Manager, Procurement Services

Who We Are:

GrandBridge Corporation is an investment holding company dedicated to driving growth and innovation through our fully owned subsidiaries, GrandBridge Energy Inc., and GrandBridge Group Inc.

GrandBridge Energy Inc. is a leading provider of innovative energy solutions, committed to delivering reliable and sustainable energy to our customers. GrandBridge Group Inc. offers a wide range of energy services through its divisions: Netoptiks, which provides cutting-edge telecommunications solutions, and Enersure, which ensures our customers' homes are comfortable and energy-efficient with home comfort rentals.

Our team of dedicated professionals are committed to helping our communities navigate the transition towards a dynamic and evolving energy landscape. The principles and beliefs that guide our operations are deeply rooted in our values. Join us in our mission to shape the future of energy.

What We Offer

- Employer Paid Benefits Package

- OMERS Pension Plan

- Training and Educational Reimbursement Programs

- Professional Development & Career Opportunities

- Wellness Resources & Healthy Lifestyle Incentives

- Employee and Family Assistance Program

- Opportunities for Community Involvement

What You Will Do:

Reporting to the Director, Supply Chain & Procurement, the Manager, Procurement Services is responsible for procurement, inventory management, supplier performance, supplier relationships, contract negotiation and management, and planning and forecasting material and external labor demands for all operational and capital projects for GrandBridge Corporation and its affiliates. The successful candidate will establish departmental objectives, develop and maintain purchasing system procedures and policies, and provide direction and leadership to the Procurement team members.

Key Responsibilities:

- Implement supply chain and procurement strategies to maximize value and mitigate risks.

- Translate organizational strategy into annual business plans and budgets, managing resources accordingly.

- Recommend and implement policies, procedures, and processes to improve operational effectiveness.

- Manage fair and transparent competitive procurement processes (RFx), strategic sourcing, and non-competitive purchasing activities, including document preparation, electronic tendering, site meetings, response analysis, evaluation, negotiation, contract awarding, and report preparation to ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and best practices.

- Negotiate and execute purchase orders and supplier contracts, optimizing sourcing strategies and procurement methods to support business needs.

- Manage the corporate contract management program.

- Create and manage the corporate supplier performance management program.

- Develop and manage supply chain performance metrics and key performance indicators to identify areas for improvement.

- Collaborate with departments to improve material availability and demand forecasts to ensure timely deliveries and opportunities for savings and efficiencies.

- Review and evaluate current specifications or suggested changes from suppliers.

- Maintain positive working relationships and professional negotiations with suppliers.

- Ensure purchase order accuracy and maintain records and invoices.

- Provide training, guidance, and assistance to procurement staff and internal clients in procurement functions.

- Oversee planning activities to ensure material availability for emergency repairs, preventative maintenance, and capital work programs.

- Provide accurate and timely advice on procurement and material planning activities.

- Establish inventory requirement forecasts to schedule and expedite material for timely delivery.

- Redistribute surplus assets internally or liquidate through appropriate processes.

- Build and maintain effective relationships with suppliers and stakeholders.

- Provide coaching, development, performance management, technical guidance, and advice.

- Support department goals and objectives.

What You Will Bring

- Post-secondary education in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations, or a related field; NISCL-MPICS or related designation.

- Minimum 5 years of operational experience with procurement, inventory management, and/or supply chain.

- Minimum 3 years of experience in a supply chain or equivalent leadership role responsible for the performance of team members.

- In-depth knowledge of preparing, reviewing, and negotiating competitive procurements and contracts, and competitive bidding laws.

- Proficient in supply chain concepts like safety stock planning, MRP calculations, scheduling constraints, and bottlenecks.

- Strong knowledge of equipment and materials specifications related to the utility industry is considered an asset.

- Excellent knowledge and experience with multiple procurement strategies, best practices, and processes.

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for interacting with teams, suppliers, and stakeholders.

- Proficient with supply chain and procurement software/tools with intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.

- Strong ability to coordinate and collaborate cross-functionally within the company to achieve corporate and departmental objectives.

- Familiar with relevant legislation, codes, and regulations.

- Must hold a valid class G driver’s license.

GrandBridge Corporation

39 Glebe Street, P. O. Box 1060

Cambridge, Ontario N1R 5X6

Check us out at https://grandbridgeenergy.com/; https://netoptiks.com/; https://enersure.com

Kindly note, we do not entertain unsolicited referrals or resumes from third-party agencies or recruiters for our job postings.

We appreciate the opportunity to review all resumes, however due to volume, only those under consideration will be contacted. Any personal information submitted will be managed in accordance with the requirements of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and will be used only to determine eligibility for employment.

GrandBridge Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is AODA compliant.