The Opportunity
Ulteig is seeking a Commercial Supply Chain & Procurement Manager to join our Automation, Integration & System Protection (AISP) team. This is a newly created, leadership role responsible for building and leading a high-performing sourcing team that procures and delivers the SCADA and metering equipment powering our engineering product delivery.
This role combines commercial ownership - including financial responsibility for the equipment portfolio - with hands-on team leadership and close partnership with engineering, proposal, and Enterprise Procurement Team. The Commercial Supply Chain & Procurement Manager sits within AISP department, giving equipment sourcing decisions a direct line to project delivery and technical requirements.
What You'll Do
- Build, lead, and grow a high-performing equipment sourcing team dedicated to SCADA and metering procurement, including hiring, coaching, professional development, and resource planning as the team scales.
- Own and manage the equipment financials - forecasting, revenue, cost of goods sold (COGS), and margin targets - balancing lowest total cost against supply resilience and delivery risk.
- Develop and execute an equipment sourcing strategy, including supplier spend diversification, supplier capacity/capability balance, and supply chain risk management across the SCADA and metering portfolio.
- Own supplier relationship management: agreements, terms & conditions, performance monitoring and reporting, payment terms, and bulk pricing negotiations.
- Build and continuously improve core sourcing processes across the project lifecycle - quoting, requirements flow-down, supplier selection, inventory planning, PO management, order fulfillment coordination, end-of-life management, and change order execution.
- Partner with engineering teams to translate technical specifications and bills of materials into sourcing requirements, ensuring procured equipment meets project design, quality, and schedule requirements.
- Incorporate supply chain cybersecurity and regulatory considerations (e.g., NERC CIP supply chain risk management requirements) into supplier selection and sourcing decisions for SCADA and metering systems.
- Partner with the Enterprise Supply Chain team on shared capabilities: supplier and subconsultant onboarding, strategic pricing negotiations, logistics, receiving, inventory management, ERP enablement, supplier corrective action programs, and supply chain analytics/KPIs.
- Ensure the consistent application of Supply Chain best practices and adherence to Ulteig’s Supplier Management program.
- Maintain market intelligence on SCADA/metering commodity pricing, lead times, supply chain risk, and evolving contract terms and conditions.
- Partner with proposal and sales teams to incorporate real-time pricing, timely contracting, and client feedback into proposals and project execution.
- Identify, manage, and mitigate equipment delivery risk across active projects.
What We Expect From You
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
- 10+ years of procurement and contract negotiation experience in the energy sector, spanning power delivery, process automation, protection & control, and/or renewable energy infrastructure.
- Prior people-leadership experience, with a track record of building and developing high-performing teams.
- Demonstrated commercial acumen and knowledge of equipment and service supply contracts for major infrastructure projects, including the contractual risks inherent to them.
- Proven ability to evaluate and mitigate risk related to price, schedule, and quality.
- Strong track record of managing relationships with external suppliers, vendors, clients, and project stakeholders.
- Excellent cross-functional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships across engineering, sales, finance, and Enterprise Supply Chain.
- Demonstrated sense of urgency in resolving procurement issues that affect project schedule and budget.
- Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment while maintaining a positive, collaborative attitude.
- Ability to travel as needed to meet with suppliers, vendors, and project stakeholders.
- Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
- Must possess a valid Canadian Driver’s License and ability to meet company driving standards
- Must have the ability to travel across the United States and Canada
- Demonstrates openness to innovation by embracing and applying evolving technology and AI tools to enhance workflows, solve problems, and drive continuous improvement
Preferred Qualifications
- Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) contracting experience, ideally within a consulting/engineering services organization.
- Direct experience procuring SCADA, metering, or related automation and protection & control equipment.
- Familiarity with NERC CIP or other utility supply chain cybersecurity and regulatory requirements.
- Professional certification such as CPSM, CPM, or equivalent.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and ERP/procurement systems.
As you consider applying for a position at Ulteig, we encourage you to think outside the box – because we do! You might not meet 100% of the skills listed in a description, but we are committed to hiring people with exceptional talent, ability and potential, and then creating an environment where they can become the best versions of themselves. We don’t want to miss out on the possibility of speaking with the next outstanding Ulteig team member, so please apply if you think this role is a great match for your unique skills and strengths. And, yes, relevant military experience is absolutely considered for transitioning service members.
What You Can Expect from Ulteig
Ulteig is a purpose driven organization that has built a culture focused on people – both our clients and our employees –for over 80 years. Working at Ulteig is more than a job, opening opportunities to make an impact by creating and solving for a sustainable future. We recognize our success relies heavily on the dedication and focus of our workforce; this is why we make investing in our employees a top priority. We prioritize flexibility and staying connected to meet your needs and help you achieve your goals. We value your unique perspective, respect your individuality and celebrate your contributions. At Ulteig, we take our own success and the success of our clients personally.
We offer our team members:
• Flexible Workplace
• Employee Ownership
• Competitive Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Collaborative Environment
• Innovative Culture
Our vision is to be the most trusted partners transforming our world’s critical infrastructure. Ulteig connects people and resources to develop compelling, integrated solutions across multiple Lifeline Sectors®, including Power, Renewables, Transportation and Water. Ulteig is a trusted partner in engineering North America’s essential infrastructure and leverages its expertise with a wide range of public and private clients.
At Ulteig, we care deeply about our team, listening to their needs and ensuring they have the tools necessary to be productive whether they choose to work remotely, hybrid or in office. Regardless of where you work, you are empowered to build a workday that best suits your strengths. We strive to ensure a balance and separation between home and work life. We support a flexible working schedule so employees are able to focus on what's important to them. If you would like to be a part of a company that empowers their employees, apply today!
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Additional Opportunity Details:
Target Base Compensation Range for this role is $110,000 CAD - $145,000 CAD
* Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary include your job specific skills, education, training, job location, number of years of experience related to this role and comparison to other employees already in this role
This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 60 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.
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