Director, Capital Procurement
Top Benefits
About the role
Toronto Pearson is transforming. Now’s the time for your career to fly.
The Greater Toronto Airports Authority (GTAA) is a unique and dynamic place to work, with a bold plan to make Toronto Pearson, Canada’s leading global hub airport, a global leader in airport performance, customer care and sustainability. Together with our partners, approximately 1,900 GTAA employees are working to create a next-generation airport by innovating in all we do and striving for the most uplifting, safe and efficient experience for our passengers – all while championing the prosperity of our people, the community we call home, and our aviation partners. Join us on our journey together, as we put the joy back into travel and make Toronto Pearson the chosen place to fly and work.
What's in it for you?
- An opportunity to grow, develop, and thrive within a dynamic, and fast-growing company alongside thoughtful and passionate individuals dedicated to their work and community.
- Comprehensive benefits, including a flexible retirement program with employer matching, along with voluntary savings options (RRSP, TFSA, and Non-Registered Savings Plans).
- A flexible hybrid work environment, continuous internal and external learning opportunities, and a meaningful reward and recognition program.
What can you expect from this position?
Reporting to the Head of Procurement, the Director, Capital Procurement, leads end-to-end strategic sourcing and commercial execution for GTAA’s multi-year capital program. You will develop and implement category strategies, manage complex RFX processes and negotiations, and ensure competitive, transparent procurements that deliver value-for-money and enable timely project delivery. Acting as the primary interface with Airport Development and Technical Services, you will provide procurement expertise and leadership to support GTAA’s capital program objectives.
As a Director, Capital Procurement, you will:
- Lead development of multi-year capital procurement strategies aligned with GTAA’s capital plan.
- Oversee major procurements and commercial execution for high-value capital projects.
- Design and manage supplier prequalification frameworks and market engagement initiatives.
- Champion governance, policy adherence, and compliance across all capital procurement activities.
- Implement structured intake and pipeline planning for capital sourcing needs.
- Partner with Supplier Relationship Management to monitor supplier performance and drive improvements.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
- Lead, develop, and inspire a high-performing team, fostering an inclusive and service-focused culture.
- Provide thought leadership to align procurement strategies with corporate goals.
This is the role for you, if you have:
- Minimum 10+ years of progressive procurement and strategic sourcing experience, including at least 7 years in leadership roles managing complex, high-value capital projects.
- Proven ability to develop and execute multi-year category strategies for capital procurement.
- Deep knowledge of procurement principles, contract law, risk allocation, and dispute resolution.
- Hands-on experience with complex RFx processes, commercial negotiations, and governance frameworks.
- Exceptional ability to lead high-performing teams, influence senior stakeholders, and communicate complex procurement strategies clearly.
- Experience in capital-intensive, regulated, or infrastructure environments is an asset.
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business/Commerce, Engineering, or a related field.
- Ability to obtain and retain Transportation Security Clearance at the designated level for the position.
The GTAA is committed to Employment Equity and maintaining a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
About Greater Toronto Airports Authority
The GTAA manages and operates Toronto Pearson International Airport, the largest airport in Canada. We employ approximately 1,400 people directly and thousands more work within the airport community. Pre-COVID-19, more than 400,000 flights passed through the airport, taking with them 50 million passengers. Working as a team, we are creating the airport of the future, offering a safe and healthy experience for everyone at Toronto Pearson.
La GTAA gère et exploite l’aéroport international Pearson de Toronto, le plus grand aéroport au Canada. Nous employons directement plus de 1 350 personnes, et des milliers de plus travaillent dans la communauté de l’aéroport. Avant la pandémie de COVID19, plus de 400 000 vols, avec plus de 50 millions de passagers à leur bord, passaient par l’aéroport. En tant qu’équipe, nous nous efforçons de créer l’aéroport de demain en offrant un environnement sain et sûr à tous ceux qui fréquentent Toronto Pearson.
