Procurement Manager
About The Position
At BC Pavilion Corporation (PavCo), we work to create unforgettable moments, world-class experiences and stronger connections to community, industry and culture. PavCo is the owner and operator of two of Canada’s premier venues for events, BC Place Stadium and the Vancouver Convention Centre. BC Pavilion Corporation (PavCo), owner and operator of BC Place Stadium and the Vancouver Convention Centre, is seeking an experienced and strategic Procurement Manager to lead operational procurement services and guide a small, high-performing team. This role plays a critical part in delivering complex construction and operational procurements in alignment with corporate policy and the Province of British Columbia’s procurement standards. You will remain hands-on in higher-risk and high-value sourcing initiatives while providing leadership, oversight, and advisory support to internal stakeholders. If you thrive in a regulated environment, enjoy negotiating strong outcomes, and bring a collaborative leadership style, this is an opportunity to make meaningful impact across major venue operations and capital projects.
Requirements
- University degree in Business Administration or a related field.
- 5–7 years of progressive procurement experience.
- Experience leading or supervising a small procurement team.
- Demonstrated success managing complex competitive bids across goods, construction, and services.
- Advanced knowledge of public-sector procurement frameworks and RFx methodologies.
- Strong understanding of contracting strategies, governance, and risk management in regulated environments.
- Proven ability to oversee multiple procurement initiatives with accuracy, consistency, and professionalism.
- Confident communicator with strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
Nice To Haves
- Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) designation preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Responsibilities
- Lead complex and high-risk construction and operational procurements from planning through award.
- Oversee end-to-end competitive bid processes (RFx strategy, evaluation governance, negotiations, and award recommendations).
- Provide expert guidance on procurement strategy, contracting approaches, and policy interpretation.
- Partner with business units on scope development, evaluation outcomes, and contract approvals.
- Negotiate with suppliers to secure best value while managing risk and ensuring compliance.
- Provide day-to-day leadership, workload management, and direction to procurement staff.
- Coach and mentor team members on public-sector procurement practices and professional growth.
- Review procurement documentation and recommendations to ensure quality and compliance.
- Support onboarding and promote consistent procurement standards across the team.
- Work cross-functionally with IT, Legal, Facilities, Finance, and other departments on complex sourcing initiatives.
- Serve as a key point of contact for procurement-related matters and issue escalation.
- Maintain strong supplier relationships and awareness of market conditions.
- Ensure full compliance with corporate policy, public-sector legislation, and ethical standards.
- Maintain procurement documentation, audit readiness, and risk oversight.
- Identify opportunities to improve processes, templates, and service delivery.
- Support social procurement initiatives and sustainable sourcing strategies.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
