Procurement Lead

Fluor is one of Canada's top employers and is recognized globally as a leader in the Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Fabrication, and Maintenance industry. Our focus on innovation and providing cost-effective technology-based solutions is second to none. As we look to the future, we need creative, ambitious, and innovative professionals who can help us fulfill our purpose to Build a Better World. Fluor team members are at the heart of our success in executing projects safely, thoughtfully, and with the highest quality. If you value teamwork, empowerment in your career, and are eager to champion innovative and sustainable solutions to our clients, this opportunity just may be for you! **Job Description** Project Purchasing Manager is a key member of the Supply Chain team, responsible for executing procurement activities for materials and equipment in support of complex projects from pre-award through closeout. **Principal Job Duties & Responsibilities** + Execute purchasing activities and strategy development for critical engineered equipment and major bulk materials in accordance with project requirements and material management plans + Review the project scope of work and prime contract and develop modifications to standard templates and terms and conditions for final legal review + Prepare bid packages, manage bidder communications and clarification meetings and administer quotation timelines + Conduct commercial bid evaluations evaluating pricing, terms, delivery, compliance and risk against project baseline documents + Issue purchase orders and manage them through the full lifecycle, including change orders, price adjustments and supplier exceptions + Effectively negotiate and recommend resolution to terms and conditions exceptions + Negotiate and resolve any claims related items regarding material + Analyze and make independent recommendations regarding solutions to problems with varying complexity in accordance with organization and/or project objectives and guidelines + Validate supplier invoices and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner + Provide guidance and support to intermediate and junior buyers on the project team + Collaborate closely with Engineering, Construction, Logistics, and other project stakeholders + Lead weekly purchasing meetings to align expectations and schedules + Plan and organize own work assignments, as well as carry out tasks from management staff + Organize and prioritize a variety of projects and multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner, set priorities, and meet deadlines + Adhere to and support Fluor’s Health, Safety & Environmental and Sustainability Policies + May need to travel to attend to business related matters + Meet expectations on attendance and punctuality + Other duties as assigned **Basic Job Requirements** + Accredited four (4) year degree or global equivalent in applicable field of study and twelve (12) years* of work-related experience or a combination of education and directly related experience equal to sixteen (16) years* if non-degreed; some locations may have additional or different qualifications in order to comply with local requirements + Ability to communicate effectively with audiences that include but are not limited to management, coworkers, clients, vendors, contractors, and other stakeholders + Job related technical knowledge necessary to complete the job + Ability to learn and apply knowledge of applicable local, state/province, and federal/national statutes and guidelines + Ability to attend to detail and work in a time-conscious and time-effective manner **Other Job Requirements** **Preferred Qualifications** + Accredited degree or global equivalent + Experience should be primarily in the area of material management + Applicable professional certification(s) or license(s) + Excellent interpersonal and communication skills + Excellent leadership and decision-making skills + Experience in Mining is plus Fluor Canada rewards hard work, knowledge, and commitment. Fluor offers competitive employee compensation packages, comprehensive benefit programs including Health, Dental and Vision Care, flexible spending dollars, group registered retirement program, parental top-up, education reimbursement, employee and family assistance programs, and much more. Fluor also offers several employee resource groups that aim to provide opportunities for professional and personal growth, improved wellness, and involvement in the community. At Fluor, we believe that overall wellness encompasses the four wellness pillars of mental, physical, financial and social. Upon these pillars we are committed to fostering a healthy, inclusive and psychologically safe workplace by creating awareness through knowledge building and communication while focusing on measurable outcomes. Compressed work schedule: The Fluor Canada offices work a compressed work schedule offering every second Friday off. Salary is based upon experience. Salary Range: $118,000.00 - $218,000.00 The market rate for the role is typically at the mid-point of the salary range; however, variations in final salary are determined by additional factors such as the candidate’s qualifications, relevant years of experience, geographic location, internal pay equity, and prevailing market conditions for the specific role. Fluor uses artificial intelligence (AI) in its hiring process to review applications and identify qualified candidates. More information including contact information is available in our Applicant Notice when creating a profile on our recruiting platform. Notice to Candidates: As required by some of our clients and projects, to the extent allowed by law, offers may be conditional upon consent and clearance of a satisfactory background check which could include, but is not limited to, a criminal records check, and confirmation of education, professional registration, employment history, and references. While only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview, be sure to continually check our website for other related positions as they are posted. Are you ready to join us? We are looking forward to hearing from you today!