Senior Procurement Specialist

Summary

MatchBox Consulting Group is seeking a Senior Procurement Specialist on behalf of our utility client. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced procurement professional who has managed the full procurement lifecycle for pipeline infrastructure materials and enjoys owning sourcing strategies from initial planning through supplier negotiations and purchase order management.

Working closely with engineering, supply chain, and project teams, you'll act as the commercial lead for pipeline commodity procurement, building supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, managing procurement risk, and ensuring critical materials are delivered to support major infrastructure projects.

Location: Calgary, AB (Hybrid – 3 days onsite)
Job Type: 2-Year Contract (Strong Potential for Extension)

Responsibilities

• Own the full procurement lifecycle for pipeline infrastructure commodities, including natural gas pipe, valves, fittings, and related materials.

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies, including RFIs, RFQs, RFPs, commercial bid evaluations, and supplier negotiations.
• Coordinate technical evaluations with engineering teams and translate technical requirements into effective commercial sourcing strategies.
• Manage supplier negotiations, contract terms, pricing, delivery schedules, and commercial risk.
• Serve as the primary owner of purchase orders within assigned categories, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and integrity within SAP.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships while monitoring supplier performance and resolving commercial issues.
• Prepare and present spend analysis, supplier performance metrics, market intelligence, and cost driver analysis to leadership.
• Identify supply chain risks and develop proactive sourcing strategies to support project delivery.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders across engineering, operations, and project management to ensure procurement activities align with project schedules.
• Continuously identify opportunities for cost savings, supplier improvements, and process optimization.

Qualifications - Must-Haves

• 5–10 years of procurement experience with demonstrated ownership of the complete procurement lifecycle.

• Strong experience procuring pipeline infrastructure materials such as natural gas pipe, valves, fittings, or comparable commodity categories.
• Advanced SAP experience in a buyer/procurement role, using SAP as the primary procurement system on a daily basis.
• Proven experience managing RFIs, RFQs, RFPs, commercial bid evaluations, supplier negotiations, and purchase order management.
• Ability to read and interpret Bills of Materials (BOMs), technical specifications, and engineering documentation.
• Proven ability to negotiate directly with suppliers while building and maintaining strong commercial relationships.
• University degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related discipline.
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Nice-to-Haves

• Experience within the utilities, energy, oil & gas, or pipeline industries.

• Experience supporting pipeline construction or maintenance procurement.
• Existing supplier relationships within the natural gas infrastructure market.
• Experience presenting spend analysis, supplier performance, market intelligence, and cost driver analysis to senior leadership.
• Demonstrated success identifying and delivering measurable procurement savings and supply chain improvements.

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About MatchBox

Headquartered in downtown Vancouver and serving clients nationally, MatchBox is one of the leading recruitment and solutions firms that specializes in the fields of IT & Technology, Engineering & Technical, Real Estate & Construction, and Accounting & Finance. We offer unrivaled expertise with our team's extensive experience in the recruitment and professional services industry. We are dedicated to building great connections and creating strong opportunities within the workforce and the labor market.

Equal Opportunities

MatchBox is committed to providing equal opportunities for all applicants. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including members of minority groups such as racialized individuals, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and Indigenous peoples. It is a priority for us that all candidates are treated fairly and without discrimination. Our recruitment teams receive ongoing training on using objective criteria for evaluating candidates and other related topics to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.

Work Permits

Please note that we require all interested candidates to obtain the necessary work permits from the Government of Canada prior to submitting an application. This position is open exclusively to individuals residing in Canada and legally authorized to work in Canada. Applications not meeting these criteria will not be considered.

Further Consideration

We receive a high volume of applications and are only able to contact candidates who are selected for further consideration.

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