About the Role
The Project Procurement Manager, Bid and Projects (PPM) provides efficient and cost-effective purchasing support to Bids, contributing to the profitability and competitiveness of Procurement work packages. The PPM role is fully integrated within a Bid and is responsible for consolidating equipment and subcontracting costs using internal processes and tools. The PPM works upstream with the Bid Manager, Bid technical team, and Procurement to develop the Supply Chain strategy for the Bid.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for timely and cost-effective provision of supplies and services for the Bid according to tender requirements, project schedule, sales forecast, and projected costing.
- Manage and coordinate interfaces among Bid Management, Engineering, and Procurement in accordance with company procedures.
- Work with the Procurement team to develop the Supply Strategy and ensure it aligns with tender requirements and is communicated within Bids and the technical team.
- Develop the Supply Chain Plan to identify how the strategy will be implemented during the Project phase, following Hitachi Rail Management Processes.
- Participate in formulating and implementing the Make/Team/Buy strategy for the Bid.
- Focus supply chain costs optimization early in the lifecycle, ensuring savings are achieved against budget.
- Analyze costs of equipment and systems to identify focus areas or opportunities for reduction.
- Coordinate with procurement the development of a Purchasing Savings Opportunities plan (competitiveness plan).
- Identify Supply Chain Risks and develop mitigation plans.
- Collaborate with and influence the Technical team for design choices, including methodology for achieving the design release schedule and savings.
- Manage risks pertaining to Goods & Services, including assessment, mitigation, and documenting convergence of risks to a satisfactory level following Hitachi Rail process.
- Responsible to define, deploy, maintain, and provide technical support for any tools related to Bid equipment and services estimates.
- Execute projects through the implementation of the Acquisition Project Plan, ensuring convergence of risks, cost, and lead times within specified quality parameters and engaging corrective action for any deviations to the plan with minimal supervision on assigned projects.
- Develop the Acquisition Plan to identify how the procurement strategy would be implemented across the Project, based on a reviewed and agreed company Subcontract Management Process appropriate for the Project.
- Coordinate Sourcing/Contracting activities in support of Project work package requirements.
- Review package progress and performance formally with the Hitachi Rail Family purchasing team and ensure issues are tracked, managed, and escalated as required.
- Develop and implement Purchasing Savings Opportunities plan (competitiveness plan).
- Conduct and contribute to the Post Mortem Analysis (lessons learned) for the Acquisition work packages in the Project.
- Report on a regular and periodic basis achievements, issues, and goals.
Requirements
- B.Sc. or B.Eng. in Engineering or equivalent relevant degree.
- 10+ years of experience in a project-based organization.
- Project Management experience.
- 5 years of experience in cost estimating.
- Excellent communication and presentations skills.
- Demonstrates superior interpersonal, written, and oral skills in daily relations, negotiations, and reporting.
- Maintains complete and effective lines of communication with Bids and senior management.
- Excellent computer skills, including Excel programming, PowerPoint, and SAP.
- Ability to interface well and influence effectively at all levels, including internally and externally with customers, partners, and suppliers.
- A strategic thinker who has the ability to work innovatively with sometimes-unclear briefs.
- A persistent and tenacious high achiever, with the ability to quickly learn new skills and concepts.
- Desire to become a future specialist, manager, or leader.
- Self-starter, able to work with little supervision.
Skills
- Project Management
- Cost Estimating
- Communication
- Presentation
- Interpersonal Skills
- Negotiation
- Reporting
- Excel Programming
- PowerPoint
- SAP
- Strategic Thinking
- Innovative Thinking
- Risk Management
- Supply Chain Management
Location
- Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Work Type
- Full time
- No remote
Experience Level
- 10+ years experience in a project-based organization
- 5 years experience in cost estimating
Education Level
- B.Sc. or B.Eng. in Engineering or equivalent relevant degree
Salary/Compensations
- $116,974 - $150,205
Benefits
- Health, Dental and Vision plans - 100% of premiums are company-paid
- Retirement Savings Plan with a company contribution and a match, and without vesting period
- Company paid holidays
- 3 weeks of vacation
- Holiday closure
- Personal emergency leave days
- Sick days
- Maternity/Parental/Adoption top up pay
- Annual Incentive plan
- Company provided Life Insurance, STD and Employee Assistance Plan
About the Company
- A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology.
- From the multi-cultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there’s something for everyone to get stuck into.
- Hitachi brings together the world’s greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities – and drive innovation for a better future.
- That’s why we look for individuals who share our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when it comes to tackling the world’s biggest challenges.
- Our people love technology – and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues.
- Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe.
- From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there’s no challenge too great for our pioneers.
- And there’s no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference.
- Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting.
- To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons.
Equal Opportunity
- We welcome and value differences in background, age, gender, sexuality, family status, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, and world view.
- It is our commitment to create an inclusive environment - we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
