purchasing officer

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

Job summary

A governmental body in Canada is seeking a candidate for the role involving purchasing and negotiation of materials and services. This position requires strong interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and 1-2 years of relevant experience. The role is strictly on-site in Calgary. Competitive benefits include mileage paid and travel insurance.

Benefits

Mileage paid

Free parking available

Learning/training paid by employer

Travel insurance

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of relevant experience in a similar role.
• Ability to purchase equipment and materials effectively.
• Competence in managing operational logistics.

Responsibilities

• Purchase general and specialized equipment.
• Negotiate offers from suppliers.
• Monitor delivery schedules.

Skills

Negotiation

Excellent oral communication

Attention to detail

Efficient interpersonal skills

Education

College/CEGEP or equivalent experience

Tools

MS Office

MS Excel

MS Project

Database management

MS Outlook

MS PowerPoint

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• College/CEGEP
• or equivalent experience

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

On site

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

Work setting

• Construction company

Responsibilities Tasks

• Purchase general and specialized equipment, materials or business services
• Negotiate offers from suppliers
• Consult with suppliers
• Review quotations
• Establish delivery schedules
• Monitor progress of delivery schedules
• Contact clients and suppliers to resolve problems
• Plan, organize and oversee operational logistics of the organization

Experience and specialization Computer and technology knowledge

• MS Office
• Database management
• MS Excel
• MS Outlook
• MS PowerPoint
• MS Project

Specialization/experience (business sales and services)

• Negotiation

Additional information Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Work under pressure
• Attention to detail
• Large caseload

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Organized

Benefits Financial benefits

• Mileage paid

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning/training paid by employer
• Travel insurance