Position Overview

The Capital Procurement Specialist will play a key role in developing and executing sourcing strategies to support the client's capital projects. This position will work cross-functionally with internal stakeholders and external vendors to ensure efficient, compliant, and value-driven procurement of goods and services across various project phases.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop proactive procurement strategies aligned with current and future capital project needs. Provide expert advisory services while ensuring compliance with the client's policies and procedures.
• Apply strong analytical and problem-solving skills to build practical sourcing strategies that align with capital demand forecasts, scope requirements, supplier market dynamics, and business risks.
• Execute procurement sourcing activities with a strong adherence to procurement best practices and company policy.
• Create and implement tailored procurement and contract execution strategies aligned with project stage gate processes.
• Lead the sourcing process for goods and services, including RFx development, scope review, evaluation criteria, and commercial frameworks.
• Drive bid evaluations, lead and support supplier negotiations, and manage contract execution through to closeout.
• Draft contract exhibits and support negotiation of terms and conditions.
• Collaborate with Category Management, internal procurement teams, and business units to ensure strategic alignment and procurement efficiency.
• Manage contract administration tasks, including contractor onboarding, change management, and claims resolution.
• Prepare detailed documentation including contract strategies, award recommendations, and executive summaries.
• Promote the client's commitment to diversity and inclusion, particularly in supporting Indigenous engagement and participation.
• Provide peer leadership, coaching, and mentoring to team members across all potash site locations.

Qualifications and Experience

• High-energy, proactive mindset with the ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Strong legal and commercial contract negotiation skills.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Robust business acumen and commercial awareness.
• Strong analytical and technical problem-solving capabilities.
• Proven experience leading cross-functional teams or stakeholder engagements.
• Hands-on experience with enterprise asset management systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and spend management tools (e.g., Ariba).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and an ability to quickly learn new digital tools.
• Experience in competitive sourcing, contract execution, supplier negotiations, spend analytics, and risk management is a strong asset.
• Familiarity with contract administration processes, including invoice review, interpretation, and claims handling, is beneficial.