Manager, Procurement

A career that gives you purpose. A company that stands up for you. A team where you can be yourself. Sound too good to be true? This is life at Houle. We believe in empowering communities through local projects that positively impact people's lives. We're a passionate group of people who love collaborating on innovative and challenging projects.

About This Role We are recruiting a

Manager, Procurement

to lead Houle's procurement team and help shape the future of our supply chain.

The

Manager, Procurement

will build strategic supplier partnerships, advance procurement systems and data, support industrialized construction, and ensure materials and equipment are sourced competitively, reliably, and in alignment with project needs.

As Houle advances manufacturing, prefabrication, and more integrated project delivery, procurement is a critical enabler. This leader will connect suppliers, data, material planning, and project teams to improve value, resilience, and execution across the business.

Your Responsibilities

Develop and execute company-wide procurement and supply chain strategies aligned with business priorities

Lead, coach, and develop the Procurement team, creating clear accountability, strong service, and consistent practices across regions

Build strategic relationships with distributors, manufacturers, and key suppliers that create value beyond unit price

Lead complex negotiations, strategic agreements, supplier claims, rebate programs, and contract compliance

Develop category strategies that improve cost, quality, availability, service, and supply chain resilience

Partner early with Estimating, Project Management, Operations, Manufacturing, and VDC to align material strategies with project requirements and schedules

Enable industrialized construction through material standardization, BOM-driven procurement, kitting, and reliable supply to manufacturing operations

Improve forecasting, demand visibility, inventory strategy, and material planning across projects and locations

Establish supplier scorecards and procurement KPIs for cost, quality, delivery, risk, and service performance

Lead the development, integration, and adoption of procurement systems, pricing data, workflows, analytics, and reporting

Develop procurement policies, procedures, governance, and training that support consistent and scalable execution

Identify supply risks, suitable alternatives, and value opportunities while maintaining technical and project requirements

Lead change in a practical and people-focused way, embedding continuous improvement into the team's daily work

Your Experience And Skills

7+ years of progressive experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, supply chain, purchasing, or category management

5+ years of experience leading teams and developing people

Proven experience negotiating complex supplier agreements and managing commercial risk

Strong knowledge of construction, electrical, manufacturing, industrial, or project-based supply chains

Experience building supplier strategies, performance measures, and long-term partnerships

Experience improving procurement systems, processes, analytics, and data quality

Demonstrated ability to lead organizational change and work effectively across all levels of the business

SCMP designation, enrollment in an SCMP program, or equivalent education is an asset

Experience with ERP and procurement platforms; JD Edwards experience is an asset

Strong communication, negotiation, coaching, analytical, and problem-solving skills

About Houle As BC's leading electrical contractor and systems integrator, we believe in delivering safe, reliable power for the future. From hospitals and universities, to airports, shipping terminals and shopping centres, our electrical and technology professionals proudly provide innovative solutions that create value for our customers every day.

Since 1944, we've been dedicated to our craft, committed to quality workmanship, and building teams that thrive. Driven by purpose and connected through collaboration, our focus on people guides our success in delivering some of the most exciting infrastructure projects in the province.

As a certified

Great Place to Work , recognized

Best Workplaces for Women , and one of Canada's

Best Managed

companies, we have been recognized for our efforts in creating a safe and inclusive work environment.

Why join our team?

We emphasize having a work-life balance – We embrace work-life balance and offer flexible work arrangements including hybrid work options for eligible roles, and a competitive vacation policy.

Continuous development is a top priority