Procurement Specialist

Valard Construction•Calgary, AB

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Our Major Projects group is currently looking to add a Procurement Specialist to our growing team, based in Calgary, AB. Reporting to the Procurement Manager, we need a detail-oriented professional with a solid foundation in procurement practices and a collaborative approach to vendor and stakeholder engagement. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and implementing strategies for the procurement, storage, and distribution of goods across our operations. You will create and manage purchase orders, process receipts in JDE, and track and claim rebates, while monitoring market trends to inform purchasing decisions and building strong, lasting relationships with vendors to ensure reliable supply and competitive value.

Requirements

Post-Secondary education in a related field
5+ years of progressive experience in strategic procurement, contract management, category management, and/or sourcing within designated categories
Demonstrated experience issuing Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and Requests for Quotations (RFQs), including bid review and evaluation
Proficiency in JDE or another ERP platform
Established skills in strategic sourcing and commercial negotiations
Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions.

Nice To Haves

Supply Chain Management (SCM) designation
Previous experience in an EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) environment
Previous experience or knowledge of Powerline & Electrical Construction environment

Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with purchasing policies and procedures, ethical practices, and adherence to relevant laws and regulations
Drive and report on Procurement Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) including cost savings, spend under management, supplier rationalization, and related metrics
Assist with project-specific and estimating procurement requirements, collaborating with internal stakeholders as needed
Support organizational financial goals by tracking and reporting on cost savings initiatives
Create and manage purchase orders in accordance with project and operational requirements
Enter and reconcile receipts in JDE, ensuring accurate and timely record-keeping
Track, claim, and reconcile vendor rebates to maximize cost recovery
Monitor market and commodity trends to inform procurement strategies and support proactive purchasing decisions
Review and support best strategies for the procurement, storage, and distribution of goods
Build and nurture positive, long-term vendor relationships to ensure supply reliability, competitive pricing, and service quality