Regional Procurement Business Partner

Arcadis

. Lead Canadian implementation and localization of Arcadis Global Procurement Policy, procedures and governance requirements .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeToronto • CanadaSeniorLead💰 CA$97,000 - CA$125,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

Use this summary to align your resume positioning with the role.

Demonstrates extensive project procurement and sourcing expertise, with a strong focus on implementing and localizing procurement policies and frameworks in Canada. Capable of managing supplier performance, commercial negotiations, and compliance with Canadian legal requirements while fostering strategic supplier relationships.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Project Procurement ExperienceSupplier Qualification ManagementCommercial Negotiation ExpertiseProcurement Framework ImplementationStakeholder Management Skills

ATS Keywords

Tailor your resume

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills

Project ProcurementSourcingSubcontractingCommercial AcumenSupplier Performance ManagementSpend AnalysisContract Lifecycle ManagementRisk ManagementProcurement ReportingFramework Agreement Development

Soft Skills

Stakeholder ManagementInfluencing SkillsAnalytical Capability

Tools & Technologies

ERP ToolsE-Sourcing ToolsAnalytics ToolsOraclePower BI

Certifications & Qualifications

CIPSSCMP

Industry Keywords

EngineeringInfrastructureConstructionEnvironmentalTransportationWaterDesign-BuildHealth & SafetyESGIndigenous Participation

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERPOracle

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead Canadian implementation and localization of Arcadis Global Procurement Policy, procedures and governance requirements
Implement and localize the project procurement delivery model for Canadian pursuits and projects from pursuit through closeout
Translate global procurement procedures into Canadian guidance and workflows
Implement and localize contracting frameworks and develop Canadian legal framework agreements and supporting templates
Implement preferred supplier and subcontractor strategies and processes in Canada
Develop and deliver Canadian procurement training and practical guidance
Clarify roles and handoffs among project teams, Procurement, Legal, Finance, Tax, Treasury, Health & Safety, Accounts Payable and supplier due diligence
Provide procurement input into opportunity shaping, bid assessment, pricing, subcontracting strategy, supplier-market capability, Indigenous and social procurement, logistics, lead times, commercial risk and project staffing
Estimate procurement resource requirements and billable hours for proposals and project budgets
Convert pursuit commitments and client requirements into executable project procurement plans after award
Develop and lead project sourcing and subcontracting strategies
Manage end-to-end RFx, supplier qualification, bid leveling, evaluation, negotiation, award and contract or purchase order formation
Lead commercial negotiations and ensure flow-down of client requirements into supplier and subcontractor agreements
Manage contract lifecycle activities including work authorizations, amendments, variations, claims support, renewals, closeout and records
Coordinate supplier status reporting and expediting resources for long-lead equipment, materials and critical services
Analyze Canadian direct spend and identify sourcing and commercial improvement opportunities
Partner with Category Managers to implement category strategies, procurement frameworks and preferred supplier arrangements
Provide Canadian project and supplier-market insight across professional services, laboratories and testing, drilling, waste and remediation, equipment rental, utility locating, construction and trades
Establish strategic supplier relationships and supplier segmentation
Monitor supplier performance against cost, schedule, quality, safety, ESG and service requirements
Identify, assess and manage supply chain, contractual, commercial and delivery risk
Ensure compliance with global procurement policy, Canadian legal requirements, delegated authority, supplier qualification, ESG screening, procurement systems and project or client requirements
Partner with Canada Legal on provincial prompt-payment, holdback, lien, language and contract-template requirements
Escalate and resolve high-risk, non-compliant or commercially significant procurement activities and supplier exceptions
Act as primary procurement interface for Canadian sector, pursuit, project and commercial stakeholders
Build relationships and influence sourcing decisions with sector executives, commercial operations, account and pursuit leaders, project managers, technical leaders and enabling functions
Collaborate with the Regional Procurement Director on Canadian sourcing priorities, governance, efficiencies, resourcing and forward planning
Coordinate regional and global procurement resources and support future integration of a Canada-based buyer
Integrate sustainability, Supplier Code of Conduct, Indigenous participation, social value and supplier diversity into pursuit and sourcing strategies

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum 10 years of relevant project procurement, sourcing, subcontracting or commercial experience in engineering, infrastructure, transportation, water, environmental, buildings, construction or design-build environments
Extensive direct and project procurement experience
Experience supporting pursuits and complex multidisciplinary projects
Experience implementing and localizing global procurement policies, operating models, procedures, templates and governance
Experience implementing and localizing framework agreements, preferred supplier, subcontractor, contract-document control and records-retention requirements
Strong expertise in professional services, subconsultancy and construction subcontract procurement
Knowledge of supplier qualification, RFx, bid evaluation, commercial negotiation, award and supplier performance management
Strong commercial acumen and knowledge of prime-contract flow-downs, liability, indemnity, insurance, warranties, pricing mechanisms, payment terms, change management, claims support and closeout
Experience implementing category strategies and procurement frameworks in Canada
Experience designing and delivering procurement training and practical guidance
Experience managing supplier performance throughout the project lifecycle
Strong understanding of Canadian procurement governance and provincial contracting considerations
Knowledge of supplier qualification, ESG, Health & Safety and supply chain risk management
Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills
Strong analytical capability, including spend analysis, supplier concentration, cost modeling, value measurement and procurement reporting
Proficiency with ERP, e-sourcing and analytics tools, including Oracle and Power BI or comparable platforms
Degree-level education in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Commercial Management, Engineering, Construction Management or another relevant discipline, or equivalent practical experience
Fluent English required
French capability is an asset for supporting Quebec stakeholders and requirements
Professional procurement or supply chain certification preferred, such as CIPS, SCMP or equivalent

Benefits

Comp & perks

Skills-based career development approach
Meaningful work delivering sustainable solutions
Equal opportunity and affirmative action employer
Inclusion and belonging commitment
Professional procurement or supply chain certification is preferred (CIPS, SCMP or equivalent)