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Procurement Specialist

Posted on Dec. 25, 2024

Red Deer, Canada
0 - 0 USD (yearly)

Full Time

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Red Deer Polytechnic (RDP) is committed to ensuring the safety of staff, learners and visitors to campus and requires all employees in this position to provide a satisfactory Check in accordance with the Polytechnic’s Criminal Record Check Policy prior to the start of their employment. The Check must be dated no more than 90 days prior to your start date.
This position will remain open until filled; however, the first review of applications will begin on January 6th, 2025. Remote or hybrid work options may be considered for this role.

Posting Details

Position Information

Position Title

Procurement Specialist

Position Summary

Are you a procurement professional looking for a new, challenging opportunity in public procurement? Do you thrive on working in a dynamic and fast-paced environment? If so, we invite you to join our procurement team!

Reporting to the Procurement Coordinator, the Procurement Specialist position works collaboratively withing the Procure to Pay team and across schools and divisions at Red Deer Polytechnic to provide expert advice and service in all aspects of procurement in support of institutional operations, including

Sourcing and solicitation,
Contract administration, and
Providing leadership and direct support to school and department buyers.

Position Responsibilities

As a Procurement Specialist, you will

Establish and maintain efficient communication channels with the department buyers to ensure sound and compliant purchasing decisions are made across the organization
Manage end-to-end competitive bid process, including contract negotiation and drafting
Champion compliance as a key procurement risk mitigation strategy
Assist client schools and departments with sourcing, including preparing and evaluating responses to requests for quotes
Review and process purchase orders, change orders, standing orders and other means of procurement
Monitor and maintain the list of corporate contracts (such as office supplies, for example) and provide – to the extent possible – support to the clients schools/departments in procuring products through these contracts
Work closely with the Risk, Privacy and Legal Services on monitoring and arranging contract renewals and amendments
Document and maintain procurement records
Interpret and ensure compliance with the trade agreements, legislation, contract law, policies and procedures
Lead or participate in other work-related projects
Adhere to professional standards and ethics

Required Qualifications

Diploma in Business or Supply Chain Management
Member of the Supply Chain Management Association
Two to three years of experience in procurement, preferably in public sector
Ability to operate and lead in high stress and peak volume cycles
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders
Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong consultative and collaborative skills
Knowledge and understanding of public procurement, trade agreements, procurement law and legislation
Solid computer skills in MS Office applications with the emphasis on Word and Excel
Ability to lead/facilitate meetings with internal and external stakeholders
Criminal record check required

Preferred Qualifications

A four (4) year undergraduate degree, or three (3) year undergraduate degree plus one (1) full additional year of university in a related program would be considered an asset.
Previous experience working in public procurement or working in a post-secondary environment considered an asset.
Supply Chain Management Professional designation or Public Procurement Certificate considered an asset

Salary or Hourly?

Salary

Salary

Currently under review, (Current AUPE Level F $62,965-$73,660)

Benefits and Compensation Information

Red Deer Polytechnic offers a comprehensive benefits package including extended health and dental care through Blue Cross, access to a health spending account, pension plan, Employee & Family Assistance Program, generous vacation allotments, credit tuition waivers and opportunities for professional development funding. Additional time off due to Institution closures between Christmas and New Year general holidays.

Eligibility to access the above-mentioned benefits is dependent upon the AUPE Collective Agreement and related RDP policies.

About Red Deer Polytechnic

Focused on advancing the economic and social priorities of Alberta, Red Deer Polytechnic(RDP) provides more than 80 industry-relevant programs within a breadth of credentials to approximately 6,300 credit and apprenticeship students and 3,400+ learners with Continuing Education programming. With modern teaching and learning spaces, and state-of-the-art research and innovation centres in advanced manufacturing and energy innovation, the Polytechnic provides applied research opportunities, leadership in the social, economic, and cultural development of Alberta, and myriad lifelong learning opportunities.

Red Deer Polytechnic (RDP) is more than a post-secondary institution. It is a community of highly dedicated and skilled faculty, staff, learners, and partners who are making a positive impact on the world around us. Unbound by tradition, we are focused on producing the talent, solutions, and environments needed for Alberta’s economy and society to thrive.

Red Deer Polytechnic’s main campus is located on Treaty 7, Treaty 6 and Métis ancestral lands. This is where we will strive to honour and transform our relationships with one another.

Whatever brings you to Red Deer Polytechnic, we are glad you are here. And we look forward to having you as a valued member of ourpolytechnic community.

Posting Detail Information

Competition Number

2024-A-174

Employment Type

Permanent Full-Time

Number of Vacancies

Desired Start Date

02/10/2025

Position End Date (if term-certain)

FTE

1.0 FTE

Hours of Work

8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week

Open Date

12/24/2024

Close Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Note to Applicant

Red Deer Polytechnic fosters an inclusive learning and working environment where everyone can bring their full selves and share their unique talents. We are committed to being responsive to the evolving needs and expectations of our diverse community.

To enrich the intellectual, economic, cultural, and social development of Central Alberta, we value the contributions of individuals with diverse perspectives and experiences. We encourage applications from Indigenous persons, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, individuals of all sexual orientations, and persons of any gender identity or expression.

Red Deer Polytechnic will provide job applicants with accommodations in accordance with the Alberta Human Rights Code. To request an accommodation, please contact Peopleandculture@rdpolytech.ca.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Special Instructions to Applicants

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