Department: Energy and natural resources Who are you? You will ensure successful procurement and commercial outcomes for one of our client’s most transformative projects by executing contracting strategies for capital equipment, negotiating with key suppliers, and safeguarding commercial standards. Your work will directly support timely delivery, cost efficiency, and risk-balanced commercial execution across a major capital project As a Procurement Specialist you will: Administer Stage‑Gate commercial and procurement requirements for the project. Implement fit‑for‑purpose procurement and commercial strategies aligned with project objectives. Lead pre‑award and post‑award activities, including planning, market engagement, negotiation, contract execution, order management, and handover to the operations team. Prepare and issue tender documentation, meeting the project and individual package requirements. Manage all bid clarifications, evaluate bids, negotiate complex T&Cs and draft recommendations to award. Conform and issue the contract documents. Expedite for submittal of key contractual deliverables (e.g Engineering deliverables, delivery dates). Expediting experience is key for this role. Manage changes to the contract, analyze and negotiate requests for amendments and manage claims. Invoice review in alignment with the contract and payment coordination. Ensure procurement activities remain aligned with Project targets while upholding our commercial standards. Build and maintain strong working relationships with suppliers, ensuring clarity of expectations and reliable delivery of goods and materials. Coordinate Business Readiness activities with Commercial, Project, and Operations teams. Identify opportunities to add value, guide negotiations, reduce costs, and ensure procurement timelines support schedule and budget commitments. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or Business Administration. Extensive experience in sourcing, procurement, negotiations, contracting, category management, and supplier/stakeholder management. Experience working in capital project environments. Strong familiarity with project execution and contract models (unit rate, lump sum, cost‑reimbursable, target price; direct hire, prime contractor, integrated owner teams; competitive bid vs. sole source). Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), SAP, Ariba, and commercial systems such as Aconex and Contruent. Strong contract negotiation capability for capital projects. Proficiency in project commercial management, analytical thinking, communication, and structured problem‑solving. Skilled in negotiation and persuasion across multiple organizational levels. Self‑awareness and adaptability to ensure productive and respectful interactions. Recognizes and accepts the need to put the overall business needs ahead of their own and can deal with the internal conflict/stress that may generate. Ability to contribute to and support team processes through active listening, clarifying tasks, and constructive feedback. Collaboration skills to build strong cross‑disciplinary relationships. Determination and commitment to deliver outcomes aligned with Newmont’s values and project goals. Additional Information Preference is work from the Vancouver office. However, remote work from within BC and AB will be considered for the right candidate. Occasional travel to the Client's site is required. Collaboration with client's teams, EPCM partners, and suppliers. You’ll be part of a culture deeply rooted in safety, inclusion, and partnership with the Tahltan Nation and local communities, contributing to one of our client’s most innovative undertakings as we advance Canada’s next first block cave mining operation. What’s in it for you... 100% covered health and dental benefits for you and your dependents (including paramedical services) Health spending account, to top up expenses not covered in the benefits program RRSP option with company matching Annual learning and development budget Access to a range of online learning tools, and support for career development and growth Coverage of one professional membership or license fee per year, if directly related to your role A flexible, hybrid work approach that allows colleagues to find balance between their professional and personal lives Commitment to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture that promotes a sense of belonging We are an Equal opportunity employer who will ensure accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities upon request. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Procurement Specialist
TURNER & TOWNSEND
vancouver, vancouver
Published 27 days ago
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