purchasing officer

Government of Canada - Western; Town of Bowden; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated individual to join their team in a procurement role. This position involves purchasing specialized equipment and services, negotiating with suppliers, and ensuring efficient operational logistics. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree and have strong negotiation and customer service skills. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the operational success of a vital organization within the community. If you are passionate about logistics and procurement, this role could be the perfect fit for you!

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required for this position.
• Experience in procurement and logistics is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Purchase equipment and services, negotiate with suppliers.
• Plan and oversee operational logistics and provide customer service.

Skills

Negotiation Skills

Customer Service

Logistics Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• Bachelor's degree

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.

Responsibilities Tasks

• Purchase general and specialized equipment, materials or business services
• 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