Develop and execute the shipyard’s outsourcing strategy to ensure capacity and capability requirements are aligned with production schedules and long-term program objectives. Lead commercial negotiations for complex subcontract agreements, ensuring commercial, contractual and operational objectives are achieved. Own the financial performance and reporting of the subcontract portfolio, including budget development, forecast, cost control and risk management strategies.

Lead a high performing team of Project Managers and Subcontract Specialists, providing coaching, mentorship, performance management and career development. Establish team priorities, allocate resources and ensure effective execution of subcontracted work across multiple programs and work packages. Drive supplier development initiatives to improve quality, delivery reliability and cost competitiveness.

Champion continuous improvement initiatives and implement subcontract management processes. Collaborate closely with Engineering, Production, Planning, Quality and PMO teams to ensure subcontract activities support integrated program delivery. Ensure compliance with internal governance, contractual obligations and procurement policies.

Participate in the selection of external consultants or advisors for key projects and/or ad hoc services; ensure that business objectives and requirements are clearly understood and monitor outcomes, taking appropriate remedial action where necessary. Identify and communicate the actions needed to implement the function's strategy and business plan within the business area or department; explain the relationship to the broader organization's mission, vision, and values; motivate people to achieve business goals.





Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Science, Finance or Law, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Minimum 6 years of experience in Procurement including experience managing the procurement of services and large/strategic equipment in project environments, preferably in the shipbuilding industry.

Experience in planning and managing resources to deliver predetermined objectives. Minimum 3 years of experience in supervising and directing people and other resources to achieve specific end results. Qualified certification or training through an accredited procurement society is desirable. Shipbuilding experience is an asset. Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in developing and executing outsourcing strategies, leading commercial negotiations, and managing subcontract portfolios to ensure alignment with production schedules and program objectives. Proven ability to lead teams, drive supplier development initiatives, and ensure compliance with governance and procurement policies. Highest-signal resume keywords Outsourcing Strategy Development Commercial Negotiations Financial Performance Management Team Leadership and Mentorship Procurement Compliance ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills Procurement Management Budget Development Cost Control Risk Management Resource Planning Subcontract Management Processes Supplier Development Project Management Contractual Obligations Performance Management Soft Skills Coaching Mentorship Motivational Leadership Collaboration Communication Certifications &

Qualifications Professional Procurement Certification Industry Keywords Shipbuilding Subcontract Agreements Production Schedules Strategic Equipment Procurement Governance Compliance

📌 Subcontracts Manager (North Vancouver)
🏢 Jobtailor
📍 North Vancouver