sourcing specialist

Government of Canada - Central; Brampton; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Canada is seeking an individual to handle purchasing of equipment and materials. The role requires developing specifications, negotiating with suppliers, and supervising a small team. Candidates should have a college certificate and experience with MS Office tools. This position is on-site with no remote work options available.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 months to less than 1 year of experience.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Bondable status is required.

Responsibilities

• Purchase general and specialized equipment for the organization.
• Develop specifications for equipment and supplies to be purchased.
• Negotiate offers from suppliers and hire staff when applicable.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Ability to multitask

Education

College or CEGEP certificate/diploma

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Access

MS Outlook

MS PowerPoint

MS Windows

Electronic mail

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

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.

Work setting

• Private sector

Responsibilities Tasks

• 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
• Hire, train and supervise staff
• Review quotations
• Determine contract terms and conditions
• Establish delivery schedules
• Monitor progress of delivery schedules
• Contact clients and suppliers to resolve problems
• Plan, organize and oversee operational logistics of the organization

Supervision

• 3-4 people

Experience and specialization Computer and technology knowledge

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

Additional information Security and safety

• Bondable

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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

Personal suitability

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