Senior Advisor, Procurement

Altotrain; Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Alto is seeking a Senior Advisor, Procurement to lead procurement strategies for high-value files and projects, collaborating with Legal, Finance, and business units. The role supports cross-functional teams across the organization and requires advanced expertise in procurement lifecycle.

Montreal or Ottawa-based, remote work if applicable is not indicated. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience with RFx processes, contracts, and crown procurement, delivering risk-managed,

Qualifications

• Fluency in English is required; proficiency in French is considered an asset.
• 8+ years of experience preparing, managing, and evaluating RFx processes and negotiating contracts.
• Experience within the past five (5) years in public procurement processes, preferably with Crown corporations.
• Proven experience with the end-to-end procurement lifecycle, including RFPs, RFSPs, sole-source procurements, development of evaluation criteria and weightings, evaluation processes, consensus meetings, contract awards, and contract amendments.
• Experience managing complex procurement initiatives involving high-value contracts, multiple stakeholders, detailed evaluation criteria, significant risk, extended timelines, evaluation committees, vendor demonstrations, contract negotiations, and executive approvals.
• Strong negotiation, stakeholder management, and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent written communication skills, including the ability to develop RFx documentation and related procurement communications.
• Knowledge of national and international procurement laws, regulations, and trade agreements.
• Experience with SAP and MERX is considered an asset.
• Demonstrated initiative and autonomy, combined with strong organizational, planning, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders, understand their needs, and recommend procurement best practices.
• Conduct market research and analysis, and assess market conditions, competition, and associated risks.
• Initiate assigned files through client kick-off meetings to ensure all stakeholders understand their roles and responsibilities within the procurement process.
• Develop procurement strategies and initiatives, identifying opportunities and potential risks.
• Prepare and issue RFx documents, ensuring requirements are clearly defined and aligned with business needs.
• Lead evaluation teams, ensuring roles and responsibilities are clearly understood and guiding the team toward consensus.
• Ensure the accuracy of contractual commitments reflected in purchase orders issued by the Finance Expertise Centre.
• Coordinate contract renewals and amendments, and support business units in the application and interpretation of contract provisions.
• Prepare briefing notes and reports for management as required.

Skills

English fluency

French asset

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Communication skills

Autonomy

Planning skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration/Finance/Legal Services

Tools

SAP

MERX

Job description

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At Alto, we are actively contributing to the transformation of Canada's future with our high-speed train project connecting Quebec City and Toronto. With the support of the Government of Canada, this innovative project aims to improve the quality of life of our citizens, strengthen ties between communities and stimulate economic growth.

Would you like to take on a stimulating, high-impact challenge? We are looking for a Senior Advisor, Procurement.

Please note that the candidate may be based Montreal or Ottawa.

The role

Under the supervision of the Director, Corporate Procurement, the Senior Advisor, Procurement is responsible for developing and implementing procurement strategies for assigned files and projects. This is a high-energy, fast-paced role that is essential to supporting Alto’s growing business requirements.

The Senior Advisor, Procurement works collaboratively with various stakeholders to mitigate risks, coordinate procurement activities across cross-functional teams, and apply procurement best practices. Working closely with the Legal team, they actively participate in the development, drafting, and review of procurement-related agreements and contractual documents.

This role is intended for experienced senior advisors and should not be confused with the role of Supply Chain Specialists.

The responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders, understand their needs, and recommend procurement best practices.
• Conduct market research and analysis, and assess market conditions, competition, and associated risks.
• Initiate assigned files through client kick-off meetings to ensure all stakeholders understand their roles and responsibilities within the procurement process.
• Develop procurement strategies and initiatives, identifying opportunities and potential risks.
• Prepare and issue RFx documents, ensuring requirements are clearly defined and aligned with business needs.
• Lead evaluation teams, ensuring roles and responsibilities are clearly understood and guiding the team toward consensus.
• Ensure the accuracy of contractual commitments reflected in purchase orders issued by the Finance Expertise Centre.
• Coordinate contract renewals and amendments, and support business units in the application and interpretation of contract provisions.
• Prepare briefing notes and reports for management as required.

The qualifications

• Fluency in English is required; proficiency in French is considered an asset.
• Post-secondary education in Business Administration, Finance, Legal Services, or an equivalent field.
• Minimum of eight (8) years of experience preparing, managing, and evaluating RFx processes and negotiating contracts.
• Experience within the past five (5) years in public procurement processes, preferably with Crown corporations.
• Proven experience with the end-to-end procurement lifecycle, including Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Requests for Supply Arrangements (RFSAs), sole-source procurements, development of evaluation criteria and weightings, evaluation processes, consensus meetings, contract awards, and contract amendments.
• Experience managing complex procurement initiatives involving high-value contracts, multiple stakeholders, detailed evaluation criteria, significant risk, extended timelines, evaluation committees, vendor demonstrations, contract negotiations, and executive approvals.
• Strong negotiation, stakeholder management, and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent written communication skills, including the ability to develop RFx documentation and related procurement communications.
• Knowledge of national and international procurement laws, regulations, and trade agreements.
• Experience with SAP and MERX is considered an asset.
• Demonstrated initiative and autonomy, combined with strong organizational, planning, and leadership skills.

Why join our innovative team?

• Basic paid group insurance for you and your family: medical, dental, life, disability, etc.
• Access to wellness and health accounts to support your lifestyle.
• Flex-Alto account of $500 to encourage a healthier approach and a more sustainable mode of transportation.
• A retirement plan and savings options (RRSP and TFSA).
• Vacations based on experience, available upon hiring.
• An incentive compensation program.
• A work environment that encourages initiative, innovation, and forward-thinking solutions.
• A unique opportunity to shape the future of transportation in Canada.

We work to create high-performance, diversified teams

At Alto, we believe in the power of diverse teams. We aspire to provide an inclusive and equitable work environment where everyone can develop and flourish. Alto offers equal employment opportunities to all and invites qualified individuals, regardless of their identity, origin or situation, to apply.

Please let us know if you need any adjustments during the recruitment process. We will do our utmost to provide you with a fair and pleasant experience, while keeping any adjustments confidential.

Please note that we will communicate only with those candidates whose applications are selected for further consideration.

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