Strategic Procurement Leader

2 weeks ago


Edmonton, Alberta, Canada ATCO Full time

Division: Climate Adaptation and Reliability, Electricity

Location: Edmonton or Calgary, AB

Are you ready to make a lasting impact in the energy sector? We're seeking a skilled Procurement Manager to lead our EPC contract administration and procurement efforts.

Job Summary:

The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing procurement strategies, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring compliance with internal and external procurement policies.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Translate corporate goals into achievable procurement objectives.
  • Assign work and ensure accountability for outcomes.
  • Develop and implement resourcing plans to meet business needs.
  • Update leadership on procurement status, team performance, and required support.
  • Use critical thinking to interpret and translate daily interactions into work tasks, risks, and mitigation plans.
  • Coach and mentor staff, junior team members, stakeholders, and other departments on purchasing strategies, policies, and processes.
  • Lead vendor development, relationship, and partnership management.
  • Develop and implement procurement strategies based on strategic priorities and work scope requirements.
  • Evaluate competitive bids and vendor packages for compliance and make recommendations for award or further action.
  • Negotiate terms and conditions of contracts and establish contractual agreements with suppliers/contractors.
  • Recommends, institutes, tracks, and monitors contract security requirements such as Letters of Credit, Performance Bonds, etc.
  • Delegate the issuance, creation, and approval of requisitions, purchase orders, and contract change orders.
  • Lead process and coordinate with stakeholders to resolve contract issues and/or disputes.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Supply Chain Management, or equivalent.
  • Preference for those with a master's degree.
  • Designated as a Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM).
  • Minimum years of experience in procurement and supply chain with years in supervisory/management roles.
  • Expert knowledge and experience with EPC contracts, electrical transmission, and/or distribution utilities.
  • Exceptional interpersonal, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to influence and lead others within a matrix organizational structure.
  • Ability to prioritize completion of deliverables and meet commitments.

What We Offer:

  • A culture based on caring, integrity, agility, collaboration, and striving for excellence.
  • Competitive compensation.
  • Flex benefits.
  • Tuition assistance program.
  • Training and mentorship programs.

As a valued member of our team, you'll enjoy a dynamic work environment, opportunities for growth and development, and a competitive compensation package.

We're an equal opportunities employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. If you're passionate about procurement and supply chain management, we encourage you to apply.



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