Procurement Sourcing Specialist Salary Range: $65,000 - $97,000 Location: Prince George, BC or Vancouver, BC

Ready to be at the heart of a zero-carbon energy future?

As aProcurement Sourcing Specialist at Drax, you will develop and implement sourcing strategies that maximize value while ensuring effective governance and risk management.

You will manage the procurement process, including tendering, negotiation, and contract management, while fostering strong supplier relationships. Evaluating external spending for risk, value, and cost will also be key to your success.

Collaboration with internal teams is essential to ensure smooth Procure-to-Pay (P2P) processes. If you are results-driven and have a passion for strategic sourcing, you should reach out!

Why join Drax?

At Drax, we’re not just generating power; we’re transforming it. We’re a diverse and committed team, working together to create a brighter, more sustainable future. When you join us, you’ll find:

• A Clear Purpose: Be part of a company at the forefront of sustainable energy, making a real difference for the planet and our communities.
• Growth Opportunities: We believe in developing our people.
• Comprehensive Benefits: From day one, you’ll receive competitive wages, comprehensive health and dental benefits, and an RRSP matching plan to support your financial goals. You’ll also participate in a company bonus plan that rewards overall Drax performance and safety.
• A Supportive Team: Work in an environment where continuous learning is encouraged, and your contributions are valued. We’re a ‘can-do’ kind of place, empowering you to make informed decisions and do the right thing.

Your Day-to-Day as a Procurement Sourcing Specialist, You’ll be:

• Deliver strategic sourcing initiatives for North America, more focused on our sites in Canada, to align with business strategies and ensure early engagement in procurement processes.
• Achieve cost savings and non-financial targets to support Drax's business strategy.
• Manage the tender process from technical specifications and scope to contract award, ensuring efficient Procure-To-Pay (P2P) practices post-award.
• Meet key project milestones and deliver results within agreed timelines.
• Ensure compliance with governance, regulatory requirements, and legislation.
• Provide guidance on best practices and incorporate sustainability into supply chain decision-making.
• Support stakeholders in budget management and collaborate with finance teams to monitor expenditures.
• Engage with internal stakeholders to oversee costs, performance, and third-party relationships.
• Coordinate and provide support as required to the Procure-To-Pay (P2P) outsourcing team.
• Adjust strategies based on changes in the supply base as needed.

What you’ll bring: To excel in this vital role, you’ll need:

• Strong technical procurement skills coupled with the ability to drive best practices and innovation.
• Good understanding of contract terms and conditions, along with strong negotiation skills and the ability to proactively challenge stakeholders and their demands.
• Degree qualified.
• Capable of driving change in traditional stakeholder relationships and garnering business support for new ways of working that create value for Drax.
• Ability to provide prompt, efficient, and personalized service to stakeholders and business units at all levels, ensuring individual stakeholder needs are met and building productive relationships.
• High level of personal integrity and professionalism.
• Self-starter with a "can do/will do" attitude, demonstrating energy, drive, and commitment to making things happen.
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams and geographies to achieve alignment.
• Excellent negotiation skills with the capability to proactively challenge stakeholders and their demands.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels.
• Demonstrates resilience and the ability to navigate complex challenges and deal with ambiguity.
• Project management experience or actively working towards it.
• World Contracting & Commerce certification (formerly IACCM) will be supported within this role.
• Familiarity with categories such as Industrial Services; Electrical, Controls and Instrumentation; Mechanical and Civil Engineering Services and Equipment; Sustenance Capex projects; and Supply Agreements – MRO and Consumables (including PPE).

How we act at Drax:

Our culture is built on a few core beliefs that guide everything we do:

• We care about what matters: We support each other to achieve important goals.
• We’re a can-do kind of place: We’re empowered to make informed decisions and do what’s right.
• We see things differently: We share insights, search for new ideas, and innovate.
• We listen carefully: We ensure everyone feels heard and valued.
• We do what we say we’ll do: We are proactive, committed, and reliable.

Ready to make a difference?

Apply today to help Drax discover the talented individuals we need to drive this change. A career at Drax is more than just a job—it’s a chance to make a difference.

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The Drax Resourcing team will never use third-party apps to make job offers. The recruitment process with Drax will always include at least one face-to-face interview, either in person or via an online video call, as well as several phone conversations. Drax will never ask you to download apps to enter timesheet details or ask you to purchase your own IT equipment. If you have any concerns during your recruitment process or suspect something isn’t right, please contact us via careers@drax.com to verify the application or details of the person you have been speaking to.

Please note that, whilst not expected, the company may pay at a rate outside the band for this role where appropriate, taking into account the candidate’s experience, skills and other relevant factors.

The advertised salary range relates to British Columbia and is provided in accordance with the BC Pay Transparency Act. We recognize, however, that salaries are often driven by market forces in the local area where a candidate is based, and accordingly, the salary range may not apply outside of British Columbia.