Procurement Specialist - job 1 of 2

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

AECOM is looking for a highly organized and detail-oriented Experienced Procurement Specialist  to join our team in procuring water/wastewater treatment equipment. This role is critical in supporting our clients needs relating to large capital projects.  The ideal candidate will be experienced in procurement implementation/coordination, supplier relationship management, legal and commercial negotiation, and coordinating closely with both internal and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

Vendor Interaction and Management:

• Engage with vendors throughout the negotiation process, driving agreements to close.
• Meet requirements for completeness, competitiveness, compliance, quality, cost-effectiveness, and alignment stakeholder standards.
• Collaborate closely with the wider project teams, including the Owner, Engineers, Legal etc.

Contract Preparation and Legal Coordination:

• Negotiate contracts for selected vendors, and coordinate with legal counsel as needed.

Industry Knowledge and Pricing Trends:

• Maintain a strong understanding of industry trends to ensure accurate pricing and effective vendor management.
• Leverage market insights to optimize procurement and support cost-efficiency goals.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor degree in a relevant discipline: engineering, finance, business, etc.
• 6+ years experience of procurement related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with large infrastructure capital project delivery is an asset.
• Experience with municipal government clients is an asset.
• Proven experience in procurement, with a strong understanding of vendor management and contract negotiation.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and make informed decisions.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively interact with stakeholders.
• Certification in procurement or supply chain management (e.g., CPSM, CPIM, or equivalent) is an asset.
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g. Excel).
• Knowledge of water/wastewater treatment equipment and related industry standards is an asset.

Sponsorship for Canadian employment authorization is not available for this position

About AECOM

AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity 

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation, benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.

Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.