purchasing officer

Government of Canada - Central; Brampton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental authority in Peel Region is seeking an individual for a role that involves purchasing equipment and services, negotiating with suppliers, and effectively communicating with clients. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree and 7 months to less than a year of relevant experience. The position is based in an optical retail store, and there are no remote work options available. Benefits include vision care.

Benefits

Vision care benefits

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience is required.
• 7 months to less than 1 year of experience in a relevant field.

Responsibilities

• Purchase general and specialized equipment and services.
• Negotiate offers from suppliers.
• Monitor the progress of delivery schedules.

Skills

Client focus

Efficient interpersonal skills

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Organized

Team player

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• Bachelor's degree
• or equivalent experience

Experience

7 months to less than 1 year

Work location

On site. There is no option to work remotely.

Asset languages

• Urdu
• Panjabi

Work setting

Optical retail store

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
• Negotiate offers from suppliers
• Consult with suppliers
• Hire, train and supervise staff
• Review quotations
• Establish delivery schedules
• Monitor progress of delivery schedules
• Contact clients and suppliers to resolve problems

Computer and technology knowledge

• MS Office

Transportation and travel information

• Public transportation is available

Work conditions

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

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Organized
• Team player
• Time management

Benefits

• Vision care benefits