07 Nov
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Turner & Townsend
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Winnipeg
07 Nov
Turner & Townsend
Winnipeg
Role OverviewYou will ensure successful procurement and commercial outcomes for one of our clients’ most transformative projects by executing contracting strategies for capital equipment, negotiating with key suppliers, and safeguarding commercial standards. Your work will directly support timely delivery, cost efficiency, and risk‑balanced commercial execution across a major capital project.ResponsibilitiesAdminister Stage‑Gate commercial and procurement requirements for the project.Implement fit‑for‑purpose procurement and commercial strategies aligned with project objectives.Lead pre‑award and post‑award activities, including planning, market engagement, negotiation, contract execution, order management, and handover to the operations team.Prepare and issue tender documentation, meeting the project and individual package requirements.Manage all bid clarifications, evaluate bids, negotiate complex T&Cs;, and draft recommendations to award.Conform and issue the contract documents.Expedite the submittal of key contractual deliverables (engineering deliverables, delivery dates).Manage changes to the contract, analyze and negotiate requests for amendments, and manage claims.Review invoices in alignment with the contract and coordinate payment.Ensure procurement activities remain aligned with project targets while upholding commercial standards.Build and maintain solid working relationships with suppliers, ensuring clarity of expectations and reliable delivery of goods and materials.Coordinate Business Readiness activities with Commercial, Project, and Operations teams.Identify opportunities to add value, guide negotiations, reduce costs, and ensure procurement timelines support schedule and budget commitments.QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or Business Administration.Extensive experience in sourcing, procurement, negotiations, contracting, category management,
and supplier/stakeholder management.Experience working in capital project environments.Strong familiarity with project execution and contract models (unit rate, lump sum, cost‑reimbursable, target price; direct hire, prime contractor, integrated owner teams; competitive bid vs. sole source).Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), SAP, Ariba, and commercial systems such as Aconex and Contractual.Strong contract negotiation capability for capital projects.Proficiency in project commercial management, analytical thinking, communication, and structured problem‑solving.Skilled in negotiation and persuasion across multiple organizational levels.Self‑awareness and adaptability to ensure productive and respectful interactions.Recognizes and accepts the need to put the overall business needs ahead of their own and can deal with internal conflict/stress that may generate.Ability to contribute to and support team processes through active listening, clarifying tasks, and constructive feedback.Collaboration skills to build strong cross‑disciplinary relationships.Determination and commitment to deliver outcomes aligned with Newmonts values and project goals.Work EnvironmentPreferred work from the Vancouver office; remote work within BC and AB considered for the right candidate.Occasional travel to the client site required.Benefits100% covered health and dental benefits for you and your dependents (including paramedical services).Health spending account to top up expenses not covered.RRSP option with company matching.Annual learning and development budget.Access to online learning tools and career development support.Coverage of one professional membership or license fee per year, if related to your role.Work‑life balance with vacation, flex and sick days.Flexible, hybrid work approach.Commitment to a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture.Base salary range: $140,000 - $150,000 (base salary only).Equal Employment OpportunityWe are an Equal opportunity employer who will ensure accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities upon request. We celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive workplace for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.#J-18808-Ljbffr
📌 Procurement Specialist (Vancouver) - C$140,000 - C$150,000 A Year (Winnipeg)
🏢 Turner & Townsend
📍 Winnipeg