If you’re like us, you don’t have much time for the way things are.

Ausenco is a global company redefining what’s possible. Our team is based across 26 offices in 14 countries, with projects in over 80 locations worldwide. Combining our deep technical expertise with a 30-year track record, we deliver innovative, value-add consulting studies, project delivery, asset operations and maintenance solutions to the mining & metals, oil & gas, and industrial sectors.

Join our team and be part of an exciting execution-phase project in the North American mining industry. You'll play a key role in critical project phases, from Basic Engineering and Detailed Engineering to Construction, gaining hands-on experience across a variety of commodities. This is your opportunity to make a real impact in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

We are currently seeking an energetic and enthusiastic Director - Supply Chain to be based in either Toronto, Burlington or the Calgary office. If you’re the right person for the job, we are open to discussing you being located in another office location.

About the role

• Build a highly competent and effective team of contracts and procurement professionals to successfully execute major projects across North America. Related activities include:
  • Recruitment of personnel.
  • Management and coordination of the consolidated contracts and procurement staffing plan for North America major projects.
  • Personnel development including training and mentoring as well as performance management activities.
  • Input to the development of supply chain standards, processes, procedures and systems.
  • Participation in project reviews and audits.
  • Creation and implementation of regional contracts and procurement strategies that are innovative, cost-effective, and incorporate the growing complexities and challenges within the industry.
  • Leadership of transformational activities to build supply chain organizational capabilities and improve efficiency.
  • Keeping abreast of changing industry trends, including identifying changes and their effect on supply chain activities.
  • Development and maintenance of long-term relationships with critical vendors and contractors.
  • Development and maintenance of relationships with Base Business.
  • Support for regional business development activities.
• When directly assigned to a project,
  • Develop and implement the Supply Chain Execution/Management Plan including contracts and procurement strategies.
  • Develop the supply chain staffing plan.
  • Manage and coordinate project contract and procurement package formation and administration activities including negotiation of contracts with vendors and contractors.
  • Manage technological systems that track the shipment, inventory and supply of materials.

About You

• Minimum of 20 years’ experience in supply chain management for the engineering and construction of major projects including procurement, contracts, expediting, supplier quality management and transportation and logistics.
• Technical software requirements – working knowledge of Smart Materials or equivalent applications.
• Excellent negotiation, communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills will ensure success in this demanding role.
• Proven ability to manage, motivate and influence employees at all levels.
• Essential qualifications and/or education.
• Strong research skills.
• Strong analytical skills.
• International commercial exposure across a range of relevant sectors.
• Experience in project delivery.
• Willingness to travel.

Why Ausenco?

We support individual growth and aim to allow you to work in a way that plays to your strengths. Beyond a competitive remuneration package we offer:  

Career advancement - Embark on a journey of continuous growth through technical training, mentorship initiatives, and networking opportunities  

Work Life Balance – Experience the best of both worlds with our hybrid work model, allowing you to balance office days with working from home; and progressive parental leave benefits to foster family needs and professional life 

Holistic approach to wellness – Take a proactive approach to your overall wellbeing. Access to confidential counselling, information services and a benefits program that supports your health & wellness 

Accessible leadership team – Work with highly reputable industry leaders who value your contribution

Our people don’t settle for the status quo. If you have an entrepreneurial spirit and want to help set a new standard in sustainability, we’ll help you find your place. This means working with you to develop a unique career path and skillset to match your ambition. 

We’re proud of the work we do, and we do it within a culture that is open, honest, and cooperative. We have a history of attracting visionary people who embrace challenges and deliver creative solutions for every project, and your voice is an important part of the conversation. 

As a global company we embrace and encourage diversity in its fullest sense – gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, experience, nationality, colour, language, religion, location, disability, education, skills, working styles and time availability. Our work environments are based on mutual trust and respect for the rights and opportunities of every individual. 

Expected Salary: Variation in salary is determined by factors such as qualifications, relevant years of experience, and prevailing market conditions for the specific role. 

Join us and work a better way. 

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