Specialist, Procurement

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Location: Scarborough, ON, CA

Operating Sector: Finance

Position Title: Specialist, Procurement

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!

As a Canadian leader in infrastructure development, Aecon is safely and sustainably building what matters for future generations to thrive! We lead some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of our generation, at the forefront of transformational change in transportation and energy, and partnering every day to build, connect, power, and strengthen our communities.

At Aecon, you can count on:

• Safety Always. Our number one core value. If we can’t do it safely, we don’t do it at all.
• Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
• Accountability. We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.

We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. So, we invest in our people, just like they invest in us!

At Aecon we:

• Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
• Believe in helping you build your career through our Aecon University and Leadership Programs.
• Are committed to supporting and investing in inclusive work environments, through initiatives like Equity, Diversity & Inclusion training, our Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs, and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to ensure we are building inclusion into every aspect of our culture at Aecon.
• Are a leader in sustainable construction.With a strong commitment to operating responsibly by minimizing our impact on the environment and surrounding communities.

Our business success relies on strong execution and continuous improvement – driven by the diversity, expertise and teamwork of our people. We’re always searching the globe for innovative, collaborative minds to join our best-in-class Aecon community!

What is the Opportunity?

Faster. Smarter. Safer. This is how Aecon Utilities is committed to delivering projects. We simply do it better. We are Ontario’s premier utility contractor and are ready to become Canada’s #1 utility construction provider. Aecon is proud to build some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of this generation. From the roads and transit systems that connect our communities, to the communication networks that link us from coast-to-coast, and the water infrastructure that supplies our businesses and homes. Our integral work includes constructing the pipelines that join provinces with the energy that fuels the nation, and the airports and ports that connect us all. Aecon is there, safely, and sustainably building the future.

The Power Construction Services team at Aecon is bringing engaging in large scale engineering, procurement and construction solutions for customers across Canada. The service offering includes high voltage transmission towers, substations, EV charging stations, battery energy storage plants / facilities, power line installations and the integration of these solutions to the overall power grids. Reporting to the Procurement Team Lead, the Procurement Specialist is responsible for all purchasing related activities of these products and for ensuring the delivery of materials/ services to the site occurs on time, at the right price the first time.

This position acts as a liaison between the project teams from various business units, fellow procurement team members and field workers and must possess strong knowledge of products, procurement policies and procedures relevant to our energy product suite. This person will work with the manufacturers and distributors and estimating teams for the above noted business units to source materials and negotiate best price for total cost of goods at time of tender.

What You’ll Do Here:

• Develop and execute procurement strategies to secure high-quality materials, equipment, and services for EPC projects.
• Negotiate contracts, terms, and conditions with suppliers to ensure favorable agreements for the company.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand project requirements and align procurement activities with project timelines.
• Implement sustainable procurement practices, considering environmental and social impacts in supplier selection and sourcing decisions.
• Ensure that procurement activity is ethical and adheres to the Project Procurement Policy.
• Adherence to Aecon preferred supplier sourcing footprint.
• Create purchase orders in SAP, ensuring accuracy in material master usage and develop/include project and purchase order specific terms and conditions.
• Document control and document management of all procurement related activities for tracking and communication purposes

What Your Bring to the Team:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years experience in procurement, preferably in the energy sector.
• Previous experience working on major projects with procurements spend greater than $5M
• Strong negotiation skills and a proven ability to secure advantageous deals with suppliers.
• Knowledge of sustainable procurement practices and a commitment to environmental responsibility.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective supplier relationships.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.)
• Relevant certifications such as Certified Professional in Supply Management (SCMP dedication) is a plus.
• Self-starter who approaches his/her work with a sense of urgency.
• Able to handle multiple competing task.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Technical understanding of SAP.

Aecon fosters diversity, inclusion and belonging within and across our organization. We welcome all to apply including, women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner. Through the implementation of the requirements of the ACA and its applicable regulations, appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.