Senior Procurement Specialist

Torus Talent; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 96,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

Torus Talent is recruiting an experienced Senior Procurement & Contracts Specialist on behalf of a mining infrastructure project. You will manage RFQ/tendering, vendor negotiations, and post-award administration for engineered equipment and fabrication contracts, coordinating with engineering and construction teams to meet schedules and budgets.

The role supports a six‑month engagement with ~1,000 hours, offering flexible remote work with occasional Burnaby office visits.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive experience in procurement, purchasing, or contract administration, preferably supporting capital projects.
• Experience managing the complete procurement lifecycle, from RFQ preparation through commercial bid evaluation, contract award, and post-award administration.
• Strong background in engineered equipment procurement, fabrication contracts, and industrial materials purchasing.
• Experience preparing and administering construction tender packages and subcontract agreements.
• Previous experience in mining, EPC/EPCM, engineering consulting, industrial construction, oil and gas, utilities, or infrastructure projects.
• Strong commercial acumen, including supplier negotiations, contract terms, bid evaluations, and vendor management.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with engineering, construction, and project management teams.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Duration: approximately 6 months, with an estimated 1,000 hours of work.
• Schedule: ramp-up followed by largely full-time hours, with gradual reduction as activities conclude.
• Location: flexible remote arrangements; occasional Burnaby office visits beneficial but not mandatory.
• Travel: no anticipated mine site travel requirements.
• Start: immediate or as soon as available.
• Extension: potential for additional assignments depending on project requirements and individual capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage RFQ and tender packages for engineered equipment, materials, and fabrication contracts.
• Coordinate with engineering and project teams to incorporate technical specifications, scopes of work, and contractual requirements into procurement packages.
• Manage competitive tendering processes, including vendor communications, bid clarifications, commercial evaluations, and contract award recommendations.
• Prepare purchase orders, contract documentation, and procurement award packages.
• Develop and administer construction tender packages for site installation contracts.
• Evaluate contractor submissions, negotiate commercial terms, and coordinate contract awards.
• Monitor supplier performance, equipment fabrication schedules, delivery milestones, and contractual obligations.
• Coordinate vendor expediting, inspection requirements, and third-party inspection activities.
• Track vendor documentation, including inspection and test plans, technical submissions, and final equipment documentation.
• Support post-award contract administration, including change management, payment milestones, and project closeout documentation.

Skills

Procurement

Contracts management

Vendor negotiation

RFQ & Tendering

Project procurement lifecycle

Engineering procurement

Stakeholder management

Job description

Torus Talent is recruiting an experienced Senior Procurement & Contracts Specialist on behalf of an engineering consulting client supporting a mining infrastructure project.

This individual will be responsible for managing procurement and contracting activities associated with the construction of a mine booster pumphouse, including engineered equipment purchases, fabrication contracts, and construction installation packages.

We are looking for a self-sufficient procurement professional who can independently manage the full procurement lifecycle, from preparing tender packages and evaluating commercial proposals through contract awards, vendor coordination, and post-award administration.

The engagement will begin with a short ramp-up period, followed by predominantly full-time hours, before tapering off as the project progresses. There may be opportunities for additional work beyond the initial contract.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage Request for Quotation (RFQ) and tender packages for engineered equipment, materials, and fabrication contracts.
• Coordinate with engineering and project teams to incorporate technical specifications, scopes of work, and contractual requirements into procurement packages.
• Manage competitive tendering processes, including vendor communications, bid clarifications, commercial evaluations, and contract award recommendations.
• Prepare purchase orders, contract documentation, and procurement award packages.
• Develop and administer construction tender packages for site installation contracts.
• Evaluate contractor submissions, negotiate commercial terms, and coordinate contract awards.
• Monitor supplier performance, equipment fabrication schedules, delivery milestones, and contractual obligations.
• Coordinate vendor expediting, inspection requirements, and third-party inspection activities.
• Track vendor documentation, including inspection and test plans, technical submissions, and final equipment documentation.
• Support post-award contract administration, including change management, payment milestones, and project closeout documentation.

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 7+ years of progressive experience in procurement, purchasing, or contract administration, preferably supporting capital projects.
• Demonstrated experience managing the complete procurement lifecycle, from RFQ preparation through commercial bid evaluation, contract award, and post-award administration.
• Strong background in engineered equipment procurement, fabrication contracts, and industrial materials purchasing.
• Experience preparing and administering construction tender packages and subcontract agreements.
• Previous experience in mining, EPC/EPCM, engineering consulting, industrial construction, oil and gas, utilities, or infrastructure projects.
• Strong commercial acumen, including supplier negotiations, contract terms, bid evaluations, and vendor management.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with engineering, construction, and project management teams.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Duration: Approximately 6 months, with an estimated 1,000 hours of work.
• Schedule: Initial ramp-up followed by largely full-time hours, with a gradual reduction as project activities conclude.
• Location: Flexible remote working arrangements. Occasional visits to the Burnaby office would be beneficial but are not mandatory.
• Travel: No anticipated mine site travel requirements.
• Start: Immediate or as soon as a suitable candidate is available.
• Extension: Potential for additional assignments or longer-term opportunities depending on project requirements and individual capabilities.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced procurement professional who enjoys taking ownership of projects and working closely with engineering and construction teams.

You will play a key role in delivering a defined mining infrastructure project while enjoying flexible working arrangements and the opportunity to contribute your expertise across equipment procurement, commercial contracting, and vendor management.