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EllisDon

Purchasing Lead

Fort Saskatchewan, AB, Canada

Full-time

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Job details

Job type: Full-time
Experience: Minimum 5–8 years of purchasing experience, including 3–5 years within the construction industry.
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 27, 2026

Original job description

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In 2012, PME Inc. joined the EllisDon group of companies and currently functions as a self-performing, heavy civil contractor. PME offers a comprehensive range of services, such as Earthworks and Undergrounds, Pipeline, and Railways, and is committed to upholding EllisDon's values of integrity, mutual respect, safety, and quality.

PME Inc. champions a zero-harm culture, prioritizing safety and environmental responsibility. They exceed regulatory requirements and have a Responsive Modified Work Program to ensure workplace safety.

They value diversity and inclusion, understanding that different perspectives lead to innovation. We are committed to sustainable and equitable relationships with Indigenous communities, focusing on mutual respect and transparent communication.

In case you’re curious, here’s what the industry thinks of us and some of the impacts we've made to the communities we work in and our latest Impact Report, highlighting how we're putting our values into practice in areas such as the climate & environment, inclusive diversity, indigenous relations, and health and safety.

You as a Purchasing Lead will:

Lead, coach & develop a team of purchasers.
Lead the full purchasing cycle, including requisition review, budget evaluation, supplier quote evaluation, supplier award, purchase order creation, order tracking, expediting, delivery coordination, and issue resolution.
Execute high-volume purchasing activities across multiple construction entities with multiple active projects while maintaining accuracy, cost effectiveness, and responsiveness to changing project priorities.
Review project requirements, schedules, budgets, and lead times to proactively identify procurement needs and reduce delays to field operations
Monitor market conditions, material availability, supplier capacity, and long-lead items to mitigate procurement and supply chain risks.
Analyze purchasing trends, project forecasts, and supplier options to identify opportunities for cost savings, volume discounts, supplier consolidation, standardization, and improved buying agreements.
Build and maintain effective relationships with suppliers, manufacturers, distributors, rental providers, and service partners.
Negotiate pricing, terms, delivery schedules, service agreements, rebates, and volume discounts to support project and organizational objectives.
Collaborate with Project Managers, Superintendents, Estimators, Equipment Manager, Operations leaders, and Finance to align procurement activities with project schedules, budgets, and operational needs.
Collaborate with Accounts Payable to ensure purchase orders are accurately prepared, maintained, and updated to support timely and efficient downstream payment processing.
Maintain accurate procurement records, purchase orders, quotations, supplier
documentation, and cost coding to support reporting, audits, and compliance requirements.

Is this the right role for you?

Diploma or degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Procurement, Logistics, Construction Management, Commerce, or a related discipline; an equivalent combination of education and relevant construction procurement experience may be considered.
Minimum 5–8 years of purchasing experience, including 3–5 years within the construction industry.
Previous lead experience will be a heavily favoured asset.
Experience will equipment shop pushing will be considered an asset.
Explorer Eclipse experience will be considered an asset.
Demonstrated experience supporting self-performing heavy civil and infrastructure projects.
Proven ability to manage high-volume purchasing demands, multiple stakeholders, competing priorities, and time-sensitive procurement requirements.
Strong working knowledge of construction materials, equipment, rentals, consumables, supplier networks, and regional market conditions across Western Canada.
Strong negotiation, analytical, planning, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to work independently and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced construction environment.
Sound understanding of purchasing contracts, commercial terms, supplier agreements, procurement documentation, and ethical purchasing practices.
Collaborative, service-focused approach with the ability to build strong relationships with internal teams and external suppliers.
Demonstrated leadership capability, including the ability to set priorities, delegate work, coach team members, hold others accountable, and support a productive team environment

EllisDon is proud to provide this unique career opportunity that provides continuous learning, opportunity for growth, and a competitive compensation package within an environment that is committed to inclusion and respects diversity.

Go ahead and be yourself. We'll pay you for it!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome people of any age, culture, subculture, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nationality, ethnicity, race, size, mental or physical status, veteran status, religion, language, political opinion, working-style preference, family status, education, and socio-economic status. The EllisDon core values of Integrity and Mutual Respect welcomes everyone, at work and in the community, and our value of Mutual Accountability, means that we all have a role to play. As an EllisDon employee, this will ultimately be your commitment to Inclusive Diversity.

Accommodation for Applicants with disabilities will be made during the recruitment process when requested.

We are committed to providing a positive candidate experience and ensuring timely updates are provided to all candidates. If you haven’t already, be sure to create a profile on our Careers page to remain up to date on the status of your application and learn about new career opportunities as they arise.

EllisDon uses AI tools to assist in screening and assessing applicants for this position.

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Responsibilities

The Purchasing Lead will manage the full purchasing cycle, including supplier negotiations, budget evaluation, and order tracking across multiple construction projects. They are responsible for leading and developing a team of purchasers while ensuring cost-effectiveness and timely delivery of materials.

Requirements

Candidates must have a diploma or degree in a relevant field and 5–8 years of purchasing experience, with at least 3–5 years specifically in the construction industry. Strong negotiation, analytical, and leadership skills are required to manage high-volume procurement demands.

Skills

Purchasing
Supply chain management
Construction procurement
Negotiation
Budget evaluation
Expediting
Inventory management
Cost analysis
Leadership
Team development
Project coordination
Procurement documentation
Market analysis
Risk mitigation
Strategic sourcing

Benefits

Continuous learning
Opportunity for growth

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Keywords

Purchasing
Supply Chain Management
Construction Management
Procurement
Logistics
Heavy Civil
Infrastructure
Explorer Eclipse
Purchase Orders
Supplier Management
Cost Coding
Budgeting
Negotiation
Expediting
Inventory
Construction Materials
Equipment Rentals
Strategic Sourcing
Compliance
Auditing
Project Management
Operations
Finance
Accounts Payable
Market Conditions
Volume Discounts
Supply Chain Risks
Leadership
Team Development
Safety

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