procurement officer

Government of Canada - Western; City of Langley; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Canada is looking for a procurement officer to manage purchasing of equipment and services. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, 2 to 3 years of experience, and strong negotiation skills. This on-site position offers health benefits and free parking.

Benefits

Health benefits

Dental plan

Vision care benefits

Free parking available

Qualifications

• 2 years to less than 3 years of experience in business sales and services is required.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Purchase general and specialized equipment and services.
• Negotiate offers from suppliers and establish delivery schedules.
• Provide customer service and monitor delivery progress.

Skills

Client focus

Excellent oral communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• Bachelor's degree

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

Work setting

• Private sector

Work 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
• Develop specifications for equipment, materials and supplies to be purchased
• Negotiate offers from suppliers
• Consult with suppliers
• Hire, train and supervise staff
• 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
• Internal audit

Experience and specialization

• Specialization/experience (business sales and services)

Additional information

• Basic security clearance

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Ability to work independently
• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
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• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Organized
• Team player
• Time management
• Flexibility
• Ability to multitask

Benefits

• Health benefits
• Line items: Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Other benefits

• Free parking available