LOCATION: Hybrid in North Vancouver office or RemoteEMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full time, PermanentAt Maven, we buildwhat communities depend on— power, water, gas, and other essential systems that keep communities connected and thriving. Our success is driven by our people: motivated professionals who bring expertise, collaboration, and commitment to every project.As we continue to grow, we’re looking for a Procurement Specialist to play a key role in delivering an exciting portfolio of capital projects.We are looking for a Procurement Specialist who can support contract lifecycle and procurement processes in the public sector. This position can be based remotely or from our North Vancouver office and is responsible for supporting procurement processes for utility projects (focusing on power utilities).Why Join Maven:Do meaningful work – Deliver projects that build what communities depend on, from power and water to gas and other essential infrastructure across Western Canada.Grow professionally without big corporate overhead – Take on the complexity and professional challenges of large-scale projects while enjoying the efficiency, agility, and support of a mid-sized team.Be part of a values-driven culture – Guided by our Maven 6 values — Safety, Sharing, Standards, Speed, Solutions, and Stretch — and strengthened by our People Cornerstones, we foster a culture of collaboration, respect, and continuous growth.Enjoy competitive rewards – Receive fair, competitive compensation and comprehensive health benefits that reflect the value you bring.Invest in your development – Access training, peer coaching, team meetings, and mentorship to support your career progression.Balance work and life – Benefit from a flexible hybrid mode that blends remote work with meaningful in-person collaboration at our North Vancouver office.Give back with us – Contribute to our Share program, where we partner with local organizations and create volunteer opportunities for our team.Join a growth story – Maven has been recognized as one of Western Canada’s fastest-growing professional services firms, with a vision to become the trusted, industry-leading partner in infrastructure delivery.Responsibilities:This work requires collaboration with internal departments, including legal, finance, and operations, to develop procurement strategies and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures and reports to our Team Lead, Project Services & Procurement.



The core responsibilities include:Lead low to medium complexity procurement processes to ensure projects are delivered safely, with quality, and within budget and scheduleImplement project sourcing strategies or related work packages using PPM supply chain strategy selection process analysis, knowledge of public sector procurement law as well as application of relevant supply chain and commercial conceptsSupport procurement projects by:Developing project contracting plans and market sounding documentationFacilitating bidding processes, evaluation, and supplier negotiationsPerforming contract management activities to ensure all parties meet contractual obligationsDraft and manage supplier communications related to contractual documentation, ensuring proper documentation and filing of all correspondenceForecast, monitor, and report on contract usage and performance; identifying issues, taking timely action to resolve issues and communicating the same with stakeholders/project teamsDraft and manage communication with suppliers on required contractual documentations, and file all correspondence as requiredWho we are looking for:Minimum of 5 years in sourcing or equivalent, preferably in a complex public sector environment such as BC HydroStrong working knowledge of end-to-end supply management processes including competitive bidding, contract management, purchasing strategies, competitive bid management, contract negotiation, supplier performance management, and life cycle costing processesStrong interpersonal, presentation, communication, conflict resolution and stakeholder relationship management skills to engage others, build consensus and resolve issuesExperience in infrastructure capital project sourcing and power utility projects is an assetBachelor’s degree in a business-related or technical field, such as Supply Chain, Business, Law, Economics, Finance, Engineering or related discipline, or equivalentCertificate or additional education or professional designation in Supply Chain Management,



would be an assetCertificate or additional education in Project Management is an assetDetail-oriented, highly organized, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced high-volume environmentStrong judgement and tact when dealing with sensitive issues and confidential informationGood organizational skills and attention to detailGood customer service skills, with a focus on partnership and finding common solutionsA relationship builder who establishes effective and long-lasting working relationships with all levels of employees, suppliers and external partnersAdvanced MS Office skills (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)Advanced English skills for professional environment, written and spokenAbout MavenAt Maven, we believe in building more than infrastructure — we build stronger communities. Our people bring passion, expertise, and innovation to every project, helping shape the systems communities depend on power, water, gas, and other essential services across Western and Northern Canada. As owner’s representatives, we turn client ideas and objectives into sustainable, high-quality infrastructure delivered with safety, efficiency, and expertise.Our vision is: “To be the trusted, industry-leading partner offering large-firm expertise and quality with the efficiency and agility of a mid-sized team.”The word Maven means “one who is experienced or knowledgeable.” Our people bring that to life every day. Guided by our six values — Safety, Sharing, Standards, Speed, Solutions, and Stretch — and strengthened by our People Cornerstones, we create an environment where our team can thrive, grow, and deliver meaningful results for our clients and communities.We also believe in giving back. Through our Share Program, we partner with local organizations and create opportunities for our team to volunteer, ensuring we contribute to a stronger, more resilient future for our communities.Compensation:Individual compensation packages are based on various factors unique to each candidate including skillset, experience, qualifications, and other job-related reasons. The salary range for this role is from $77,000-$110,000 per year.Maven is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will be invited to interview based on their fit with this advertised role. Only those people legally entitled to work in Canada will be considered and only those invited to an interview will be contacted.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Procurement Specialist - C$77,000 - C$110,000 A Year (Winnipeg)
🏢 Maven
📍 Winnipeg