Purchasing Lead

24 EllisDon Industrial Inc.; Fort Saskatchewan; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

PME Inc., part of the EllisDon group, is seeking a Purchasing Lead to build and develop a team of purchasers, manage the full purchasing cycle across multiple projects, and ensure cost‑effective procurement that supports field operations.

The role requires 5–8 years of purchasing experience, including 3–5 years in construction, strong negotiation, planning, and communication skills, and knowledge of Western Canada markets.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Procurement, Logistics, Construction Management, Commerce, or equivalent.
• 5–8 years of purchasing experience, including 3–5 years within the construction industry.
• Experience leading procurement teams; prior lead experience is a heavily favoured asset.
• Experience supporting self-performing heavy civil and infrastructure projects.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, planning, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of construction materials, equipment, rentals, and supplier networks across Western Canada.
• Ability to manage high-volume purchasing demands and multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach & develop a team of purchasers.
• Manage full purchasing cycle: requisitions, quotes, POs, expediting, delivery, and resolution.
• Handle high-volume purchasing across multiple projects with cost-effectiveness.
• Review project requirements, schedules, budgets, and lead times to prevent delays.
• Monitor market conditions, supplier capacity, and long-lead items to mitigate risk.
• Collaborate with PMs, Superintendents, Estimators, and Finance to align procurement with plans.
• Coordinate with Accounts Payable to ensure accurate POs and timely payments.
• Maintain procurement records and cost coding for audits.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Planning

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Diploma/Degree in SCM

Tools

Explorer Eclipse

Job description

Connect with us LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter. In 2012, PME Inc. joined the EllisDon group of companies and currently functions as a self-performing, heavy civil contractor. PME offers a comprehensive range of services, such as Earthworks and Undergrounds, Pipeline, and Railways, and is committed to upholding EllisDon's values of integrity, mutual respect, safety, and quality. PME Inc. champions a zero-harm culture, prioritizing safety and environmental responsibility. They exceed regulatory requirements and have a Responsive Modified Work Program to ensure workplace safety. They value diversity and inclusion, understanding that different perspectives lead to innovation. We are committed to sustainable and equitable relationships with Indigenous communities, focusing on mutual respect and transparent communication. In case you’re curious, here’s what the industry thinks of us and some of the impacts we've made to the communities we work in and our latest Impact Report, highlighting how we're putting our values into practice in areas such as the climate & environment, inclusive diversity, indigenous relations, and health and safety.

You as a Purchasing Lead will:

• Lead, coach & develop a team of purchasers.
• Lead the full purchasing cycle, including requisition review, budget evaluation, supplier quote evaluation, supplier award, purchase order creation, order tracking, expediting, delivery coordination, and issue resolution.
• Execute high-volume purchasing activities across multiple construction entities with multiple active projects while maintaining accuracy, cost effectiveness, and responsiveness to changing project priorities.
• Review project requirements, schedules, budgets, and lead times to proactively identify procurement needs and reduce delays to field operations.
• Monitor market conditions, material availability, supplier capacity, and long-lead items to mitigate procurement and supply chain risks.
• Analyze purchasing trends, project forecasts, and supplier options to identify opportunities for cost savings, volume discounts, supplier consolidation, standardization, and improved buying agreements.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with suppliers, manufacturers, distributors, rental providers, and service partners.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, delivery schedules, service agreements, rebates, and volume discounts to support project and organizational objectives.
• Collaborate with Project Managers, Superintendents, Estimators, Equipment Manager, Operations leaders, and Finance to align procurement activities with project schedules, budgets, and operational needs.
• Collaborate with Accounts Payable to ensure purchase orders are accurately prepared, maintained, and updated to support timely and efficient downstream payment processing.
• Maintain accurate procurement records, purchase orders, quotations, supplier documentation, and cost coding to support reporting, audits, and compliance requirements.

Is this the right role for you? Diploma or degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Procurement, Logistics, Construction Management, Commerce, or a related discipline; an equivalent combination of education and relevant construction procurement experience may be considered. Minimum 5–8 years of purchasing experience, including 3–5 years within the construction industry. Previous lead experience will be a heavily favoured asset. Experience will equipment shop pushing will be considered an asset. Explorer Eclipse experience will be considered an asset. Demonstrated experience supporting self-performing heavy civil and infrastructure projects. Proven ability to manage high-volume purchasing demands, multiple stakeholders, competing priorities, and time-sensitive procurement requirements. Strong working knowledge of construction materials, equipment, rentals, consumables, supplier networks, and regional market conditions across Western Canada. Strong negotiation, analytical, planning, communication, and problem-solving skills. Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to work independently and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced construction environment. Sound understanding of purchasing contracts, commercial terms, supplier agreements, procurement documentation, and ethical purchasing practices. Collaborative, service-focused approach with the ability to build strong relationships with internal teams and external suppliers. Demonstrated leadership capability, including the ability to set priorities, delegate work, coach team members, hold others accountable, and support a productive team environment.

EllisDon is proud to provide this unique career opportunity that provides continuous learning, opportunity for growth, and a competitive compensation package within an environment that is committed to inclusion and respects diversity.

Go ahead and be yourself. We'll pay you for it!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome people of any age, culture, subculture, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nationality, ethnicity, race, size, mental or physical status, veteran status, religion, language, political opinion, working-style preference, family status, education, and socio-economic status.

The EllisDon core values of Integrity and Mutual Respect welcomes everyone, at work and in the community, and our value of Mutual Accountability, means that we all have a role to play. As an EllisDon employee, this will ultimately be your commitment to Inclusive Diversity.

Accommodation for Applicants with disabilities will be made during the recruitment process when requested.

We are committed to providing a positive candidate experience and ensuring timely updates are provided to all candidates.

EllisDon uses AI tools to assist in screening and assessing applicants for this position.

PME Inc., part of the EllisDon group, is a self-performing, heavy civil contractor known for its comprehensive range of services including Earthworks, Underground, Pipeline, and Railways. Sharing EllisDon's values of integrity, mutual respect, safety, and quality, PME Inc. foster a zero-harm culture, prioritizing safety and environmental responsibility. We exceed regulatory requirements and have a Responsive Modified Work Program to ensure workplace safety. Valuing diversity and inclusion, PME Inc. is committed to sustainable and equitable relationships with Indigenous communities, focusing on mutual respect and transparent communication. Our impact extends to climate & environment, inclusive diversity, indigenous relations, and health and safety, reflecting their dedication to making a positive difference in the communities they serve.