Senior Procurement Specialist - #188178

MatchBox Consulting Group is seeking a Senior Procurement Specialist for a 12-month contract opportunity based on-site in Burnaby, BC with one of our public-sector utility clients. This contract position is responsible for leading medium- to high-complexity sourcing and category management initiatives. The successful candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams to manage RFPs, vendor negotiations, contract transitions, and supplier relationships—ensuring all procurement activities align with public-sector policies and free trade agreements.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement category and sourcing strategies for capital-project and infrastructure categories
• Lead multi-stage RFPs, vendor negotiations, and contract awards/extensions
• Provide expert advice on category-management best practices, public-sector procurement policies, and competitive-bid law
• Drive supplier-relationship management: resolve escalated contract issues, monitor performance, and report to stakeholders
• Facilitate decision-making with data-driven analysis, market research, and risk assessments
• Mentor and guide evaluation teams; potentially oversee procurement analysts and support staff
• Identify and implement business-process improvements within the sourcing function

Must-Have Qualifications

• 8+ years progressive supply-chain, sourcing, or category-management experience—ideally in complex or Crown-corporation environments
• Proven track record with Canadian government procurements that incorporate free-trade agreements
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Economics, Finance, Accounting, or equivalent, plus one of:
• SCMP, ISM, PMP, or CPA designation
• Enrollment in an advanced business degree (e.g., MBA)
• Completion of a related continuing-education program
• Advanced proficiency in MS Word and Excel
• Excellent communication, negotiation, project-management, and analytical skills

Assets

• Class 5 driver’s license
• Experience in construction or heavy equipment procurement
• Ability to draft customized contract provisions

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About MatchBox

Headquartered in downtown Vancouver and serving clients nationally, MatchBox is one of the leading recruitment and solutions firms that specializes in the fields of IT & Technology, Engineering & Technical, Real Estate & Construction, and Accounting & Finance. We offer unrivaled expertise with our team’s extensive experience in the recruitment and professional services industry. We are dedicated to building great connections and creating strong opportunities within the workforce and the labor market.

Equal Opportunities

MatchBox is committed to providing equal opportunities for all applicants. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including members of minority groups such as racialized individuals, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and Indigenous peoples. It is a priority for us that all candidates are treated fairly and without discrimination. Our recruitment teams receive ongoing training on using objective criteria for evaluating candidates and other related topics to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.

Work Permits

Please note that we require all interested candidates to obtain the necessary work permits from the Government of Canada prior to submitting an application. This position is open exclusively to individuals residing in Canada and legally authorized to work in Canada. Applications not meeting these criteria will not be considered.

Further Consideration

We receive a high volume of applications and are only able to contact candidates who are selected for further consideration.

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