Procurement Specialist II

Job description

The Procurement Specialist II is responsible for the identification, classification, requisition, negotiation, procurement and contract administration of direct-buy materials and services required in support of new vessels constructed by Seaspan Shipyards under the Federal Fleet Renewal Program (FFRP). The incumbent will work closely with the FFRP teams to support their purchase requirements. They will also work closely with engineering, planning and production staff to support the development of procurement specifications and will be responsible for leading competitive processes (RFx) to deliver engineering requirements to market. The Procurement Specialist II maintains in accordance with procurement and contracting standard methodologies, as well as Seaspan’s Industrial and Regional Benefits (IRB) commitments, customer requirements and corporate Purchasing Policy. Note: This position qualifies for an optional hybrid work schedule after 90 days of onsite work and onboarding. What you’ll do: - Research and identify potential suppliers capable of supplying equipment and/or services required for direct-buy shipyard procurements. - Lead the sourcing, bid evaluation, selection, procure...