Senior Procurement Advisor

Valleyview Co-op; Saskatoon; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cooperative organization is seeking a Senior Procurement Advisor to oversee procurement processes, ensuring excellence in sourcing and supplier performance. This hybrid role, based near Saskatoon, offers competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth. Ideal candidates have 6-9 years of experience and relevant education. Apply by July 28, 2025.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

Pension plan

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• 6-9 years of relevant experience in procurement or related fields.
• Experience in architectural, engineering, and construction projects.
• Certifications in supply chain management or similar fields are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end procurement for Construction and Operations projects.
• Monitor supplier performance and ensure contract compliance.
• Act as a subject matter expert on procurement processes and tools.

Skills

Procurement management

Contract negotiation

Supplier performance monitoring

Data analytics

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business or a related field

Supply Chain Management Diploma/Certificate

Tools

Digital source-to-pay tools

Job description

Description

Federated Co-operatives Limited (FCL) is hiring a Senior Procurement Advisor on a permanent basis for our Procurement team.

This position offers a hybrid work opportunity with a preference for candidates based in or near Saskatoon, SK.

Join Federated Co-operatives Limited (FCL) as a Senior Procurement Advisor and play a key role in transforming procurement into a strategic, center-led function. You will work directly with business units to drive sourcing excellence, supplier performance, and cost efficiencies in a hybrid role based in Saskatoon.

Responsibilities include:

• Overseeing end-to-end procurement for FCL and Retail Co-op Construction and Operations projects, serving as the subject matter expert guiding stakeholders from contracting strategy and sourcing to negotiation and contract management.
• Monitoring supplier performance and ensuring contract compliance, resolving disputes, and addressing complex issues escalated from lower levels.
• Acting as a subject matter expert on procurement processes, systems, and tools, providing critical feedback to drive continuous improvement and change management.
• Serving as a key partner and technical lead in communication, change management, and training initiatives, ensuring effective delivery and adoption within assigned business units.

Collaborations:

You will work closely with local Co-ops, business unit stakeholders, and the Supply Chain Business Unit, reporting to the Senior Manager of Procurement, fostering a culture of collaboration, strategic thinking, and creativity.

Why it matters:

We support local Co-ops' growth by offering professional services such as marketing, market research, IT, HR, accounting, risk management, and business development.

Ideal candidate profile:

• 6-9 years of relevant experience in procurement or related fields like operations, engineering, finance, or accounting, with experience in architectural, engineering, and construction projects or similar scopes.
• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Commerce, Engineering, or a relevant field, along with a Supply Chain Management Diploma/Certificate or equivalent.
• Experience with sourcing, procurement, and digital source-to-pay tools, data analytics, and procurement at the operational level.
• Certificates in supply chain management, engineering, finance, or Lean/Six Sigma are advantageous.

What we offer:

• Competitive salary, short-term incentives, comprehensive benefits, and a pension plan.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• We operate as a cooperative, emphasizing community service, profit-sharing, and sustainable growth.

We are committed to accessibility and inclusivity. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please contact us. All information will be kept confidential.

If interested, please apply by July 28, 2025. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

This position may require a criminal record check in accordance with FCL policies.

FCL values diversity and inclusion, striving to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve, where everyone feels at home and can participate fully.

Required Experience: Senior IC

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Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience: 6-9 years

Vacancy: 1