Procurement Specialist, Contracts

Tolko Industries • Vernon, BC

52d • $95,250 - $127,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Our Procurement Specialist, Contracts plays a critical role in shaping how
Tolko partners with suppliers and manages risk across the business. This role is
ideal for someone who enjoys balancing big-picture thinking with detailed
contract work.

We’re looking for a Procurement Specialist, Contracts, to join our head office
located in Vernon, British Columbia. Our head office houses Tolko’s corporate
services groups including Sales, Marketing & Logistics, Finance, Accounting &
Credit, IT, Procurement and Human Resources.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a senior procurement position.
• A self-starter with a strategic approach to procurement, who drives change and innovation by working collaboratively and creatively with others across the company.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex issues and apply good business acumen to make decisions and provide advice.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members and executive leaders.
• Drive to learn the business, understand and proactively contribute to business objectives.
• Strong legal contract and analytical skills with the ability to communicate complex issues in a clear and concise manner.
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage competing demands.
• Capacity to manage sensitive and confidential information with integrity and discretion.

Nice To Haves

• SCMP Designation through SCMA and Project Management Professional Certification (PMP) or relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review and negotiate general supplier agreements/contracts and service provider terms and conditions for the company, its operating business units, IT, and capital projects.
• Provide advice to the procurement and capital teams across the company on vendor transactions.
• Provide guidance and expertise as part of competitive bid and procurement processes for capital projects, as well as supplier negotiations, analysis, and onboarding processes.
• Assist the procurement department in managing vendor contracts to ensure the company is abiding by agreements, preventing maverick spend, and leveraging maximum benefits from the negotiated agreements.
• Manage the dispute resolution and claims process with suppliers.
• Assist with the litigation process to reduce reliance on external legal providers and provide recommendations to mitigate future risks of litigation.
• Advise on and assist in developing, implementing, and updating the Company’s Procurement Policy and Procedures and Procurement Contracts Standards.
• Bring your ideas, changes and improvements to Contract Management in order to: Implement and maintain effective contract management processes to ensure compliance and mitigate risks associated with contract lifecycle management. Develop and maintain a centralized repository for contracts and related documentation. Assist in developing the strategic use of contract management/tracking and the procurement function related to these contracts and agreements.

Benefits

• You’ll take on an exciting new challenge with supportive team members.
• You’ll earn a competitive salary based on your skills and experience. The expected base salary range for this position is $95,250 -$127,000 per year.
• You’ll be eligible for excellent benefits, so you don’t have to choose between your bottom line and your wellbeing or your future.
• You may also be eligible for relocation support including community connections so you can live (and play) where you work.
• You’ll be supported in continued development through on-the-job and classroom training and reimbursement of tuition and membership fees.
• You’ll be part of a positive, innovative, and inclusive work environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees