Purchasing Specialist - Red Deer, Canada - Red Deer Polytechnic

Red Deer Polytechnic

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Red Deer, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Please see Special Instructions for more details
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- _This position is contingent on conditional funding and does not qualify for conversion under the AUPE Collective Agreement._

This position is eligible for hybrid work.

Posting Details:

Position Information

Position Title

Purchasing Specialist
Position Summary
Are you a purchasing professional with experience in public procurement? Are you looking for a unique opportunity to work parttime hours in your professional field? The Procurement team in Finance welcomes you to join them as a Purchasing Specialist in a term position until June 30, 202
The Purchasing Specialist works collaboratively within the Procure to Pay team and across schools and divisions to provide expert advice and service in all aspects of procurement in support of institutional operations.
Position Responsibilities
Using effective communication, planning and procurement skills, the Purchasing Specialist is primarily responsible for:
Assisting the schools and departments in sourcing and procuring goods and services and advising on the appropriate purchasing method,
Ensuring all purchasing activities are conducted in compliance with policy, laws and legislation,
Planning and managing all aspects and stages of competitive bidding, from inception to contract negotiation and postaward contract management,
Drafting and finalizing contracts resulting from the RFXs, using appropriate contract terms and conditions,
Processing purchase requisitions, purchase orders, change orders and order cancellations, as required,
Documenting and maintaining related procurement records.

Required Qualifications

Two (2) years of postsecondary training in Business Administration or Supply Chain Management
Member of the Supply Chain Management Association
Minimum two (2) years related experience, preferably in public procurement
Demonstrated experience with all aspects of competitive procurement process
Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of organization procurement policies, procedures, procurement law, trade agreements and applicable legislation
Experience negotiating contracts and agreements
Strong consultative and collaborative skills

Preferred Qualifications

SCMP or Professional Public Buyer designation are considered an asset
Experience working in a postsecondary institution would be an asset

Salary or Hourly?

Hourly
Salary
Starting at $34.08 per hour
Benefits and Compensation Information
An additional 15% of the hourly rate in lieu of vacation, statutory holidays and benefits.
About Red Deer Polytechnic
Focused on advancing the economic and social priorities of Alberta,

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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 Extended 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'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 our

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polytechnic community.Posting Detail Information

Competition Number

2023A110
Employment Type
Term-Certain Part-Time
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
08/30/2023
Position End Date (if termcertain)
06/28/2024
FTE
Varies
Hours of Work
Hours of work will vary from hours per week and will be scheduled upon operational needs.
Open Date
08/01/2023
Close Date

Open Until Filled

Yes
Note to Applicant

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persons with disabilities, persons with any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.

Red Deer Polytechnic will provide job applicants with accommodations in accordance with the Alberta Human Rights Code. To request an accommodation, please contact
Special Instructions to Applicants

- _This position is contingent on conditional funding and does not qualify for conversion under the _AUPE_ Collective Agreement._