Intermediate Procurement Specialist, River Class Destroyer

at  Irving Shipbuilding

The Intermediate Procurement Specialist is accountable for full lifecycle procurement activities for a portfolio of medium-to-high complexity procurement packages for the River Class Destroyer (RCD) program, inclusive of systems/equipment/material.
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.

• Post secondary education in a relevant discipline preferred or an extra two years of experience in lieu of education.
• In-depth understanding of end-to-end supply chain, procurement activities, generally achieved through practical on the job work experience.
• Demonstrated ability to complete assigned procurement tasks, with a minimum of 3 years of experience in Shipbuilding, Aerospace/Defence, Heavy Manufacturing, Construction industry.

• Demonstrated ability to analyze & synthesize large amounts of information with high attention to detail.Demonstrated proficiency with MS office suite.

All successful applicants must meet requirements for Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP), Canadian Government Security clearance, and U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

• Perform requisite research & analysis in order to develop an optimal sourcing strategy across the assigned portfolio.
• Execute stakeholder management activities to ensure accurate, timely, and clear advice is provided to the business to support progress & schedule adherence.
• Perform full life cycle supplier management activities including all pre-qualification, supplier engagement, supplier negotiations, supplier performance management ensuring on time material delivery and IMS schedule adherence.
• Develop & implement Requests for Information and Request for Proposal, managing these sourcing events to meet cost management and scheduling expectations.
• Perform full suite contract management activities for assigned portfolio including contract preparation, executive briefings, participate and/or lead negotiations, and post award contract administration.
• Fulfill Purchase Order management requirements including invoice review/attestation in order to ensure first time match invoice management.

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: shipsforcanada.ca/opportunities.
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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