Procurement Lead

Procurement Lead

About TWD Technologies Ltd. 

TWD delivers technical business solutions to our clients in the Energy and Infrastructure sectors. TWD is a recognized leading multi-discipline EPCM firm, with extensive experience providing project development, execution, engineering, and specialty services. With our integrated office project execution approach, TWD brings the combined experience and talent of all of our offices to offer our clients outstanding services.

Our team is dedicated to our Mission – “Together We Deliver. This speaks to the importance of overall teamwork and effectiveness between our employees, suppliers and clients.

Why Join Us? 

Our success is based on our people. We attract, develop and reward individuals who have the passion to make a significant contribution to the continued growth of our business. 

At TWD, we offer excellent career opportunities with an established team that has a refreshing reputation. We want to attract the best people and we want them to stay with us, so we have created a culture that fosters innovation, challenges the norm and encourages creativity. Individuals are empowered to make decisions while creating a respectful workplace where people are treated fairly and are highly motivated to succeed.

TWD is currently looking for a  Procurement Lead. This position is based in Burlington, ON. 

Job Summary
As a Procurement Lead, you will oversee procurement activities that support the successful delivery of energy and infrastructure projects across multiple business units and geographic regions. This role is responsible for developing sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships, leading contract negotiations, and ensuring the timely acquisition of goods and services. The Procurement Lead collaborates closely with project teams, engineering, construction, and commercial stakeholders to optimize cost, quality, schedule, and supply chain performance while maintaining compliance with corporate policies and industry standards.

• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with project and organizational objectives.
• Lead procurement planning activities, including sourcing schedules, bid evaluations, and supplier engagement strategies.
• Identify opportunities for cost optimization, process improvements, and supply chain efficiencies.
• Monitor market trends, supplier capabilities, and industry developments to support informed procurement decisions.

• Manage the end-to-end sourcing process, including supplier prequalification, request for proposal (RFP) preparation, bid solicitation, evaluation, and award recommendations.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, contractors, and service providers.
• Evaluate supplier performance and implement corrective actions or improvement initiatives where required.
• Support supplier diversity, sustainability, and local content objectives where applicable.

• Lead commercial negotiations for major contracts, purchase agreements, and service agreements.
• Ensure contractual terms adequately address commercial, operational, and project risks.
• Collaborate with legal, commercial, and project teams during contract development and execution.
• Monitor contract compliance and support the resolution of contractual issues and disputes.

• Coordinate procurement activities to support project schedules and operational requirements.
• Track procurement progress, supplier deliverables, and critical milestones.
• Identify and mitigate procurement and supply chain risks that may impact project performance.
• Provide procurement guidance and support to project teams throughout the project lifecycle.

• Serve as a key procurement advisor to project managers, engineering teams, and business leaders.
• Lead cross-functional procurement initiatives and facilitate alignment among stakeholders.
• Mentor and support procurement personnel, promoting knowledge sharing and professional development.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of procurement processes, systems, and governance practices.

• Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, regulatory requirements, and ethical standards.
• Support supplier risk assessments and supply chain due diligence activities.
• Prepare procurement reports, performance metrics, and management updates.
• Maintain accurate procurement records and documentation in accordance with company requirements.

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, Commerce, or a related discipline.
• 10+ years of progressive procurement, sourcing, supply chain, or contract management experience, preferably within the energy, infrastructure, engineering, construction, or industrial sectors.
• Demonstrated experience leading complex procurement activities for large-scale projects and operational environments.
• Strong knowledge of strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, contract negotiation, and procurement best practices.
• Experience managing commercial risk and supporting contract administration processes.
• Proficiency with enterprise procurement, ERP, and contract management systems.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced, global environment.
• Professional procurement or supply chain certifications are considered an asset.

Note: This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and is not exhaustive. Duties and responsibilities may be subject to change based on business needs and management discretion.
 

We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome all qualified applicants. If you require accommodation at any time throughout the recruitment process, please contact our Human Resources Team.