purchaser

Government of Canada; District of North Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental organization in British Columbia seeks an experienced procurement specialist to purchase equipment and services. Responsibilities include negotiating supplier offers, managing contracts, and overseeing delivery schedules. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of related experience, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to work independently in a hybrid work environment. Financial and health benefits include pension plans and paramedical services coverage among others.

Benefits

Dental plan

Health care plan

Paramedical services coverage

Vision care benefits

Life insurance

Pension plan

Free parking available

Wellness program

Qualifications

• 5 years or more of experience in purchasing and procurement.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Skills in negotiating contracts and managing supplier relations.

Responsibilities

• Purchase general and specialized equipment and services.
• Negotiate offers from suppliers and determine contract terms.
• Monitor delivery schedules and oversee operational logistics.

Skills

Negotiation

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Excellent written communication

Education

College or CEGEP diploma from a program of 1 to 2 years

Job description

Overview

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Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Experience

5 years or more

Hybrid

Work must be completed both in person and remotely.

Responsibilities

• Purchase general and specialized equipment, materials or business services
• Negotiate offers from suppliers
• Consult with suppliers
• Review quotations
• Determine contract terms and conditions
• Monitor progress of delivery schedules
• Plan, organize and oversee operational logistics of the organization

Area of work experience

• Purchasing, procurement and contracts

Area of specialization

• Industrial

Specialization/experience (business sales and services)

• Negotiation

Additional information

• Work conditions and physical capabilities
  • Ability to work independently
  • Fast-paced environment
  • Work under pressure
  • Attention to detail
• Personal suitability
  • Efficient interpersonal skills
  • Excellent written communication

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Life insurance
• Pension plan

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Wellness program