Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Specialist

ABC Benefits Corporation

Alberta

On-site

CAD 65,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Alberta Blue Cross® is seeking a Procurement Specialist to support assigned spend categories by coordinating contract renewals, executing low to medium dollar sourcing activities, and negotiating lower-risk agreements. You will work with Category Specialists and internal stakeholders to ensure timely, compliant procurement while following policies.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in supply chain or a related field and at least two years of procurement experience, with strong negotiation

Qualifications

This role requires a bachelor’s degree in supply chain or related field with designation such as SCMP/CCMP/CIPS.
Minimum two years in a sourcing, buyer, purchasing, or procurement role.
Strong knowledge of sourcing, renewals, quotation analysis, and core commercial terms.

Responsibilities

Coordinate contract renewals with internal stakeholders and confirm business requirements.
Execute low to medium dollar and complexity sourcing activities including spot buys and RFIs/RFPs.
Request and assess vendor quotations, conduct market research, and compare costs year over year.
Negotiate low to medium-risk agreements and coordinate routine renewals.
Build relationships with stakeholders and vendors; guide procurement processes and terms.
Coordinate reviews with Legal, Risk, Privacy and other partners.
Monitor procurement systems and renewals; follow up to keep on schedule.
Adhere to procurement policies and escalate scope/cost/risk when needed.