Expediter-Buyer

Durham Region (The Regional Municipality of Durham); Whitby; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Region of Durham seeks an Expediter-Buyer to join its Finance Department. In this full-time role, you will coordinate procurement activities, develop bid documentation, and evaluate supplier bids, ensuring compliance with public purchasing legislation. The successful candidate will possess a diploma in Business Administration and relevant purchasing experience, with opportunities for professional certification completion.

Qualifications

• Relevant buying experience in computerized purchasing environment.
• Public sector experience desirable.
• Understanding of legislation governing public purchasing.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate procurement activities for quotations and bids.
• Develop bid documentation and evaluate bids.
• Administer contracts and maintain relationships with vendors.

Skills

Sourcing

Negotiating

Analytical skills

Advanced verbal communication

Time management

Organizational skills

Education

Post-secondary diploma in Business Administration

Certificate in Supply Management

Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) designation

Certified Supply Chain Management Professional (CSCMP) designation

Job description

THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF DURHAM

Finance Department

Expediter-Buyer (Regular Full-Time)

Job ID: 21825

Job Number: 300

CUPE Local 1764

Open: Jun 11, 2025 Close: Jun 20, 2025

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Statement

The Region of Durham is committed to employment equity and is actively implementing measures to build and sustain an inclusive, barrier-free workplace that is reflective of the diverse residents it serves. We welcome applications from Indigenous Peoples, people from racialized communities, women, persons who live with disabilities, people from 2SLGBTQI+ communities and people with diverse identities.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), accommodation will be provided throughout the recruitment process to applicants who live with disabilities.

Expediter-Buyer

Reporting to the Supervisor of Purchasing,

The incumbent will:

• Schedule, coordinate and performvarious procurement activities required in the administration of informal/formal requests for quotations, proposals and negotiations of various procurement project activities
• Assist in developing bid documentation and processes to ensure the provision of acceptable products, materials and services
• Analyze and evaluate bids for accuracy, compliance with specifications, by-laws and legislation, and conformity to established terms and conditions
• Assist Procurement Officers in correspondence with departments to establish projectobjectives, identify key procurement activities and determine suitable terms, conditions and specifications
• Administer and coordinate contracts and purchase orders
• Provide on-going assistance and guidance to Regional users on the FIMS system
• Identify contractactivities or milestones, and create reportsand queries to assist Purchasing staff in reviewing vendor, product and budget information
• Research supplyand demand conditions and source new vendors, productsand services in response to Regional requirements
• Issue and track Regional PCards and Fuel Cards and maintain the program within FIMS system

The successful applicant will possess:

• A post-secondary diploma in Business Administration or a related discipline
• Completion of the Certificate in Supply Management from the Supply Chain Management Association and/or working towardsthe Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB)designation or Certified Supply Chain Management Professional (CSCMP) designation
• Relevant buying experience in a progressive computerized purchasing environment
• Public sectorexperience and/or equivalent private sector experience in the callingof bids or negotiations and protocols for obtaining approvals to award contract
• Understanding of legislation governing public purchasing
• Knowledge of advanced purchasing concepts, and risk management concepts,including tendering, suppliernegotiations and contract administration
• Sourcing, negotiating and analytical skills
• Advanced verbal and written communication, time management and organizational skills
• Demonstrated ability to effectively plan and prioritize tasks

CUPE 1764 Salary Grade 6

This position is with Salary Grade 6 and will be paid at the following hourly rates:

- Start: $43.59 - Six Month: $46.01 - Job: $48.43

Conditions of Employment

Prior to the start date, the successful candidate will be required to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check dated within two (2) months from date of hire. Proof of education, qualifications and any other job bona fide requirements will also be collected.

External Application Process

Come find a home where exciting and rewarding careers are balanced with your lifestyle. We thank all applicants; however, only thosebeing considered will be contacted. Please apply online(www.durham.ca) nolater than midnight (Eastern Standard Time) on the closing date indicated on the Job Posting.

The Region of Durham is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. If contacted for an employment opportunity and you require accommodation, or if this information is required in an accessible format, please contactus at: [e-mail] and a Recruiter will provide appropriate assistance pursuant to the Region's Accommodation and Accessibility policies. Please note that resumes should not be sent to [e-mail].

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