Job Description Are you ready to play a pivotal role in one of Canada’s most significant naval programs? Join our Inbound Logistics and Government Furnished Information and Material (GFX) Project Team as an Associate Procurement Specialist , where you’ll help manage Government Property (GP) for the River Class Destroyer Program. This is your opportunity to contribute to a high-profile project that shapes the future of naval capability.

As part of our dynamic team, you’ll ensure GP information and materials are effectively controlled and integrated across all program and build activities. You’ll collaborate closely with internal teams, external vendors, and subcontractors to maintain compliance and drive successful project execution.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Sourcing: Research and analyze to develop optimal sourcing strategies for your portfolio.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Provide accurate, timely, and clear advice to support progress and schedule adherence.
• Supplier Management: Oversee full life cycle activities—pre-qualification, engagement, negotiations, and performance management—to ensure on-time delivery.
• Sourcing Events: Develop and manage RFIs and RFPs to meet cost and schedule expectations.
• Contract Management: Prepare contracts, lead negotiations, deliver executive briefings, and manage post-award administration.
• Purchase Order Oversight: Review and attest invoices to ensure first-time match and compliance.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in a relevant discipline (preferred).
• Introductory knowledge of end-to-end supply chain and procurement activities.
• Ability to complete assigned tasks, typically gained through 0–2 years of relevant experience.
• Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite

Due to the nature of work Irving Shipbuilding does, all successful applicants must meet requirements for the Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP), Canadian Government Security clearance, and U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Please note this position requires a full-time, in-office presence. About Us Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

About The Team Irving Shipbuilding is proud to be Canada's National Shipbuilder. Our team is constructing more than 20 modern patrol ships and destroyers for the Royal Canadian Navy and Canadian Coast Guard as part of the largest defence procurement project in Canadian history.

By joining our team of more than 2,400 shipbuilders, you can enjoy a dynamic and exciting career with a company dedicated to your success, development, and safety.

At Irving Shipbuilding, we're making history - why not make it with us? Learn more about careers at Irving Shipbuilding: shipsforcanada.ca/opportunities.

We invite applications from all qualified candidates, including racially visible persons, women in underrepresented roles, persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and encourage applicants to self-identify.