You'll Do Here:

• Primary responsibility is to lead and manage the improvements to the full procurement lifecycle to support the overall success of procurement activities for the Pickering RFBR project. Scopes described below.
• The range of activities to be reviewed and improved includes early engagement and demand planning, developing a procurement plan in support of the full project lifecycle, including the tendering process, market solicitation and the negotiation and procurement of equipment, material & components as well as nuclear safety-related materials & components primarily for use in Nuclear Power Plants in Canada. This may include, but is not limited to, plate, structural steel, pipe, tubing, fittings, valves, weld consumables, electrical components & supplies, and personal protective wear.
• Review purchase requisitions and related documentation to ensure clarity and completeness with the description of materials, components or equipment, quantity, adherence to quality assurance requirements, proper authorization of funding, delivery requirements, and desired mode of transportation.
• Provide technical expertise for issuance of standard and quality-related Request for Quotations (RFQs) to qualified vendors based on Aecon’s Approved Suppliers List (ASL).
• Negotiate or provide assistance with the negotiation of major contracts for best price, delivery, terms of payment and purchase conditions, tax exemptions, price escalation, and other factors impacting the supply of material or components.
• Work with the CanAtom Deputy Project Procurement Director to develop and implement detailed strategies for procurement, including cost reduction strategies to meet organizational goals and objectives.
• Establish and set standards and expectations for how procurement is conducted across the project.
• Achieve productivity and other performance-related goals for the team and all projects.
• Ensure quality, reliability and responsiveness to operational needs that meet or exceed organizational expectations.

What You Bring to the Team:

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in Procurement, minimum 5 of which must have been on a construction project.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a leadership/management role.
• Extensive familiarity with Procurement/Materials Programs and processes.
• Familiarity with EPCM project lifecycle and specialized equipment manufacturing.
• Experience handling large and complex purchases and bid calls.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience in the Nuclear Industry is an asset.

At CanAtom, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment process upon request.