Position Title:  Procurement Specialist

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Aecon is proud to build some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of this generation. From the roads and transit systems that connect our communities, to the communication networks that link us from coast-to-coast, and the water infrastructure that supplies our businesses and homes. Our integral work includes constructing the pipelines that join provinces with the energy that fuels the nation, and the airports and ports that connect us all. Aecon is there, safely and sustainably building the future.  

We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. Our business success relies on strong execution and continuous improvement – driven by the diversity, expertise and teamwork of our employees. We are always searching the globe for exceptional candidates to join the Aecon family and be a part of our forward-thinking, innovative, best-in-class organization!  

What is the Opportunity?

Aecon Civil is a market leader with a self-perform competitive advantage and core local strength in key markets. We’re proud of our work helping to expand and improve Canada’s infrastructure and transportation networks, and we’re ready to build the future of our country.

Aecon is seeking our next procurement specialist to contribute to our transformative Port of Montreal new container terminal project to support the growth of the container market in Quebec and Eastern Canada.

Reporting to the Manager of Procurement, the Procurement Specialist is responsible for all purchasing related activities and for ensuring the delivery of materials and services to the site occurs on time, at the right price the first time. This person will also ensure the timely receipt of goods in SAP, as well as tracking deliveries and return of rental equipment. 

What You'll Do Here:

• Understand how purchasing can enhance the enterprise, supply chain and competitive strategy
• Develop detailed plans to optimize the delivery of equipment, materials, supplies and services for quality, cost and schedule
• Clearly understand the variables that drive cost and develop strategies to eliminate waste
• Prepare and issue RFQ documents to qualified vendors (request for quotes, information, proposals, etc.)
• Negotiate and/or aid with the negotiation of best price, delivery, terms of payment and purchase conditions, tax exemptions, price escalation, and other factors impacting the total cost of procured items or services
• Collaborate with Aecon’s Operations personnel 
• Support operations team with pricing at tendering stage
• Logistics management including expediting for critical site deliveries
• Analyze internal third-party agreements
• Manage the lifecycle of purchase order activity
• Participate in the evaluation of suppliers across all pertinent vectors of supplier performance                               
• Understand and adhere to all of Aecon’s polices, particularly to the procurement and safety policies
• Maintain high data integrity when inputting records in the company’s database systems
• Provide reporting and analysis on procurement activities, variances and impacts
• Facilitate the implementation of business specific contracts for services and/or materials                      

What You Bring to the Table:

• 5+ years’ experience within a purchasing department in the construction industry
• Knowledge of purchasing principles, techniques, practices and ethics
• Knowledge of fundamentals of contract law, negotiating business agreements, and laws of requesting tenders, proposals, and quotations
• Proven organizational skills and ability to work under pressure in order to meet deadlines and handle multiple tasks within a fast-paced work environment
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment and be service oriented
• Ability to build positive working relationships with professionals within industry and internal clients
• Strong negotiation skills
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing in both French and English 
• Solid research skills and commitment to continually learn about new products
• Attention to detail, mathematical and analytical skills
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)

What Makes us Aecon Proud:

• Engaging and agile workplace culture, collaborative and inclusive teams
• Commitment to sustainability and to becoming a net-zero company by 2050
• Investing in our people through a variety of learning and development programs such as Aecon University, BluePrint leadership program, and Project Management Academy
• Variety of wellness benefits, access to virtual health care, 100% employer-paid health and dental premiums, Employee Assistance Program, Best Doctors Program, and more.
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities
• Recognition and rewards through Aecon Accolades, Aecon Achievement Awards and more
• Employee Stock Options, Short Term Incentive Program, Retirement Savings and Pension Plan

Aecon fosters diversity, inclusion and belonging within and across our organization. We welcome all to apply including, women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. If you require accommodation during any step of the application process, please click here.