Procurement Specialist
Location: Toronto, ON
Reports to: Director of Procurement
Salary Range: 58K to 82K
Environment: Hybrid (4 days in office/1 day remote)
Cyclic Materials is a rapidly growing cleantech company, building a circular supply chain for rare earth elements (REEs) and other critical materials essential to the clean energy transition. The company's proprietary MagCycle℠ and REEPure℠ processes transform end-of-life products into valuable raw materials used in EVs, wind turbines, and electronics. With its successful commercial demonstration, Cyclic Materials is rapidly scaling commercially across North America, Europe and Asia.
Cyclic Materials is backed by a number of world-class investors, including global technology companies, auto industry players and major funds. Cyclic Materials was founded in 2021 and headquartered in Toronto, with plants in Kingston, Ontario and Mesa, Arizona. We are proudly named as one of Top 10 Climate Tech Companies to Watch by MIT Tech Review in 2025. Learn more about Cyclic Materials cyclicmaterials.earth.
Cyclic Materials is looking to add curious, hard-working, and driven individuals to our growing team. Come join us and help build a global cleantech leader together!
Job Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Procurement Specialist to support the purchasing and supply chain operations of our organization. In this role, you will assist in sourcing materials, equipment, and services, maintaining vendor relationships, and ensuring the timely and cost-effective delivery of goods to meet operational needs. Reporting to the Director of Procurement, your role will involve tracking and expediting procurement packages to ensure timely delivery of materials and services in line with construction and project milestones.
In this role, you will actively work through vendor negotiations, alternate sourcing strategies, and bulk purchasing where appropriate. You will be ensuring supply chain resilience by developing strong relationships with a diversified base of reliable suppliers, including those for critical spares, MRO (maintenance, repair, and operations) items, and capital equipment.
This is a full-time, hybrid (4 days in office, 1 day remote) role based in Toronto. This is a great opportunity for someone who thrives in a hands-on, fast-paced environment and is excited to make a meaningful impact.
What you will be doing:
- Ensure all procurement activities align with CM’s legal and ethical standards, promoting fairness, transparency, and competitiveness while optimizing value and mitigating risks.
- Possess strong experience within an EPC/M (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction Management) project environment, particularly in the administration of construction and site services contracts.
- Lead the strategic sourcing process, including RFx initiatives (RFI, RFP, RFQ), bid evaluations, negotiation planning, contract execution, and ongoing contract lifecycle management.
- Work closely with engineering, construction, capital projects, and maintenance teams to interpret technical specifications and ensure the procurement of compliant, fit-for-purpose equipment.
- Act as the primary contact for all procurement and contract-related inquiries and issue resolution for CM’s teams. Lead meetings and discussions with internal stakeholders and external vendors to ensure alignment with project and operational requirements.
- Manage the complete procurement lifecycle for capital projects, indirect materials, service contracts, consumables, spare parts, raw materials, and industrial services.
- Support contract administration and vendor onboarding processes in collaboration with legal and finance departments.
- Partner with internal teams to develop and improve procurement templates, forms, workflows, and procedures, enhancing departmental efficiency and performance.
- Monitor and assess supplier performance, address order discrepancies, and maintain effective working relationships with key vendors.
- Demonstrate proficiency in ERP/MRP systems and regularly prepare detailed reports on procurement activities, performance metrics, and cost-saving initiatives.
What you will need to succeed:
- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent industry experience).
- 5-7 years of procurement or supply chain experience in mining, manufacturing, or heavy industrial environments.
- Familiarity with purchasing mechanical, electrical, and industrial components or plant services.
- Strong understanding of procurement processes and documentation requirements.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven, high-volume environment.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (especially Excel and Outlook)
Why You Will Love Cyclic Materials
- At Cyclic Materials, we're dedicated to supporting our workforce on their unique career journey
- We offer a competitive compensation package including Health and Dental coverage, RRSP contributions and a generous paid time off program that lets you recharge
- We value diversity and are committed to maintaining a workplace where everyone is respected and recognized for their contributions
The base compensation offered is determined based on the successful candidate’s relevant experience, skills, and competencies and considers internal equity.
As an Equal Opportunity employer, Cyclic Materials is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all individuals have an opportunity to succeed. If you require accommodation at any stage of the interview process, please email [email protected]
Applicants for employment in the Canada and US must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States or Canada and with Cyclic Materials (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN, L1-A visa or any other non-immigrant status).
To all applicants, your interest and effort are sincerely appreciated. While we thank everyone for their application, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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What We Do
Cyclic Materials transforms yesterday’s waste into tomorrow’s critical materials. We’re creating a circular supply chain for the rare earth elements and critical materials that power our global economy, without compromising quality or environmental impact.
Our proprietary two-phase process is unlocking value from discarded waste. Our MagCycle℠ technology simplifies the separation of rare earth magnets and critical metals from end-of-life electric vehicles, consumer electronics, wind turbines, and MRIs. Then our REEPure℠ technology restores those valuable materials back to their raw form, unlocking new revenue streams for metal buyers and feedstock companies. We are the only high-tech recycling company offering a scalable, efficient, and low-carbon recycling solution that complements mining on both quality and cost, and mitigates the risks associated with extraction.
Cyclic Materials is setting a high bar for sustainable resource recovery. We’ve solved the barriers to creating a circular economy for rare earths, and our transparent, data-driven approach ensures the highest standards of sustainability and traceability, including rigorous Scope 3 carbon tracking and water efficiency.
With USD $83.5M in funding, including USD $53M in Series B funding backed by partners like Microsoft and BMW i Ventures, we’re scaling our recycling infrastructure across North America and Canada to meet global demand.
Cyclic Materials is establishing a more resilient, domestic supply chain for rare earths and critical metals, providing opportunity and value for global industries.
