Strategic Procurement Manager – Heavy Equipment

A Landry Fabrication; Eel River Crossing; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health and dental coverage

Life insurance and long-term disable

Company pension plan

Professional development training

Supportive team environment

Job summary

ALFAB, a leader in heavy-equipment fabrication, seeks a Procurement Manager to oversee sourcing, purchasing and supplier relations for the Eel River Crossing facility. You will develop strategies, manage inventories with Production and Warehouse teams, and support production schedules with reliable materials.

You will lead contract negotiations, monitor supplier performance, and establish procurement policies to ensure timely, cost-effective procurement.

Qualifications

• College diploma or university degree in supply chain or related discipline, or equivalent experience.
• Experience in procurement or purchasing, preferably in manufacturing.
• Previous supervisory or management experience preferred.
• Heavy equipment, fabrication, or industrial manufacturing experience is a strong asset.
• Ability to work in an environment of changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead all procurement and purchasing activities for the manufacturing operation.
• Develop sourcing strategies that reduce costs while maintaining quality and service levels.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing agreements, and terms with suppliers.
• Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers to support business growth.
• Monitor supplier performance, quality, delivery, and compliance metrics.
• Manage inventory levels in collaboration with production and warehouse teams.
• Analyze purchasing data and market trends to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Ensure uninterrupted supply of materials required for production schedules.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Fabrication
• Establish and maintain procurement policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Prepare forecasts, budgets, and procurement reports for leadership.
• Mitigate supply chain risks through contingency planning and supplier diversification.

Skills

Supply chain management

Procurement

Vendor management

Manufacturing experience

Leadership

Education

College/University degree in supply chain or business

Job description

ALFAB, a leader in heavy-equipment fabrication, seeks a Procurement Manager to oversee sourcing, purchasing and supplier relations for the Eel River Crossing facility. You will develop strategies, manage inventories with Production and Warehouse teams, and support production schedules with reliable materials.

You will lead contract negotiations, monitor supplier performance, and establish procurement policies to ensure timely, cost-effective procurement.