Senior Manager, Contracting and Procurement

Halifax International Airport Authority

You are a procurement expert, a strategic enabler who brings structure, clarity, and forward-thinking discipline to one of the Halifax International Airport Authority's (HIAA) most critical functions.

Reporting to the VP Finance and Chief Financial Officer, this role oversees the full lifecycle of procurement, from early-stage planning and sourcing to contract negotiation, vendor governance, and lifecycle management. You will work closely with internal partners to understand needs, shape procurement strategies, and support complex projects. You will also bring a strong compliance lens, ensuring adherence to Transport Canada requirements, the airport's ground lease, federal procurement rules, and internal policy frameworks.

The ideal candidate is an experienced procurement professional who thrives in collaborative, multi-stakeholder environments and brings 5 to 10 years of progressive procurement leadership experience, ideally within public-sector, federally regulated, or transportation-related settings. They possess a strong understanding of public-sector procurement, federal regulatory environments, and compliance-driven processes, along with deep expertise in RFPs, tendering, contract lifecycle management, procurement governance, and risk mitigation. Recognized for managing multiple priorities with agility and accountability, they value transparency, responsiveness, and relationship-building, and bring a continuous-improvement mindset to their work. With strong interpersonal and communication skills, they value collaboration and contributing to a high-performance team culture.

Join the Halifax International Airport Authority and build a career with purpose at one of Atlantic Canada's most critical and visible institutions, connecting people, business, and the region to the world. At HIAA your work has real impact, contributing alongside talented professionals committed to safety, innovation, and community.

To learn more about the Halifax International Airport Authority, please visit: Home - Halifax Stanfield International Airport

Please submit your resume online by clicking "Apply." For more information, contact Greg Dickie confidentially. If you need accommodation during the selection process, please let us know.

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