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TRIUMF

, Canada's particle accelerator centre. We are a publicly funded, not-for-profit research lab that is a hub for discovery and innovation.

Our mission is to serve as Canada’s particle accelerator centre. We advance isotope science and technology, both fundamental and applied. We collaborate across communities and disciplines, from nuclear and particle physics to the life and material sciences. We discover and innovate, inspire and educate, creating knowledge and opportunity for all.

TRIUMF's diverse community of nearly 600 multidisciplinary researchers, engineers, technicians, tradespeople, staff, and students create a unique incubator for Canadian excellence, as well as a portal to premier global collaborations. Fueling innovation and improving lives, we are committed to accelerating discovery and shaping a better world.

TRIUMF's Procurement department is looking to hire a Procurement Specialist to join their team.

The primary function of this position is to perform TRIUMF’s central procurement activities. They include vendor negotiations, contract review, supply chain compliance oversight, purchase order issuance, and inventory replenishment for central stores.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Implement procurement standards, methods, controls, and best practices across TRIUMF.
• Conduct pricing negotiations with vendors.
• Implement supply chain procedures to support TRIUMF’s Supply Chain Policy
• Liaise with internal stakeholders to meet new supply chain compliance requirements
• Engage with suppliers to verify their qualifications
• Examine the price, suitability, and availability of items or services
• Research products
• Compare specifications and reviewing alternatives to fulfill TRIUMF objectives
• Issue purchase orders in accordance with TRIUMF’s supply chain policy and procedures.
• Problem and complaint resolution
• Advise and guide end-users in purchasing decisions

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• An understanding of the Supply Chain Management processes.
• A broad, thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of central procurement.
• Knowledge of supplier evaluation, qualification and relationship management processes.
• Must be resourceful in meeting compliance challenges
• Demonstrated negotiation skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, comprehension, interpretation, grammatical, oral, and written communication skills are extremely important, as are planning and organizing.
• Demonstrated experience working with ERP software used in managing core business processes for procurement – Workday knowledge is highly desirable.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel and Word)
• Good numerical reasoning and aptitude for figures; accuracy; attention to detail; and the ability to multitask and deal with changing priorities.
• Strong relationship building and interpersonal skills.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A Bachelor university degree or equivalent.
• A least 3 years of procurement, supply chain, or supplier relationship management experience.
• CSCP / SCMP or equivalent supply chain certification is desirable.

Applicants must be legally able to work in Canada, either as a Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident, or with a work permit valid for at least 18 months after the start date.

Salary: $82,195 CAD plus our comprehensive benefits plan

Position type:

Temporary (Fixed Term)

Hours per week:

35

Total Rewards

At TRIUMF, we value our employees and are committed to providing a competitive total rewards package. We offer comprehensive benefits that promote the well-being and security of our staff and provide an excellent opportunity to grow your career in a high-profile national research facility, where you can make a difference.

Benefits Information:

• TRIUMF paid dental, extended health, vision care, emergency travel assistance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Life Insurance, and supplementary Wellness Benefits.
• Excellent Employee Pension Plan
• Disability benefits, and optional additional Life insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)
• Generous time away
• Maternity and paternity leaves and top-ups

Application closing date:

October 19, 2025

Apply now and be part of our extraordinary journey.

Learn more about the amazing research and work we do at TRIUMF.

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Equity, diversity, and inclusion are integral to excellence and enhance our ability to create knowledge and opportunity for all. Together, we are committed to building an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates the voices of our employees, students, partners, and the people and communities we serve.

As an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity, we encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalised on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

Contact information:
Email: recruiting@triumf.ca
Phone: 604.222.1047
Fax: 604.222.3791

4004 Wesbrook Mall - Vancouver, BC - V6T 2A3

TRIUMF is located on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the xwməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam) People, who for millennia have passed on their culture, history, and traditions from one generation to the next on this site.