purchasing officer

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

Job summary

A government organization in Toronto seeks a candidate with a Bachelor's degree for procurement responsibilities. The role involves purchasing specialized equipment and managing supplier relations in a fast-paced environment. Excellent communication and teamwork skills are essential. Benefits include vision care. This position requires on-site work, with no remote option available.

Benefits

Vision care benefits

Responsibilities

• Purchase general and specialized equipment and materials.
• Assess establishment requirements to develop specifications.
• Negotiate offers from suppliers.
• Consult with suppliers.
• Hire, train, and supervise staff.
• Review quotations and establish delivery schedules.
• Monitor delivery schedules and resolve supplier/client problems.

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

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. 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

Experience and specialization

• Computer and technology knowledge
  • MS Office

Additional information

• Transportation/travel information
  • Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• 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