SENIOR BUYER - (25-062) External Closes Aug 7 / 25

City of Campbell River; Campbell River; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Campbell River seeks a Senior Buyer responsible for procurement and supply chain management within a public sector environment. This permanent part-time position offers $48.17 per hour, a comprehensive benefits package, and the chance to work collaboratively with various departments to ensure compliance with City policies.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid vacation

Extended health coverage

Dental coverage

Life insurance

Short-term disability coverage

Qualifications

• Five years of procurement experience within the last ten years.
• Experience in public sector purchasing.
• Valid BC Driver's Licence with a clean abstract.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced support in purchasing and logistics.
• Ensure timely procurement of goods while ensuring compliance with City policies.
• Advise on supply chain management across City departments.

Skills

Purchasing

Sourcing

Procurement

Negotiation

Materials Management

Contracts

Education

Two-year diploma in Business Management or related discipline

CSCP Certification

NIGP Certified Procurement Professional

Tools

SAP

ERP Systems

Job description

The role : The Senior Buyer reports to the Purchasing & Risk Management Officer; provides advice guidance advanced technical support and expertise in all aspects of purchasing logistics and supply chain management to City departments and staff. The incumbent is responsible for the timely procurement of goods and services for the City while ensuring best value and compliance with City policies.

What we offer : The rate of pay for this permanent part-time CUPE bargaining unit position is $48.17 per hour based on a 35-hour work week. We offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid vacation extended health dental coverage life insurance and short-term disability coverage.

Senior Buyer - Job Description

Qualifications : Education / Training

• Successful completion of a two (2) year diploma program in a Business Management or related discipline from a recognized post-secondary institution.
• CSCP Certified Supply Chain Professional NIGP Certified Procurement Professional or equivalent designation.
• Must possess and maintain a valid BC Drivers Licence and provide and maintain a clean drivers abstract as per City policy.

Experience

• Minimum of five (5) years progressive procurement experience within the last ten (10) years.
• Experience in public sector purchasing.
• Local government administration training.
• Training and / or experience using contract documents through the Master Municipal Construction Document Association (MMCD) and the Canadian Construction Documents Committee (CCDC).

Additional Information :

Posting Date : July 10 2025

Closing Date and Time : August 7 2025

Posting Number : 25-062

Please Note : We will be contacting applicants who meet our requirements as applications are received and this posting may close ahead of the official closing date if a successful candidate is identified.

When you apply : You will be asked to upload a cover letter and resume as part of the application process. You may also be asked to answer some screening questions related to the position.

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Remote Work : Employment Type :

Full-time

Key Skills

Purchasing,Sourcing,Procurement,HR Sourcing,SAP,Supply Chain Experience,ERP Systems,negotiation,Materials Management,Manufacturing,MRP,Contracts

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

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