Municipal Buyer 1 - Flexible, On-Call Purchasing Pro

City of Burnaby; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A municipal organization in Metro Vancouver is seeking a Buyer 1 to manage purchasing processes for various departments. Responsibilities include analyzing requisitions, preparing purchase orders, and collaborating with suppliers. Candidates should have completed Grade 12, relevant purchasing training, and experience in municipal purchasing. This role offers an auxiliary position with variable hours based on operational requirements.

Qualifications

• Completion of Grade 12 with purchasing courses.
• Experience in municipal or industrial purchasing.
• Driver's License for British Columbia required.

Responsibilities

• Process requisitions and procure services for departments.
• Analyze quotations and prepare purchase orders.
• Assist in the tender process and manage supplier relationships.

Skills

Knowledge of municipal purchasing policies

Ability to evaluate quality and price

Effective communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Completion of Grade 12

Courses related to purchasing

NISCL‑CSCL enrollment towards accreditation

Job description

A municipal organization in Metro Vancouver is seeking a Buyer 1 to manage purchasing processes for various departments. Responsibilities include analyzing requisitions, preparing purchase orders, and collaborating with suppliers. Candidates should have completed Grade 12, relevant purchasing training, and experience in municipal purchasing. This role offers an auxiliary position with variable hours based on operational requirements.