Manager, Procurement

Torngat Metals Ltd•Montreal, QC

10d•Hybrid

About The Position

At Torngat Metals, we are developing the Strange Lake project to meet the urgent global demand for responsibly sourced rare earths that are essential to the energy transition. We are currently seeking talented individuals who are eager to contribute to our highly strategic project and play a role in shaping a resilient and responsible rare earth industry in Canada. Torngat Metals is seeking a qualified Manager, Procurement to join its team located in Montreal. Reporting to the Director, Procurement and Supply Chain, this role is responsible for leading the procurement of major equipment packages and project services in support of a large, complex capital project. This role manages the full procurement lifecycle, including vendor selection, contract negotiation, purchase order issuance, and supplier relationship management. This role requires strong experience operating within a large project or EPCM environment, with a focus on early procurement planning, long‑lead item management, and close coordination with technical and logistics teams.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field.
10-15+ years of procurement experience in mining, heavy industry, or capital-intensive projects(>$500M).
Bilingualism (English/French) is required.
Ability to work collaboratively across disciplines in a matrixed project environment.
Strong knowledge of procurement processes, vendor management, and contracting practices (IDP/EPCM/EPC experience required).
Strategic view and demonstrable negotiation skills.
Familiarity with procurement software and ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar).
Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
Ability to work effectively in a remote or project-based environment.
Experience working in a startup or early-stage project environment considered a strong asset.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement the procurement strategy and policies for the project, aligned with budget, schedule, and quality objectives.
Manage the full procurement lifecycle, from market engagement and tendering through contract award and closeout across construction and operational phases.
Lead negotiations, prepare contracts, and ensure terms protect the company’s commercial and risk interests.
Issue purchase orders and manage procurement transactions in line with corporate policies.
Monitor supplier performance, delivery timelines, and quality compliance.
Collaborate closely with Project Management, Engineering, Construction, Logistics, and Finance teams to ensure procurement aligns with project requirements.
Manage procurement budgets, track expenditures, and provide regular reports on procurement status, savings, and risks.
Maintain strong supplier relationships and develop contingency plans to mitigate supply chain risks.
Ensure compliance with all regulatory, safety, and environmental requirements in procurement activities.
Support operations readiness planning by ensuring procurement activities align with commissioning, start up, and early operations requirements.
Coordinate with Operations and Maintenance teams to ensure initial operating spares are identified, procured, and delivered on time, and long‑lead consumables and critical inventory items are secured ahead of start‑up.
Support development and implementation of warehouse, laydown, and inventory strategies, in coordination with Logistics and Operations.
Assist with defining vendor service agreements, warranty support, and supplier handover requirements to Operations.
Support the structured transition of procured assets, documentation, and supplier relationships from Project execution to Operations ownership.
Mentor and develop procurement team members, fostering growth and operational excellence.