Director, Procurement

Join to apply for the Director, Procurement role at AGLC Alberta Gaming, Liquor & Cannabis (AGLC) is a dynamic organization leading Alberta’s gaming, liquor and cannabis industries. Our team of high performers is driven to provide our customers with outstanding service and Albertans with choices they can trust. ABOUT CORPORATE SERVICES This Corporate Services Division provides corporate business support services for AGLC. It consists of the Office of the CFO, Corporate Operations, Finance, Procurement, Properties, Strategy, Enterprise Risk Management and Internal Audit. ABOUT THE POSITION Director, Procurement Job Req: 1020 Division/Branch: Corporate Services / Procurement Status: Permanent - FT Reports to: Nick Knight Closing Date: January 9, 2026 Shape the future of procurement at AGLC. Lead with creativity, integrity, and impact. Reporting to the Vice President of Corporate Services and Chief Financial Officer, the Director of Procurement will champion AGLC’s centralized procurement function, ensuring our organization has the goods and services it needs to deliver on strategic priorities and operational excellence. This is more than a compliance role; it’s about building a modern, innovative procurement environment that balances business needs with transparency, fairness, and accountability. We’re looking for a leader who thrives on collaboration, takes initiative naturally, and inspires a culture where people feel valued and empowered. What You'll Do Provide visionary leadership to the Procurement branch, driving progressive and proactive practices that add measurable value. Guide strategic procurement planning, advisory services, procurement delivery, and vendor performance management. Build strong relationships across the organization, enabling client groups to achieve their goals while ensuring compliance with policies, legislation, and contract law. Foster a positive, inclusive workplace culture where creativity, integrity, and openness are at the core of how we work. What We're Looking For A creative, positive, and innovative leader who is hungry to make an impact and naturally takes initiative. A history of progressively responsible procurement experience within a complex organization. A history of leadership experience building great work environments and high performing teams. Ability to balance operational priorities with compliance and regulatory obligations to achieve optimal organizational outcomes. Experience in the public sector or similar environments where transparency, accountability, compliance, and stakeholder engagement are key, is an asset. Professional designations that demonstrate relevant expertise are an asset. Why Join Us At AGLC, we believe procurement is more than transactions, it’s a key enabler of organizational success and innovation, building trust, and shaping a culture where people thrive are the keys to success. You’ll have the opportunity to lead a team that values collaboration, fairness, and creativity, while making a tangible impact on the organization and the communities we serve. Please note that our offices are closed December 23 - January 2nd and this requisition will not be monitored during this time. NOTE: To be eligible to work for AGLC, you must be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident or eligible to work in Canada. While we appreciate all applications we receive, we advise that only candidates under consideration will be contacted. As a condition of employment, you will be required to obtain a satisfactory security clearance and clean drivers abstract (if necessary) prior to employment. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Candidates with lesser qualifications may be considered at a lower classification and salary. This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies. AGLC is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Seniority level Not Applicable Employment type Full-time Job function Purchasing Industries Government Administration Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at AGLC by 2x Get notified about new Director of Procurement jobs in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. #J-18808-Ljbffr