**Job Title:** Contract & Equipment Procurement Specialist **Location:** Calgary or Red Deer, AB Our client is seeking a Contract & Equipment Procurement Specialist to join their team. As a Contract & Equipment Procurement Specialist, you will be part of the Technical Procurement department supporting project teams across multiple locations. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong negotiation skills, proactive communication, and a collaborative mindset, which will align successfully in the organization. **Job Description:** + Lead the Bid, Evaluate, and Award (BEA) cycle for both service and equipment contracts. + Draft, negotiate, and administer contracts, change orders, and interagency agreements. + Develop and execute contract and procurement strategies, including market assessments and acquisition plans for equipment and services. + Facilitate RFPs, Invitations to Bid, and direct negotiations for equipment purchases. + Collaborate with Legal, Engineering, Project Controls, and other stakeholders to resolve contract and procurement issues. **Qualifications:** + University degree in Engineering, Business, or Supply Chain Management (preferred). + 7+ years of progressive experience in procurement, with at least 3 years in equipment purchasing and contract formation for capital projects. + Professional certification (e.g., SCMP, CPSM) is an asset. + Strong knowledge of contract law, procurement processes, and equipment sourcing. + Proficiency in SAP/Ariba, Icertis, and Microsoft Office Suite. **What's in it for me?** + Opportunity to work on impactful capital projects within a dynamic organization. + Flexible work arrangements including remote work on Mondays and Fridays. + Engagement with a collaborative and innovative team environment. + Professional growth through diverse project exposure and mentorship opportunities. + Competitive compensation aligned with your experience and skills. If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now. We look forward to speaking with you! **About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells.** _ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands –_ **_Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells_** _–_ creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2023 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 14th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent. ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.