Procurement Specialist

TRS, in strong collaboration with a Canadian client specializing in the production of precious and base metals, is currently looking to add a Procurement Specialist to their team.

PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST (VANCOUVER) - Contractor employment
The Project Procurement Specialist will report to both the Procurement Lead and the Project Manager. The role involves utilizing and maintaining company’s standard project procurement methods, procedures, templates, and systems. The specialist will oversee various stages of the procurement process, including contracting and material/equipment purchasing, and ensure coordination with other project services disciplines and corporate support groups.

Qualifications:

• At least 8 years of experience in project procurement, preferably in major mining and/or processing plant projects.
• 1-2 years of hands-on field experience.
• Expertise in contract and order formation, negotiation, and change management.
• Knowledge of project management principles, including risk and change management.
• Understanding of multiple phases of project execution.
• Ability to identify procurement activities impacting the project’s critical path.
• Knowledge of the engineering (EPCM) industry and ability to interpret drawings and technical reports.
• Working knowledge of ERP procurement/purchasing systems.
• Experience with freight forwarding, logistics, brokerage, and quality surveillance.
• Excellent critical and conceptual thinking skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Spanish is highly desirable.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

To apply for this position, please send your resume in Word format to vivian.ramos@trsstaffing.com

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. TRS is an equal opportunity company.

TRS Staffing Solutions (Canada) Inc. specializes in supplying engineers, designers, project managers, and other technical and professional services personnel to a broad spectrum of industries worldwide.