude.

This position is Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm and may require occasional overtime hours and flexibility to work afternoons/weekend shifts on an as-need basis.

Leadership Practices

Model the Way – Leaders find their voice by clarifying their personal values and expressing them in a style that is authentically their own, and they set the example by aligning actions with shared values.

Inspire a Shared Vision – Leaders envision the future by imagining exciting and ennobling possibilities and enlisting others in a common vision by appealing to shared aspirations.

Challenge the Process – Leaders search for opportunities by seeking innovative ways to change, grow, and improve. They also experiment and take risks by constantly generating small wins and learning from mistakes.

Enable Others to Act – Leaders foster collaboration by promoting cooperative goals and building trust. They strengthen others by sharing power and discretion.

Encourage the Heart – Leaders recognize contributions by showing appreciation for individual excellence. They also celebrate values and victories by creating spirit of community

GCT is an Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, or medical history, disability, veteran status, and all other non-merit characteristics. Please feel welcome to advise us on your preferred pronouns in your application.