Senior Procurement Specialist, Ship Repair

2 days ago

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada J.D. Irving, Limited Full time

Are you a seasoned procurement professional ready to take on a high-impact role in one of Canada's most significant naval programs? Join our dynamic team supporting ship repair and help shape the future of naval defense.

As a Senior Procurement Specialist, you'll be at the forefront of full lifecycle procurement for complex, high-value systems, equipment, and materials. You'll lead strategic sourcing, supplier engagement, contract negotiation, and performance management across a portfolio of critical procurement packages.

This is a hands-on, high-responsibility role where your expertise will directly influence the success of the ship repair program.


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.

Irving Shipbuilding is proud to be Canada's 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:  



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.

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