Email/Courriel: customer_service@gtaa.com
Director, Capital Procurement
Top Benefits
About the role
Toronto Pearson is transforming. Now’s the time for your career to fly.
The Greater Toronto Airports Authority (GTAA) is a unique and dynamic place to work, with a bold plan to make Toronto Pearson, Canada’s leading global hub airport, a global leader in airport performance, customer care and sustainability. Together with our partners, approximately 1,900 GTAA employees are working to create a next-generation airport by innovating in all we do and striving for the most uplifting, safe and efficient experience for our passengers – all while championing the prosperity of our people, the community we call home, and our aviation partners. Join us on our journey together, as we put the joy back into travel and make Toronto Pearson the chosen place to fly and work.
What's in it for you?
- An opportunity to grow, develop, and thrive within a dynamic, and fast-growing company alongside thoughtful and passionate individuals dedicated to their work and community.
- Comprehensive benefits, including a flexible retirement program with employer matching, along with voluntary savings options (RRSP, TFSA, and Non-Registered Savings Plans).
- A flexible hybrid work environment, continuous internal and external learning opportunities, and a meaningful reward and recognition program.
What can you expect from this position?
Reporting to the Head of Procurement, the Director, Capital Procurement, leads end-to-end strategic sourcing and commercial execution for GTAA’s multi-year capital program. You will develop and implement category strategies, manage complex RFX processes and negotiations, and ensure competitive, transparent procurements that deliver value-for-money and enable timely project delivery. Acting as the primary interface with Airport Development and Technical Services, you will provide procurement expertise and leadership to support GTAA’s capital program objectives.
As a Director, Capital Procurement, you will:
- Lead development of multi-year capital procurement strategies aligned with GTAA’s capital plan.
- Oversee major procurements and commercial execution for high-value capital projects.
- Design and manage supplier prequalification frameworks and market engagement initiatives.
- Champion governance, policy adherence, and compliance across all capital procurement activities.
- Implement structured intake and pipeline planning for capital sourcing needs.
- Partner with Supplier Relationship Management to monitor supplier performance and drive improvements.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
- Lead, develop, and inspire a high-performing team, fostering an inclusive and service-focused culture.
- Provide thought leadership to align procurement strategies with corporate goals.
This is the role for you, if you have:
- Minimum 10+ years of progressive procurement and strategic sourcing experience, including at least 7 years in leadership roles managing complex, high-value capital projects.
- Proven ability to develop and execute multi-year category strategies for capital procurement.
- Deep knowledge of procurement principles, contract law, risk allocation, and dispute resolution.
- Hands-on experience with complex RFx processes, commercial negotiations, and governance frameworks.
- Exceptional ability to lead high-performing teams, influence senior stakeholders, and communicate complex procurement strategies clearly.
- Experience in capital-intensive, regulated, or infrastructure environments is an asset.
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business/Commerce, Engineering, or a related field.
- Ability to obtain and retain Transportation Security Clearance at the designated level for the position.
The GTAA is committed to Employment Equity and maintaining a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
About Greater Toronto Airports Authority
The GTAA manages and operates Toronto Pearson International Airport, the largest airport in Canada. We employ approximately 1,400 people directly and thousands more work within the airport community. Pre-COVID-19, more than 400,000 flights passed through the airport, taking with them 50 million passengers. Working as a team, we are creating the airport of the future, offering a safe and healthy experience for everyone at Toronto Pearson.
La GTAA gère et exploite l’aéroport international Pearson de Toronto, le plus grand aéroport au Canada. Nous employons directement plus de 1 350 personnes, et des milliers de plus travaillent dans la communauté de l’aéroport. Avant la pandémie de COVID19, plus de 400 000 vols, avec plus de 50 millions de passagers à leur bord, passaient par l’aéroport. En tant qu’équipe, nous nous efforçons de créer l’aéroport de demain en offrant un environnement sain et sûr à tous ceux qui fréquentent Toronto Pearson.
Email/Courriel: customer_service@gtaa.com