material purchasing officer

Government of Canada - Central; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Peel Region, Mississauga, seeks an organized professional to handle the procurement of equipment and services. Responsibilities include developing specifications, negotiating with suppliers, and monitoring delivery schedules. A Bachelor's degree and proficiency in MS Office are required. Attention to detail and strong interpersonal skills are essential for success in this role., along with a commitment to client service.

Benefits

Gasoline paid

Free parking available

On-site amenities

On-site recreation and activities

Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)

Team building opportunities

Variable or compressed work week

Responsibilities

• Purchase general and specialized equipment, materials or business services.
• Develop specifications for equipment and materials to be purchased.
• Negotiate offers from suppliers.

Skills

Client focus

Efficient interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking ability

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

Bachelor's degree

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

Location

On site: Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Responsibilities

• Purchase general and specialized equipment, materials or business services
• Assess requirements of an establishment to develop specifications for equipment, materials and supplies to be purchased
• Negotiate offers from suppliers
• Consult with suppliers
• Review quotations
• Determine contract terms and conditions
• Establish delivery schedules
• Monitor progress of delivery schedules
• Contact clients and suppliers to resolve problems
• Plan, organize and oversee operational logistics of the organization
• Provide customer service

Experience and specialization

• MS Office

Additional information

• Attention to detail
• Large caseload

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Ability to multitask

Benefits

• Gasoline paid

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• On-site amenities
• On-site recreation and activities
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Team building opportunities
• Parking available
• Variable or compressed work week