Procurement Specialist

Type of position: Regular Your future role on our team We’re seeking a dynamic Procurement Specialist who has leadership skills. You must feel comfortable working in a consulting environment to meet the growing needs of our collaborators and clients. With us, you’ll get the opportunity to... Be constantly aware of project needs and the categories of goods and services required.
Be aware of the availability and capacity of key industry suppliers.
Meet with sales representatives and analyze market trends and indicators that may influence project costs and schedules for purchased goods and services.
Develop project-specific procurement strategies (procurement plan).
Provide leadership in the bidding process and in developing required documents.
Develop the bidder list.
Carry out pre-qualifications of suppliers and contractors.
Prepare, assemble and issue tender documents.
Manage and lead the addenda period.
Manage the receipt, opening and analysis of proposals.
Manage and lead the clarification period.
Prepare and formulate purchasing recommendations.
Prepare purchase orders and contracts and manage changes and revisions.
Organize and lead meetings with successful bidders.
Follow up with suppliers in a rigorous and documented manner.
Follow up on the progress of procurement packages depending on the procurement strategy.
Ensure compliance of assigned files.
Work closely with engineering, cost controllers, planners and estimators.
Help continually improve methods, tools, systems and procedures related to procurement, recovery and logistics. Do your qualities and values match our corporate culture? Client-oriented
Leadership
Adaptable
Ability to maintain positive relationships with colleagues
Ability to learn on the fly
Results-driven
Business acumen (entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship)
Action-oriented Overview of certifications and job requirements Advanced graduate diploma or certificate in supply chain management, DCS or bachelor’s degree in Engineering, DCS or bachelor’s degree in Administration
At least 5 years of relevant experience in a consulting engineering environment or any other equivalent combination of relevant education and experience
Experience in the heavy industry, mining and metals or energy sectors
Excellent knowledge of the MS Office Suite
Asset: Bilingual (English and French)
Asset: Experience in international project procurement
Asset: Experience with logistics At BBA, you get many benefits Long-term hiring (not just project-based)
Interesting growth opportunities to match your ambitions
Access to a leadership program
Flexible schedule that combines office presence and telecommuting
Access to an annual bonus program for all regular employees About BBA
For over 40 years, we’ve been pushing the boundaries of engineering to serve our clients in the Energy and Natural Resources sector. At BBA, we develop innovative, flexible and sustainable solutions, from strategy to execution.
BBA is one of Canada’s leading private consulting engineering firms, focused on practice (PCB), with a network of 15 offices. Our teams work closely to deliver projects that shape tomorrow’s industry at the local, national and international levels.
Our people’s passion and excellence make BBA a Canada’s Best Employer and one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies.
We have unique talents, and we’re committed to providing a workplace where you can be yourself. Job postings are written in gender-neutral language.
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