CAPEX Procurement Manager

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The CAPEX Procurement Manager plays a strategic role in managing capital investments related to industrial equipment and expansion projects. As a procurement expert, this individual is responsible for defining purchasing strategies, negotiating major contracts, and collaborating closely with Engineering, Legal, and Operations teams.

This role acts as a leader in strategic category management, aligning procurement practices with the organization’s long-term objectives. The manager is actively involved in all phases of CAPEX project lifecycles—from planning and sourcing to contracting and performance monitoring.

At Agropur, we invest in YOU:

• Recognition of years of service for vacation calculation

• 50% remote work flexibility

• Flexible group insurance plan including telemedicine services

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Career development opportunities

• Company-contributed retirement plan

• Bright offices surrounded by nature, with a variety of amenities (free indoor parking, gym, etc.)

• Salary scale 006:98 400$ à 123 000$ 
  (Base salary will be determined based on academic background, experience, training, and job-related skills)

What this role involves:

In partnership with Engineering and Legal, define standard work methods and secure optimal agreements to maximize the value of Agropur’s capital expenditures. This foundational step supports strategic category management responsibilities.

• Manage major purchases (approx. $200M/year) by establishing optimal sourcing strategies

• Determine the best sourcing approach based on project type using Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) methodology

• Develop and present CAPEX category strategies aligned with long-term business goals

• Consolidate purchases across US and Canadian production sites to maximize volumes

• Participate in key projects to redefine requirements (with Engineering, Supply Chain, and Operations)

• Lead RFPs, select suppliers, negotiate and draft contracts

• Increase contractual coverage and implement risk management strategies with relevant departments

• Manage and develop relationships with key suppliers, applying best practices for fair and efficient information handling

• Assess and negotiate master agreements with major suppliers to accelerate project execution while maintaining competitiveness and reducing risk

• Contribute to planning and achieving at least 5% annual savings in the category

• Establish KPIs and monitoring mechanisms for one or more categories

• Ensure rigorous application of risk management and compliance standards in supplier contracts

• Represent the Strategic Sourcing team in Engineering’s capital equipment budget and project meetings

• Reduce company risk through contract negotiation and policy implementation

• Ensure contingency plans are robust and projects remain on time and on budget

• Identify and implement ways to eliminate unnecessary work with internal stakeholders

• Drive continuous improvement of capital spend data and analytics

• Understand and adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)

• Stop any unsafe acts observed and follow facility safety rules and procedures

• Correct or report any safety hazards

• Support safety policies and programs

What you need to join our team:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or any relevant field (Business Administration, Law, etc.)

• Minimum 5 years of experience in strategic category management within a large organization, including managing complex RFPs of at least $3M

• Availability to travel across the US and Canada

• Excellent command of French and English

• Proven ability to drive organizational change through interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills

• High-level leadership: strategic thinking, teamwork, relationship-building, and change management experience

• Results-oriented, motivated to exceed goals and inspire others

• Strong business acumen and understanding of current/future policies, trends, technologies, and market dynamics

• Excellent organizational skills, ability to prioritize, multitask, and meet deadlines

• Commitment to internal and external customer satisfaction

• Decision-making based on analysis, experience, and judgment

• Functional and technical knowledge with quick learning ability

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook) and domain-specific software

• Intermediate math skills (calculations, comparative analysis, statistics)

• Entrepreneurial spirit with interest or experience in program development

• Professional demeanor and ability to maintain constructive working relationships

• Create a customer-centric experience

• Drive continuous improvement and innovation

• Be accountable and reliable in achieving goals

• Build strong and motivated teams

• Commit to personal and professional growth

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