Specialist, Procurement
About Aecon
Aecon delivers some of the most complex and impactful infrastructure projects — from transformative transportation networks to critical energy, industrial and nuclear programs. The projects we build connect communities and power future generations. With deep roots in North America and a strong footprint internationally, Aecon brings global expertise and proudly serves public and private sector clients through its Construction and Concessions segment.
Safety Always is not only our #1 core value – it is the standard that anchors our culture. We believe the most ambitious projects deserve the most committed people. At Aecon, you won’t just build your career — you’ll help build what matters to enable future generations to thrive.
Core Values
- Safety Always: The safety of our people, projects, partners, and stakeholders is our priority focus – today and always.
- Integrity: We lead by example, with humility and courage.
- Accountability: We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.
- Inclusion: We provide opportunities where people feel valued, supported, and empowered to contribute fully.
What We Offer
- Support for you and your family’s mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
- Investment in your development through Aecon University, tuition reimbursement, and Leadership Programs.
- Work environments focused on mutual respect, teamwork, collaboration, and new ideas.
- Initiatives, training, and partnerships with Veteran groups to build with top talent.
- Responsible operation by managing risk, safety, and environmental considerations across all projects.
Responsibilities
- Satisfy demand placed on the system on time.
- Create purchase orders in SAP, confirm purchase quantities and pricing with vendor.
- Adhere to Aecon preferred supplier sourcing footprint.
- Drive toward a zero exception procure-to-pay process.
- Resolve price, delivery, account assignment, material, and service-related exceptions in real time.
- Increase the use and refinement of Aecon’s material master data.
- Ensure all packing slips are verified for pertinent information.
- Track all rental equipment and tooling.
- Clear open commitments and close purchase orders as required.
- Maintain and organize all related filing systems.
- Generate Vendor Corrective Measures when required.
- Perform other procurement administrative duties as needed.
Requirements
- Minimum two years’ experience in the construction industry; procurement experience is favorable.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, exercising judgment and initiative while multitasking.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to forge relationships both internally within different Aecon departments and externally with suppliers.
- Technical understanding of SAP and the procure-to-pay process.
- Intermediate to advanced level of Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
- Understanding of “total cost” concepts.
- Ability to work collaboratively as a team member.
- Independent thinker capable of taking initiative and finding solutions for challenges.
Citizenship Requirement
This position requires access to nuclear facilities and information governed by U.S. federal regulations. As a result, applicants must be U.S. citizens to meet eligibility and security clearance requirements.