Team Lead, Procurement

Irving Shipbuilding; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading shipbuilding company in Nova Scotia is seeking a Team Lead, Procurement to manage procurement activities for the River-Class Destroyer program. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, with a background in supply chain management and a proven ability to drive results. This full-time position requires in-office presence and offers the opportunity to impact significant naval initiatives.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of supply chain experience in industrial or manufacturing environments.
• Proven leadership managing teams and driving results.
• Strong background in communication and supplier management.

Responsibilities

• Ensure consistent, high-quality procurement practices.
• Collaborate with teams to align procurement strategies.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships.

Skills

Leadership experience

Supplier performance management

Communication skills

Contracting principles

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Post-secondary education in business or related field

Job description

Overview

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for leading high-performing teams and driving procurement excellence? Join our dynamic team supporting the River-Class Destroyer (RCD) program, where your leadership will directly impact the success of one of Canada's most significant naval initiatives. As a Team Lead, Procurement, you will manage a team of Associate and Intermediate-level supply chain professionals responsible for lifecycle procurement activities for systems, equipment, and materials. You\'ll oversee packages of low to medium complexity and may personally lead high-impact, complex procurements requiring strategic oversight and cross-functional collaboration. This role is pivotal in ensuring safety, schedule adherence, cost optimization, and maximizing Industrial and Technological Benefits (ITB) throughout the Design & Manufacturing (D&M) phase.

Responsibilities

• Procurement Execution: Ensure consistent, high-quality procurement practices across all lifecycle stages.


• Stakeholder Coordination: Collaborate with internal teams to align procurement strategies with program goals.


• Supplier Management: Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to drive performance and accountability.


• Team Leadership: Develop and lead a high-performing team through engagement, skill-building, and competency development.


• Reporting: Provide structured and ad hoc reporting to support organizational visibility and decision-making.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in business or a related field.


• Minimum 7 years of supply chain experience in industrial, manufacturing, or construction environments.


• Proven leadership experience managing teams and driving results.


• Strong background in:
  
  
  • Excellent communication skills - clear, concise, and professional.
  
  
  • Supplier performance management (safety, quality, delivery, cost)
  
  
  • Contracting principles and competitive bidding law
  
  
  • Project management, scheduling, and change management
  
  


• Stakeholder engagement and cross-functional communication

Note: Due to the nature of work Irving Shipbuilding does, all successful applicants must meet requirements for the Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP), Canadian Government Security clearance, and U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

Please note this position requires a full-time, in-office presence.

About Us

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

About the Team

Irving Shipbuilding is proud to be Canada\u2019s National Shipbuilder. Our team is constructing more than 20 modern patrol ships and destroyers for the Royal Canadian Navy and Canadian Coast Guard as part of the largest defence procurement project in Canadian history.

By joining our team of more than 2,400 shipbuilders, you can enjoy a dynamic and exciting career with a company dedicated to your success, development, and safety.

At Irving Shipbuilding, we\'re making history - why not make it with us? Learn more about careers at Irving Shipbuilding: shipsforcanada.ca/opportunities.

We invite applications from all qualified candidates, including racially visible persons, women in underrepresented roles, persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and encourage applicants to self-identify.