Procurement Specialist (Non-IT) - Intermediate

2iResourcing; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Procurement Specialist to join their team in Edmonton. This role is pivotal in managing the procurement process, including developing and releasing Requests for Proposals and negotiating contracts. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills and the ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders. With a focus on organizational excellence, this position offers an opportunity to thrive in a fast-paced environment while contributing to impactful projects. Join this innovative firm and take your career to the next level in procurement!

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in procurement-related activities.
• Relevant education in supply chain or procurement is essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and release RFPs, RFQs, and contract execution.
• Negotiate and manage vendor relationships effectively.

Skills

Verbal and written communication skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Relationship management

Business decision-making

Education

Relevant post-secondary education in supply chain or procurement

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

ERP systems (SAP)

SharePoint

Power BI

Job description

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Description: Procurement Specialist (Non-IT) - Intermediate

Start Date: 05/05/2025
End Date: 31/03/2026
Duration: 11 months
Work Arrangement: Fully Onsite
Location: 12TH FL - OXBRIDGE PLACE, 9820 - 106 ST NW, Edmonton, Alberta, CAN

Must Have

Education

• Relevant post-secondary education in areas of supply chain, procurement, business or a related field. Acceptable education includes degrees, diplomas and certificates (minimum 2 year diploma).

Soft Skills

• Clear verbal and written communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize work. The ability to work on multiple projects at one time and to prioritize tasks.
• Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy.
• The ability to establish and maintain working relationships with team members, management and vendors.
• The ability to make well-founded business decisions in a fast-paced and stressful environment.
• The ability to organize files, documents, etc.

Work Experience

• 4 years – Experience independently performing activities related to developing and releasing Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Negotiated Requests for Proposals (NFRPs), Requests for Quotes (RFQs), Requests for Information (RFIs), negotiations, evaluation, supplier feedback, and contract execution.
• 4 years – Experience using Microsoft Office Suite tools.
• 4 years – Relevant experience in a role similar to this. Experience must be applicable to this role.

Nice to Have

Professional Licenses/Certification

• Completion of SCMP or other equivalent courses and associated certificates.

Work Experience

• 3 years – Demonstrated experience with negotiating or monitoring contractual arrangements with vendors.
• 3 years – Experience in the Government of Alberta environment or an environment of equivalent size and complexity.
• 3 years – Experience using ERP systems such as SAP.
• 3 years – Experience with Records Management/Document Management using SharePoint.
• 3 years – Experience working with Power BI.