Procurement & Bookstore Manager

College of the North Atlantic; Stephenville; Hybrid; CAD 71,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

College of the North Atlantic is seeking a seasoned procurement and bookstore operations leader to oversee all purchasing activities and the CNA bookstore. You will ensure compliance with procurement legislation, manage RFQs, tenders, and contracts, and drive policy improvements across finance and operations.

You will also supervise staff, monitor inventory and pricing, and coordinate with vendors to maximize efficiency and profitability while supporting student and program needs across the

Qualifications

• Degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Public Administration, Finance, or related field.
• Supply Chain Management designation is an asset.
• Experience interpreting and applying procurement legislation, policies, and procedures.
• Experience managing procurement processes: RFQs, tenders, RFPs, and contract negotiations.
• Experience using procurement, inventory, and ERP systems.
• Experience in budget management and financial oversight.
• Experience managing people, projects, resources or operational activities.
• Experience with inventory control, retail operations, or bookstore management is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight for all procurement activities related to the acquisition of goods and services.
• Ensure compliance with the Public Procurement Act and CNA policies, procedures, and reporting requirements.
• Manage the procurement process, including requisitions, RFQs, tendering, contract development, and contract administration.
• Collaborate with the Director of Finance on policy and system improvements.
• Identify and implement procurement process enhancements for efficiency.
• Oversee operations of the CNA bookstore: inventory, purchasing, stock management, sales.
• Review and approve bookstore purchases, inventory, pricing, and margins.
• Monitor inventory turnover, counts, returns, shrinkage, and obsolete stock reports.
• Ensure inventory meets student and program needs for each term.
• Provide leadership in financial management, budgeting, HR, strategic planning, and staff supervision in Purchasing and Bookstore.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Skills

Procurement leadership

Budget management

Contract negotiations

Vendor management

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration/Commerce/Public Administration/Finance

Tools

ERP systems

Procurement software

Inventory management systems

Job description

Salary Information

HL20 - $70,726.00 - $91,743.29 per annum.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight for all procurement activities related to the acquisition of goods and services.
• Ensure compliance with the Public Procurement Act and the College's procurement policies, procedures, and legislative reporting requirements.
• Manage the procurement process, including requisitioning, Requests for Quotes (RFQs), tendering, contract development, and contract administration.
• Collaborate with the Director of Finance on the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of procurement policies, procedures, and systems.
• Identify and implement enhancements to procurement processes to support operational efficiency and service delivery.
• Oversee the operations of the College bookstore, including inventory planning, purchasing, stock management, and sales performance.
• Review and approve bookstore purchases, ensuring appropriate inventory levels, costing, pricing, and profit margins.
• Monitor inventory turnover, coordinate inventory counts, and review returns, shrinkage, and obsolete stock reports.
• Ensure adequate inventory is available to meet student and program requirements prior to each academic term.
• Analyze and monitor bookstore sales activity and operational performance to maximize efficiency and return.
• Provide leadership in financial management, budgeting, human resource management, strategic planning, and staff supervision within the Purchasing and Bookstore functions.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Screening Criteria

• Degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Supply Chain Management, Public Administration, Finance, or a related field.
• Supply Chain Management Professional designation is an asset.
• Experience interpreting and applying procurement legislation, policies, and procedures.
• Experience managing procurement processes, including tenders, Requests for Quotes (RFQs), Requests for Proposals (RFPs), and contract negotiations.
• Experience using procurement, inventory, and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
• Experience in budget management and financial oversight.
• Experience managing people, projects, resources or operational activities.
• Experience with inventory control, retail operations, or bookstore management would be considered an asset.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

Assessment Criteria

• Knowledge of the Public Procurement Act and public-sector procurement best practices.
• Knowledge of contract management.
• Knowledge of inventory management principles.
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with vendors, suppliers, and other stakeholders.
• Ability to analyze financial information and apply sound budgeting, forecasting, and reporting practices.
• Ability to identify process improvements and implement operational efficiencies.
• Ability to effectively exchange information.
• Professionalism.

Conditions of Offer

• When requested by the Employer, a recent and satisfactory Certificate of Conduct must be provided.
• Verification of credentials and applicable licenses, certifications, and/or professional memberships as required for the position.
  • Credentials obtained outside of Canada will require an evaluation to determine their Canadian educational equivalency. This evaluation must support the educational requirements for the position.

Conditions of Acceptance

College of the North Atlantic (CNA) recognizes the importance of and is committed to offering flexible work arrangements to its employees. The successful applicant may qualify for a telework arrangement within the province, subject to eligibility criteria. Where appropriate, consideration may be given to a primarily remote, hybrid, or ad-hoc arrangement. However, as a place-based organization, candidates are expected to report to the specified work location identified in this job posting, as all positions will involve some degree of on-site work, unless otherwise indicated.

Closing Statement

For more information about this job opportunity or should you require an accommodation as part of this recruitment and selection process, please contact Sarah Gaudon,Selection Board Chair, by email at [e-mail].

College of the North Atlantic (CNA) strives to create an organizational culture that welcomes and amplifies diverse perspectives, nurtures belonging and actively seeks to eliminate barriers to equity.We invite all interested individuals to apply, and as part of our shared commitment to the advancement of equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) as atrue reflection of CNA’s core values (Excellence, Integrity, Diversity, Respect and Transparency), we encourage applications from equity-seeking groups including, but not limited to, Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, those who identify as women, and members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.

We appreciate your interest in College of the North Atlantic!