Procurement Project Officer

Rheinmetall Canada is proud to be part of the German Rheinmetall group, one of the largest European suppliers of systems and equipment for defence and security. We provide innovative solutions for vehicle systems and electronic solutions.

Among the many benefits we offer: a flexible work schedule with remote work (3 days on-site), private medical services, a comprehensive benefits package, a cafeteria service, an entertainment and training room, free parking and a green surroundings**. Start your career with us being recognized for your prior years of work and supported in the development of your future skills!

Rheinmetall Canada is currently seeking a Procurement Project Officer whose main challenge will be to develop strategies and deliver all services related to the acquisition of goods and services for the company. Reporting to the Procurement Manager, the incumbent will work closely with stakeholders from various areas of the company. Through influence and leadership, the incumbent will play a key role at Rheinmetall Canada and will strongly contribute to the company's growth.

Main responsibilities

• Act as Lead to support the Procurement Director on subcontract contract files, actively contributing to the planning, execution and monitoring of key initiatives.
• Analyze, structure and consolidate internal clients' needs, ensuring alignment with business objectives, budgets and timelines.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for commercial and contractual matters with suppliers.
• Define and deploy optimal procurement strategies, including risk management, to ensure the success of mandates.
• Actively participate in the drafting, negotiation and review of contractual agreements and subcontracts.
• Manage administration of subcontract contracts, including supplier performance, contractual deviations and non-conformities.
• Lead the entire procurement cycle: tenders (RFP/RFQ), commercial and technical analysis, cost estimation, recommendations and supplier selection.
• Lead complex negotiations to obtain the best commercial terms (costs, timelines, quality, contractual clauses).
• Oversee preparation and issuance of complex purchase orders and their rigorous follow-up.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of procurement processes and contract management practices.
• Represent the company with partners and suppliers, locally and internationally as needed.

Qualifications

• University degree in a relevant field (management, procurement, engineering, law, business administration or equivalent).
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience, including significant experience in strategic procurement and contract/subcontract management.
• Strong understanding of contractual and legal environments, with the ability to structure, analyze and negotiate complex agreements.
• Proven experience in managing strategic negotiations and supplier relationships.
• Excellent analytical, synthesis and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication skills (oral and written) and strong ability to influence internal and external stakeholders.
• Bilingualism (French and English), spoken and written*.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (including advanced Excel) and experience with an ERP (SAP is an asset).
• Strong sense of ethics, judgment and responsibility, with a results-oriented approach.
• Natural leadership, autonomy and ability to act as a reference (lead) within the team.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, we will only contact candidates whose applications are retained. Rheinmetall Canada subscribes to the principle of employment equity.

*Rheinmetall Canada's clients and partners are mostly located outside Quebec, and its subsidiary Rheinmetall Provectus is based in Ontario.

** Some conditions vary depending on the status of the position.