Procurement Specialist – Strategic Sourcing

Location: Vancouver, BC – Hybrid, 3 days onsite

Employment Type: Contract

We are looking for a hands-on Procurement Specialist / Strategic Sourcing Specialist to support an established Category Management team.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys managing sourcing activities, working with internal stakeholders and getting procurement work done. You do not need to be a senior Category Manager or have experience developing category strategies from scratch.

What You’ll Do
Manage procurement and sourcing activities, including RFQs, RFPs and supplier evaluations
Support the execution of established category management and strategic sourcing initiatives
Work with internal stakeholders to understand purchasing requirements
Support spend analysis, supplier reviews and sourcing recommendations
Assist with supplier negotiations and contract-related activities
Support supplier relationship and performance management
Manage multiple procurement activities independently
Help improve procurement processes and practices

What We’re Looking For
Experience in procurement,



purchasing, buying or strategic sourcing
Hands-on experience with RFPs, RFQs and competitive sourcing
Understanding of strategic sourcing and category management principles
Solid stakeholder management and communication skills
Experience with supplier negotiations and commercial evaluations
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
Practical, organized and delivery-focused approach

Nice to Have
Public-sector procurement experience
Experience with facilities, operations or related service categories
Spend analysis and supplier performance experience
Contract administration experience

You don't need to have both public-sector and category management experience. We are open to candidates with a robust background in one area and a good understanding of the other. This opportunity would be a excellent fit for a Procurement Specialist, Buyer or Sourcing Specialist who wants a hands-on role supporting established procurement and category initiatives.

📌 Procurement Specialist Vancouver (Canada)
🏢 TEEMA
📍 Canada