Specialist, Indigenous Supply Chain and Partnerships

OverviewAtkinsRéalis is one of Canada's largest private sector nuclear engineering groups. We have provided a wide range of services to the nuclear industry in Canada and around the world for more than 60 years. We are proud to be the steward of Canadian CANDU nuclear technology.About The Role – AtkinsRéalis released our Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) in Nov 2023. Our RAP includes commitments to diversify our supply chain, include more Indigenous owned businesses in procurement, support capability building opportunities, and increase partner opportunities with Indigenous businesses. This position will lead efforts to diversify our Nuclear Canada supply chain and ensure Indigenous owned businesses are mapped to project opportunities. It supports immediate procurement opportunities and builds relationships for future collaboration between Indigenous businesses and project needs. This role will be based in Pickering, Port Elgin or Sheridan Park.ResponsibilitiesAs a subject matter expert in procurement and supply chain diversification, provide leadership, guidance and strategic advice on Indigenous procurement.Enhance awareness and understanding of Indigenous procurement initiatives and targets at all levels within the organization.Identify, develop and roll out business process improvements to enhance operational efficiency of Indigenous procurement.Collaborate with business groups to identify Indigenous procurement opportunities, recommend procurement models and sourcing methods, and support development and implementation of Indigenous procurement strategies.Participate in project planning and needs assessment for Indigenous procurement targets and commitments.Report on the status of Indigenous procurement initiatives, troubleshoot issues, and escalate where necessary with recommendations for resolution.Coordinate Indigenous Engagement Supply Chain meetings, respond to Indigenous Procurement queries, and manage Indigenous procurement records and reporting requirements.Facilitate outreach to Indigenous communities and businesses to support business development.Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders (procurement, project teams, Indigenous engagement).Provide detailed consultation, leadership, guidance and strategic advice on Indigenous procurement and relationship building with Indigenous communities.Lead outreach to Indigenous businesses and identify Indigenous businesses whose capabilities support procurement needs.Lead internal marketing campaigns to spotlight Indigenous businesses to the wider company.Collaborate with procurement team to ensure inclusion of Indigenous businesses in the supplier database.Draft scopes of work for Indigenous Engagement needs and coordinate with procurement for RFP/PO phases.Why choose AtkinsRéalis as an employer?The opportunity to work on various major projects for internal and external clients.An environment that values work-life balance.A wide array of learning and development opportunities.Competitive pay, flexible benefits, an employee share plan, and a defined contribution pension plan.A work environment focused on health and safety.The Ideal CandidateGraduate in relevant field or equivalent experience.A Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) designation or equivalent.Minimum of 5 years of procurement and sourcing experience or equivalent.Experience working with Indigenous groups, including ability to build positive relationships with Indigenous communities and businesses.Experience planning and leading procurement processes, including drafting procurement strategies and contracting documents, leading evaluations and negotiations, and managing supplier relationships.Strong knowledge of public sector sourcing, contract and competitive bid laws, and supply chain policies, procedures and best practices.Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams in complex business environments, with multiple stakeholders and strategic considerations. Sound judgment, strategic and pragmatic thinking, and a growth mindset. Ability to consider diverse perspectives and drive process improvements.Effective written and verbal communication skills; ability to prepare and deliver engaging presentations and adapt communication to different audiences.Strong understanding of barriers for Indigenous businesses and unconscious bias.Thorough understanding of and experience working with First Nations, Inuit and Métis populations.Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build collaborative relationships with stakeholders.Motivated, ambitious, and results-driven.Excellent MS Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).Ability to prioritize, work independently and collaboratively.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Conditions:Pass security clearance.Driver’s license required for some travel to events.Hours: 37.5/week, with flexible agreed work hours.Potential weekend work for events.Legal and privacy noticesAt AtkinsRéalis cares about your privacy. 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