Impactful Purchasing Analyst – Public Sector

St. Clement's School; Whitby; Hybrid; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Durham District School Board (DDSB) is seeking a procurement specialist to support DDSB schools and internal clients, with a focus on supply chain efficiencies. Responsibilities include assisting with purchasing inquiries, processing purchase orders in Oracle, auditing invoices, and conducting cost analyses.

A professional designation and a degree in business or logistics are preferred, with 3 years public sector experience.

Qualifications

• Must be in the process of completing a professional designation (NISCL, CPPB or CPPO).
• Diploma in Operations Management or a related program and/or a bachelor’s degree in business, logistics, and/or supply chain management is required.
• Minimum of 3 years Public Sector experience is preferred. Knowledge of Public Procurement process and laws would be an asset.
• Strong organizational skills and a customer service orientation with ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.
• Advanced Microsoft Office Skills and experience with an ERP system such as Oracle would be an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and customer service to all DDSB schools and Education Centre staff in managing purchasing inquiries.
• Supports the purchasing department in all administrative areas of the quotation and tendering process including billing/invoicing, and risk management.
• Efficiently enter purchase orders into the Oracle database with complete accuracy. Audit and analyze data as required and support the Accounts Payable process in troubleshooting invoice errors.
• Manage open Purchase Orders and work with vendors to expedite material from suppliers. Develop expediting reports and follow up as necessary.
• Perform supplier market and risk analysis along with develop a framework for the Total Cost of Ownership based on supply channels.
• Conduct supplier performance evaluations and report to team. Manage and organize all price catalogues for the department, including updating in Oracle.
• Other duties as assigned by the Manager of Purchasing and Distribution.

Skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Verbal/written communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Forecasting

Education

Diploma in Operations Management

Bachelor's degree in business/logistics/supply chain management

Tools

Oracle ERP

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The Durham District School Board (DDSB) is seeking a procurement specialist to support DDSB schools and internal clients, with a focus on supply chain efficiencies. Responsibilities include assisting with purchasing inquiries, processing purchase orders in Oracle, auditing invoices, and conducting cost analyses.

A professional designation and a degree in business or logistics are preferred, with 3 years public sector experience.