Purchasing Manager - Construction & Developments

Saskatchewan
Permanent
Full-time

2 months ago

Brandt is seeking a dynamic Purchasing Manager – Construction & Developments to join our Regina team. This is a high‑impact leadership role responsible for shaping and executing sourcing strategies across the Brandt Group of Companies throughout North America.As a key driver in our supply chain success, you will leverage supplier insights and market intelligence to support operations in sourcing, contracting, and supplier relationship management. You will build and manage strategic, high‑value agreements while forging strong partnerships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.If you’re energized by strategic procurement, cross‑functional collaboration, and the opportunity to influence major construction and development initiatives, this role offers the platform to make a meaningful difference.Who We AreBrandt is a customer driven company, privately owned and family run, strengthened by diversification and succeeding through specialization. We operate over 170 locations across Canada, the USA, Australia, and New Zealand.For nine decades, the people of Brandt have stood shoulder-to-shoulder with the hardworking people that we serve. And really, there’s no place we’d rather be because just like them, it’s when we’re working hard and getting things done that, we’re at our best.Our success is driven by a passionate belief in the unlimited potential of our company and the ultimate success of our customers, and we act on that belief every single day.That’s Powerful Value, Delivered.What You Will Be Responsible For

Review, monitor and support all construction tenders.
Lead and establish unit pricing for civil, mechanical, electrical, structural, flooring, finishing and general carpentry items.
Establish major construction material contracts pertaining to signage, boilers, panels, lighting, lighting controls, building controls and others.
Plan and execute a Utility strategy for gas, water and electricity for all properties across North America.
Review and support of all facility service contract that pertain to but not limited to landscaping, janitorial, and network services for all properties.
Analyze spend portfolio and determine overall procurement approach for assigned areas based on magnitude of dollars, strategic importance, and opportunity for value delivery.
Become subject matter expert in the supply market for assigned areas. Advise current and future market trends.
Identify, implement, and manage supplier relationships to support Brandt’s business unit requirements.
Master the contracting process (negotiation, contract preparation and administration), tactical and transactional activity for assigned areas.
Deliver commercially sound supplier contracts that meet business units’ technology, quality and cost goals that provide optimum protection of company assets
Interface with strategic suppliers and business units to identify opportunities to reduce costs, standardize goods or services, adapt new supplier technologies, solve problems involving pricing or supplier performance
Additional tasks as assigned
Deliver and track quantifiable financial benefits

What We Look For

Bachelors degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, Project Mgmt. or Supply Chain Management or relevant business experience
A minimum of 6 years work experience, preferably in Procurement or Supply Chain.
Experience in using ERP systems
Professional Procurement / Supply Chain or Project Management certifications a plus
Knowledge of strategic, transactional, and international Procurement
Competent in management of legal documents and basic commercial law.
Strong Customer focus and communication skills.
Strong Data/Analytical skills.
Demonstrated Risk Management skills
Ability to develop and manage contracts and supplier relationships.
Strong implementation and change management skills, and performance drive.
Process-oriented
Self Starter

What We Offer

Competitive compensation: we offer fair, market-based wages that recognize your skills, experience, and contributions.
Opportunities for advancement within a growing company that values initiative and teamwork.
Comprehensive benefits coverage: including health, dental and more to support your wellbeing.
Retirement savings programs: Pension and RRSP programs to help you invest in your future.

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