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Overview

Manage procurement planning, SAP purchasing, and vendor negotiations for civil projects.

Key Responsibilities

• vendor plans
• procurement planning
• contract negotiation
• zero exceptions
• sap procurement

Tasks

-Actively participates and aids in the development of vendor improvement plans. -Accountable for project procurement plan and on-time delivery. -Negotiating low-value contracts with vendors and service providers. -Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being. -Accountable for driving towards zero exceptions in the procure to pay process. -Responsible for the procurement process in SAP.

Requirements

• engineering degree
• business degree
• microsoft excel
• program management
• analytical skills
• negotiation

What You Bring

-Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. -Ability to interpret process flow charts to understand what data is captured and how it travels between various applications. -An undergraduate degree in Business Administration or Engineering preferred. -Solid research skills and commitment to continually learn about new products / technologies / processes. -Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills. -Attention to detail, mathematical and analytical skills. -Ability to build positive working relationships with professionals within industry and internal clients. -Experience in program management would be considered an asset. -Proven organizational skills and ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines and handle multiple tasks within a fast-paced work environment. -Adherence to Aecon's preferred supplier sourcing footprint. -Proficiency using Microsoft office (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint) -Advanced communication skills demonstrated through previous experience in the following contexts: multi-disciplinary project & program meetings, technical reviews with solution provider / vendor / supplier and subject matter experts. -Real time solution of price, delivery, account assignment, material, and service-related exceptions.

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About Aecon Group Inc.

-From humble beginnings in plumbing and gas fitting, the company has evolved into a leading infrastructure developer, with operations rooted in Hamilton since its founding in 1877. -Offers comprehensive construction services across civil infrastructure, urban transit, nuclear power, utilities, and industrial works. -Through its Concessions arm, the company specializes in private-public partnerships (P3) for global infrastructure development, emphasizing integrated delivery from planning to long-term operations. -Delivers iconic projects including the CN Tower, Vancouver SkyTrain, Montreal-Trudeau Airport, Gordie Howe Bridge, and major nuclear refurbishments. -Expanding into next-generation energy solutions with Canada’s largest battery storage initiative and leadership in small modular reactor development. -While maintaining a strong presence in Canada, the company also caters to North American markets and selectively engages in international concessions. -Demonstrates expertise in complex mega-projects through seamless integration of engineering, construction, financing, and operations.

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