purchasing officer

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

Job summary

A government agency in York Region, Markham is seeking a qualified candidate for procurement duties. The role involves purchasing equipment and materials, negotiating with suppliers, and assessing organizational needs. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree and 3-5 years of relevant experience, alongside strong negotiation and communication skills. This position is on-site only, emphasizing attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure.

Benefits

Health benefits

Dental plan

Disability benefits

Learning/training paid by employer

Free parking available

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years experience in a relevant field.
• Ability to resolve problems with clients and suppliers.
• Experience in negotiating contracts and assessing requirements.

Responsibilities

• Purchase equipment, materials, or business services.
• Assess requirements and develop specifications for purchases.
• Negotiate offers and determine contract terms.

Skills

Client focus

Negotiation

Attention to detail

Time management

Excellent oral communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

MS Word

MS Office

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

MS Outlook

MS Windows

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• Bachelor's degree
• or equivalent experience

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

On site

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

Work setting

• Private sector
• Manufacture

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
• Develop specifications for equipment, materials and supplies to be purchased
• Negotiate offers from suppliers
• Consult with suppliers
• Review quotations
• Determine contract terms and conditions
• Award contracts to appropriate parties
• Establish delivery schedules
• Monitor progress of delivery schedules
• Contact clients and suppliers to resolve problems
• Plan, organize and oversee operational logistics of the organization
• Provide customer service
• Internal audit

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

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

Area of specialization

• Industrial

Specialization/experience (business sales and services)

• Negotiation

Additional information

Security and safety

• Driver's validity licence check

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence
• Own vehicle

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Ability to work independently
• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Large caseload

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Organized
• Team player
• Time management
• Flexibility
• Ability to multitask

Benefits

• Health benefits
• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Gasoline paid
• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Mileage paid

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning/training paid by employer
• Team building opportunities