purchasing manager

Government of Canada; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Toronto is seeking a qualified professional to oversee purchasing and procurement processes. The role requires at least 5 years of experience, with specific skills in project management and budget planning. Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree or equivalent and demonstrate excellent communication abilities. All work is to be performed on-site, and willingness to travel is essential. Benefits include free parking and a structured work environment.

Benefits

Free parking available

Qualifications

• 5 years or more of experience in purchasing, procurement and contracts.
• Willing to travel as required.
• Criminal record check required.

Responsibilities

• Assign projects and programs to the purchasing and warehouse departments.
• Evaluate daily operations.
• Plan and control budget and expenditures.
• Hire, train, direct and motivate staff.
• Plan, develop and implement purchasing policies and procedures.

Skills

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Flexibility

Judgement

Organized

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

MS Excel

MS Office

MS Outlook

MS PowerPoint

MS Word

Electronic mail

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• Bachelor's degree
• or equivalent experience

Experience

5 years or more

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

• Retail/wholesale establishment/distribution centre

Responsibilities Tasks

• Assign projects and programs to the purchasing and warehouse departments across the organization
• Evaluate daily operations
• Plan and control budget and expenditures
• Hire, train, direct and motivate staff
• Plan, develop and implement purchasing policies and procedures
• Oversee the evaluation of the cost and quality of goods or services
• Authorize the development of specifications for products or services
• Manage contracts
• Review and process claims against suppliers
• Oversee the analysis of data and information
• Oversee the preparation of reports
• Advise senior management
• Organize and maintain inventory
• Assign, co-ordinate and review projects and programs
• Represent companies that export and import products or services to and from foreign countries

Supervision

• Working groups
• Staff in various areas of responsibility

Experience and specialization Computer and technology knowledge

• MS Excel
• MS Office
• MS Outlook
• MS PowerPoint
• MS Word
• Electronic mail

Area of work experience

• Purchasing, procurement and contracts

Additional information Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Transportation/travel information

• Willing to travel
• Travel expenses paid by employer
• Parking paid by employer

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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

Personal suitability

• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Organized
• Team player

Benefits Other benefits

• Free parking available