Procurement Lead

Why Work Here

Ashcor Technologies Ltd. a subsidiary of ATCO is the largest independent marketer of fly ash in Western Canada. As Ashcor continues to grow its reclaimed ash management business across Canada and the United States we are seeking a procurement professional to support this continued growth as our Procurement Lead. If you are energized by working with great people driven by excellence and motivated to make a meaningful impact we invite you to join us on this exciting journey.

About the Role:

As Procurement Lead you will manage end-to-end procurement activities that support Ashcors operations and growth across Canada and the United States. Drawing on your experience and sound judgement you will develop sourcing strategies lead competitive procurement processes negotiate commercial terms and secure the materials equipment and services the business needs to operate effectively.

You will work closely with Operations Projects suppliers and other stakeholders to balance cost quality delivery risk and business priorities. This is an opportunity to build trusted relationships solve complex supply challenges improve procurement practices and influence decisions that strengthen operational performance.

What You Get to Do:

Lead assigned procurement for Ashcors Canadian and U.S. operations serving as the primary contact for Operations Projects and vendors.
Develop procurement plans sourcing strategies schedules and records for materials equipment services logistics and freight.
Prepare and issue requests for quotations and proposals; evaluate submissions and recommend suppliers based on cost quality risk delivery and commercial requirements.
Negotiate and coordinate procurement and contract terms from initial sourcing through contract closeout.
Issue and approve purchase orders in accordance with Ashcor policies ensuring accuracy completeness compliance and appropriate risk mitigation.
Track and expedite orders services logistics and freight; resolve delivery quality invoice and supplier issues with internal and external stakeholders.
Monitor supplier markets pricing lead times and availability to manage cost exposure and reduce supply risk.
Conduct supplier facility visits site visits and inspections to support sourcing performance and compliance requirements.
Train stakeholders on procurement processes and procedures and implement improvements that streamline workflows and strengthen procurement outcomes.
Perform procurement activities in accordance with health safety environmental security and company requirements and address unsafe or non-compliant conditions.

What You Bring:

High school diploma General Educational Development (GED) or Canadian Adult Education Credential (CAEC); post-secondary education in supply chain management procurement business or a related field is preferred
Five or more years of progressively responsible procurement experience including sourcing tendering supplier evaluation negotiation contracting and purchase order management
Skilled at building stakeholder and supplier relationships organizing complex work and communicating clearly in writing and in conversation
Sound judgement and the ability to negotiate effectively identify strategic sourcing opportunities balance competing priorities and work independently or collaboratively while providing responsive service
Strong knowledge of competitive tendering and contract management including procurement documents commercial language contract applications and terms and conditions
Able to manage multiple procurement activities adjust priorities as business needs change and meet time-sensitive commitments
A strong commitment to Health & Safety and a culture of caring
Experience with Oracle or another ERP is an asset
Project Management Professional (PMP) and/or Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) designation is an asset

What We Offer:

A culture based on caring integrity agility collaboration and striving for excellence
Competitive compensation
Flex benefits
Tuition assistance program
Training and mentorship programs
Charitable donation matching

We would like to thank everyone for their application; however only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

Ashcor Technologies is part of ATCO Ltd. ATCO delivers inspired solutions for a better world. We are a diversified global corporation with investments in the essential services of Structures & Logistics Utilities Energy Infrastructure Retail Energy Transportation and Commercial Real Estate. Learn more about how we build communities energize industries and deliver customer-focused solutions like no other company in the world at . ATCO is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Visit our website for more information.

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