Procurement Project Manager

About This Role

The incumbent of the position has the responsibility of ensuring the effective selection, and management of suppliers and subcontractors to meet program requirements in line with CAE’s commercial practices while mitigating CAE’s risk.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Cultivate potential supplier relationship, prepare, issue and follow-up precise Request for Quotations (RFQ) for large and complex subcontract programs
• Lead commercial evaluation of subcontractors’ proposal with multi-disciplinary team composed of specialists from engineering, software, project and operational groups as applicable
• Negotiate subcontract agreements within technical scope, schedule and budget allocation including flowdown of specific Program Terms and Conditions
• Draft subcontracts agreements in line with the company commercial guidelines, such agreements which may include complex licensing arrangements
• Monitor subcontractor’s progress and performance to ensure the timely and complete delivery of the procured goods & services in conformity conform to the technical and commercial requirements
• Exercise state remedies, as appropriate, where subcontractor’s performance is deficient and Lead disputes resolution in a timely manner
• Work closely with Global Strategic Sourcing team to develop and implement improvement opportunities in support of organizational goals & strategies
• Provide reports to Global Strategic Sourcing Senior Management

Required Skills & Qualifications

• University degree in Engineering or Business Administration
• Strong on-hand, knowledge and experience in international purchasing practices, contracts and dispute resolution are mandatory
• 5-8 years of Contracts or Subcontract Management experience. is mandatory
• Knowledge of aerospace simulation industry will be considered an asset
• Knowledge of standard procurement tools (ERP system) will be an asset
• Ability to work under operational pressure and short deadline is mandatory
• Work requires willingness to travel and to work flexible schedule.
• Good organizational skills and the ability to work self-directed in order to prioritize work to meet deadlines.
• Able to provide leadership in a team environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work with diverse groups of individuals and disciplines
• Highly motivated, self-managed individual able to work with little direct oversight
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

CAE offers:

• An environment where your initiatives will be recognized and valued
• The opportunity to work on a variety of projects in a multidisciplinary team
• A flexible schedule
• Hybrid work
• Attractive benefits

Position Type                       

Regular

CAE thanks all applicants for their interest. However, only those whose background and experience match the requirements of the role will be contacted.

Equal Opportunity Employer 

CAE is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. As "One CAE," we take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, nationality, colour, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, neurodiversity, Veteran status, age, or other legally protected characteristics.  

If you don't see yourself fully reflected in every job requirement listed in the job posting, we still encourage you to reach out and apply. At CAE, everyone is welcome to contribute to our success. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please get in touch with us at [email protected].