Procurement Specialist / Coordinator

Now hiring a Procurement Specialist for  Canadian Railway Services in Squamish, BC.   Exciting opportunity to work on high-impact rail and rolling stock projects across North America.  Offering a competitive wage, excellent benefits, and lots of room to grow and learn.

About the Role, Benefits & Perks:

• Full-time, year-round.  Based in Squamish, BC
• Schedule: 40 hours/week, Monday to Friday.
• Wage:  $65,000 – $80,000 per year based on experience. *negotiable
• RRSP or retirement savings plan, subject to eligibility.
• Paid vacation time.
• Potential housing or relocation support.
• Group insurance and health benefits plan plus other great perks.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Opportunity to play a key leadership role in a growing, national rail organization and work on high-impact rail and rolling stock projects across North America.
• Committed to providing equal employment opportunities and fostering an inclusive workplace.  We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

The Perfect Candidate: 

• Diploma or degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Procurement, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain roles, preferably in manufacturing, rail, transportation, or industrial environments.
• Experience in sourcing steel/metal materials, technical components, fabricated parts, or engineered equipment.
• Ability to interpret basic technical drawings, specifications, and bills of materials.
• Proficiency with ERP, procurement, or inventory management systems.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with multiple stakeholders.
• Bilingualism (English/French) is an asset.

Responsibilities Include: 

• Source and procure materials, components, equipment, and services in accordance with project and operational requirements.
• Prepare and issue purchase orders aligned with approved budgets, specifications, and internal procedures.
• Request, analyze, and compare supplier quotations to ensure best value, quality, and lead time.
• Manage supplier relationships and support supplier selection, onboarding, and performance monitoring.
• Track order status and proactively follow up with suppliers to mitigate delays or shortages.
• Resolve procurement issues related to delivery, quality, documentation, or discrepancies.
• Coordinate closely with engineering, project management, and production teams to support evolving requirements.
• Maintain accurate procurement records and ensure compliance with internal controls and quality requirements.
• Support cost tracking, reporting, and continuous improvement of procurement processes.

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