Procurement Advisor

Valleyview Co-op; Regina; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A cooperative company is hiring a Procurement Advisor in Regina, SK, offering a hybrid work model. The role involves partnering with business units for procurement activities, leading sourcing processes, and monitoring supplier performance. Candidates should have 3-6 years of experience and a Bachelor's degree in a related field. Comprehensive benefits and competitive salary offered.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Comprehensive benefits package

Employer-contributed pension plan

Learning opportunities

Qualifications

• 3-6 years of relevant experience in procurement or operations management.
• Experience with sourcing and procurement at the operating unit or department level.
• Certificates in supply chain management, engineering, finance, or operations planning are beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Partner with business units to understand operational needs.
• Lead end-to-end sourcing processes, including supplier evaluations and contract management.
• Monitor supplier performance and contract compliance.

Skills

Procurement

Strategic Thinking

Business Partnership

Change Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Commerce, Engineering, or relevant field

Tools

Digital source-to-pay procurement tools

Data analytics tools

Job description

Description

Federated Co-operatives Limited (FCL) is hiring a Procurement Advisor on a permanent basis to join our Procurement team.

This position offers a hybrid work model, with a preference for candidates based in or near Regina, SK.

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for procurement and business partnership? FCL is seeking a trusted advisor to help transform how we procure goods and services, partnering with business units to drive innovation, cost savings, and operational excellence within a newly centralized, agile procurement model.

What you'll do :

• Partner with assigned business units to understand operational needs and execute procurement activities aligned with strategic sourcing strategies and governance.
• Lead and support end-to-end sourcing processes, including preparing documentation, facilitating supplier evaluations, negotiating terms, and managing contract awards.
• Provide guidance on the use of procurement systems, tools, and templates; ensure adoption and adherence to governance requirements within the business units.
• Monitor supplier performance and contract compliance; support resolution of disputes or non-compliance issues in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Deliver business-focused procurement solutions by leveraging knowledge of business operations and the supplier landscape to recommend innovative options.
• Serve as a conduit between business units and the Procurement Centre of Excellence, providing feedback on tools, training needs, change impacts, and process improvements.
• Support and enable change management, training, and communication within business units, ensuring alignment with department-wide initiatives.
• Collaborate with the broader procurement team to share insights, identify opportunities, and contribute to continuous improvement of procurement practices.
• Escalate broader issues as appropriate and keep stakeholders informed on procurement milestones, risks, and updates.

Why it matters :

We help local Co-ops grow and thrive by offering a range of professional services including marketing, market research, information technology, human resources, accounting, risk management, and business development.

Who you are :

You're looking for a career in Supply Chain and:

• Have 3-6 years of relevant experience in procurement or a related field such as operations management, engineering, finance, or accounting.
• Possess a Bachelor's Degree in Business, Commerce, Engineering, or a relevant field (a combination of relevant education and experience may be considered).
• Experience with sourcing and procurement at the operating unit or department level. Experience utilizing digital source-to-pay procurement and data analytics tools is strongly preferred.
• Certificates or designations in supply chain management, engineering, finance, accounting, Lean/Six Sigma, or operations planning are beneficial.

What we offer :

• Competitive salaries, short-term incentives, a comprehensive benefits package, and an employer-contributed pension plan.
• Encouragement to take advantage of learning opportunities to grow and develop as a team member.
• As a co-operative, we do business differently. We believe in working together to serve Western Canadians, delivering profits back to our communities, and investing in sustainable growth. To learn more about who we are and what we offer, visit our website.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process to ensure an enjoyable candidate experience. If you require an accommodation, please submit your requests to us. All information received will be kept confidential.

If this opportunity speaks to you, please apply by July 31, 2025.

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for the next steps will be contacted.

As this position is considered a position of trust, a criminal record check may be required in accordance with FCL policies.

FCL embraces diversity and inclusion. We are working to create a workforce as diverse as the communities we serve and an environment where every team member can bring their whole self to work. We believe all candidates should feel at home with us and be given the opportunity to fully participate during the recruitment process.

Required Experience : Unclear Seniority

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Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1