Summit Search Group has been retained by our client to recruit their next Estimating/Procurement Manager. Our client is committed to building strong, long-term relationships with clients, contractors, suppliers, employees, and their families. By strengthening these connections, they create meaningful community impact and drive shared success.
This is a unique opportunity to join a nimble, entrepreneurial team where your voice matters and your impact is visible. The right candidate will be trusted to represent the company with clients, negotiate on its behalf, and contribute to strategic decisions. Their growth remains focused on deepening their profile and presence, growing relationships, and expanding capacity within a safe work environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage the full tendering and bidding process from start to finish.
- Develop and manage purchasing strategies that balance cost, quality, and service.
- Partner with suppliers and manufacturers to source construction materials, secure competitive pricing, and ensure reliable delivery schedules.
- Support project bids and pre-construction efforts by providing cost data, product alternatives, and value-driven options.
- Track supplier performance and market trends to anticipate risks and recommend improvements.
- Coordinate with project teams to align material procurement with timelines and budget requirements.
- Monitor inventory, optimize order consolidation, and reduce waste through recovery and redistribution initiatives.
- Prepare reports on procurement activity, cost savings, and supplier performance to support decision-making.
- Act as the main point of contact for procurement-related issues, ensuring timely resolution.
- Prepare detailed proposals including take-offs, spec reviews, supplier pricing, and bid closing.
- Follow up on bids and negotiate with general contractors.
- Identify new customers, market segments, and products to support business growth.
- Provide strategic insights to senior leadership on trends, risks, and opportunities.
- Support occasional project coordination tasks, depending on interest and capacity.
Qualifications
- Minimum 5+ years of experience in procurement or a related role focused on sourcing and negotiating materials.
- Experience in construction estimating, ideally with building envelope systems.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
- Strong negotiation skills with proven ability to manage contracts and agreements.
- High attention to detail and accuracy in bid preparation.
- Ability to work independently, meet tight deadlines, and perform in a fast-paced environment.
- Entrepreneurial mindset and desire to grow with the company.
- Knowledge of construction materials and industry supply chains considered an asset.
- Highly organized, adaptable, and solutions-oriented.
Core Values:
Our client operates with a strong foundation built on Credibility, Communication, and Excellence. As a Estimating/Procurement Manager, you will play a crucial role in upholding these values:
- Credibility– Ensuring trust and reliability in every aspect of the project.
- Communication– Keeping all stakeholders informed and aligned throughout the process.
- Excellence– Delivering high-quality results with precision and accountability.
For more information, or to submit your resume, please reach out to Gail Eckert at Summit Search Group, gail.eckert@summitsearchgroup.com
Summit Search Group has a strong commitment to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion. We strive for continuous development, modeling, inclusive behaviors and proactively managing bias throughout our process
Gail Eckert
Job ID
City
- Winnipeg, MB
Remuneration
Competitive Salary + benefits
Gail Eckert
Job ID
City
- Winnipeg, MB
Remuneration
Competitive Salary + benefits 