Senior Contract Analyst

BC Transit; Victoria; On-site; CAD 84,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

BC Transit is looking for a Senior Contract Analyst to lead complex procurement efforts and contract management activities. Join a proactive team driving innovation in public transportation with competitive pay and flexible work arrangements. The role requires strong negotiation skills, contract law knowledge, and the ability to analyze comprehensive issues. Work with a passionate organization committed to sustainability and community engagement.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical and dental benefits

Membership in BC’s Public Service Pension Plan

Access to fitness and lifestyle centers

Employee Assistance Program

Corporate learning and development program

Employee recognition program

Social club access for events

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of procurement/contract law.
• Progressive purchasing and contract negotiation experience.
• Ability to analyze business, financial, technical, and legal issues.

Responsibilities

• Lead and facilitate procurement processes and contract management.
• Support procurement planning, requirements definition, and contract negotiations.
• Develop and coordinate commercial contracts for BC Transit.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Supplier management

Business analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Procurement law knowledge

Commercial contract law knowledge

Education

Degree in Business, Law, or related field

Job description

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Base pay range

CA$84,400.00 / yr - CA$114,000.00 / yr

Direct message the job poster from BC Transit

We are thrilled you’ve decided to explore a career with us. As a crown corporation and recognized Top Employer in BC, BC Transit is British Columbia's provincial transit authority responsible for transporting 58 million passengers every year, operating 88 transit systems in 130 communities across British Columbia (outside of Greater Vancouver).

We’re passionate about helping to reduce congestion in our communities and bringing innovation to public transportation wherever we can including electrifying our fleet, introducing new bus lanes between Colwood and Downtown and exploring mobile payment options, to name just a few.

It’s an exciting time to be in the transit industry and we’re looking for creative and passionate people to join our team. Not only would you be joining an engaged organization but you’d also get to enjoy flexible work arrangements, extended benefits and a pension plan as just a few of the benefits BC Transit employees are eligible for. Keep reading to find out if this role is meant for you!

What you'll be doing...

The Strategic Procurement team at BC Transit plays a critical role in supporting the corporation by leading and facilitating a wide range of complex procurement and contract management activities. This team works collaboratively with project managers, legal teams, and subject matter experts to conduct full-cycle competitive procurement processes and negotiate contracts that align with BC Transit’s legal, regulatory, and policy obligations.

Leveraging their extensive knowledge of public procurement and contract law, the Strategic Procurement team provides essential support throughout the entire procurement process. This includes procurement planning, requirements definition, strategic guidance for solicitation development, contract negotiations, and ongoing supplier management. The team's mandate is to ensure compliance, secure the best value for BC Transit, and manage contracts effectively to support the corporation’s goals.

The Senior Contract Analyst is responsible for the design, development, and coordination of BC Transit commercial contracts. Development and rollout of required contract templates for BC Transit use for Procurement led activities.

What you'll bring to the table...

We love lifelong Learners and recommend the following mix of education or certifications to be successful in conjunction with relevant experience :

• Progressive purchasing and / or contract negotiation and supplier management experience.
• In-depth knowledge of procurement / contract law
• In-depth knowledge of competitive bid processes
• In-depth knowledge and experience with commercial contract law
• Demonstrated ability to analyze business, financial, technical and legal issues and develop solutions
• Excellent facilitation and stakeholder engagement skills
• Excellent business acumen

What we'll bring to the table...

• Comprehensive medical and dental benefits to support you and your family, regardless of what life throws at you
• Membership in BC’s Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP). Nationally recognized for its strong investment and governance practices, PSPP is a “defined benefit” plan
• Access to fitness and lifestyle centers to help you take care of your physical fitness and health
• Various programs that support employees such as an Employee Assistance Program and health and wellness initiatives and events aimed at fostering your mental health
• A corporate learning and development program to help you in continuous career growth
• An employee recognition program where we all recognize each other's successes (not just your Leaders!)
• A social club that gives you access to events throughout Victoria

What next steps could look like...

• Interviews will take place early July, 2025.
• The position requires the competition of a Criminal Record Check or Vulnerable Sector Search.
• An eligibility list may be established to fill future vacancies.
• Testing and assessments may be included as part of the recruitment process.
• If you have a disability which requires an accommodation during any stage of our recruitment process, please let us know how we can assist you.

Seniority level

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Purchasing

Truck Transportation

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