Senior Procurement Officer

The Senior Procurement Officer plays a key role in supporting the company’s construction operations by leading sourcing and procurement activities across architectural, civil, and structural trades. This position is responsible for identifying, evaluating, and managing suppliers and subcontractors, ensuring the best value, quality, and compliance with project requirements. The role serves to contribute to the company’s strategic sourcing initiatives, while your main stakeholders will be: Internal: preconstruction and production teams, purchasing network; External: suppliers, subcontractors, joint venture partners

• Prepare bid packages, conduct tendering, analyze proposals, and recommend product / services at the best value
• Coordinate goods handling with the Freight Forwarder and Ocean Carrier upon order confirmation
• Maintain close contact with internal stakeholders and develop key relationships with suppliers by informing them of the procurement activity progress and bid status
• Edit and follow up on purchase orders placed to ensure compliance with specifications and deadlines
• Strengthen partnerships across the BYCN network to unlock new buying opportunities
• Follow Procurement Key Performance Indicators
• Source, evaluate, and prequalify new suppliers and subcontractors for architectural trades, civil works and structural metal
• Contribute to the strategic sourcing development of the company, especially on architectural trades
• Maintain strong relationships with existing suppliers while monitoring performance and compliance.
• Organize and conduct introduction, clarification, and negotiation meetings with suppliers

• Minimum of 5 years of purchasing experience in the heavy construction industry combine with a Master's degree in business, engineering or a related degree
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; proficiency in French or Spanish is an asset
• Proven negotiation experience
• Reliable team player with strong collaboration, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Proficient in computer applications with the ability to quickly adapt to new software systems (HA+, procurement platforms, etc.)
• Advanced analytical skills with the ability to assess business implications of decisions and maintain a strong focus on profitability
• Willingness and capacity to travel as needed to support projects and supplier engagements