Position Overview The Capital Procurement Specialist is responsible for leading the commercial sourcing and procurement of major capital equipment, engineered systems, and project services supporting Cyclic Materials' expansion projects. This individual will work closely with Engineering, Project Management, Operations, and vendors to develop sourcing strategies, execute competitive bid processes, negotiate commercial agreements, and ensure successful delivery of critical project packages.
Beyond executing procurement activities, this role will help build and mature Cyclic's Capital Procurement function by contributing to new processes, standards, vendor strategies, and best practices.
ResponsibilitiesStrategic Procurement- Lead sourcing activities for complex capital equipment and engineered packages.
- Develop procurement strategies aligned with project schedules and commercial objectives.
- Execute RFQs, bid evaluations, negotiations, and vendor recommendations.
- Negotiate pricing, commercial terms, warranties, payment milestones, and contractual risk.
Project Support- Work closely with Engineering during equipment specification development.
- Participate in package strategy reviews.
- Support project schedules by identifying procurement risks and mitigation plans.
- Coordinate with Project Managers to ensure procurement milestones are achieved.
Vendor Management- Develop strategic relationships with OEMs, fabricators, engineering firms, and critical vendors.
- Evaluate vendor capabilities and performance.
- Support vendor development initiatives.
Commercial Excellence- Prepare commercial evaluations and award recommendations.
- Drive cost savings and value engineering opportunities.
- Ensure compliance with procurement policies and approval authorities.
Process Development- Help establish standardized procurement processes.
- Develop templates, playbooks, sourcing strategies, and lessons learned.
- Contribute to ERP and procurement system improvements.
- Help define key procurement metrics and reporting.
Qualifications- Experience procuring engineered equipment or industrial projects
- 7+ years of capital procurement experience
- Strong commercial negotiation skills
- Experience working with Engineering and Project Management teams
- Excellent analytical and communication skills
- EPC, manufacturing, mining, recycling, chemical processing, metals, or heavy industrial experience
- Familiarity with ERP systems (D365 preferred)
- Contract negotiation experience
- International sourcing experience
The successful candidate will:- Think strategically while executing tactically.
- Thrive in an evolving environment.
- Enjoy building new processes.
- Influence without formal authority.
- Be comfortable making decisions with incomplete information.
- Take ownership of outcomes.
- Build strong cross-functional relationships.
Pay Range
$72,000-$95,000 CAD
Why You Will Love Cyclic Materials - At Cyclic Materials, we're dedicated to supporting our workforce on their unique career journey
- We offer a competitive compensation package including Health and Dental coverage, RRSP (Canada)/ 401K (USA) contributions and a generous paid time off program that lets you recharge
- We value diversity and are committed to maintaining a workplace where everyone is respected and recognized for their contributions
The base compensation offered is determined based on the successful candidate's relevant experience, skills, and competencies and considers internal equity.
