Contracts Supervisor - Winnipeg, Canada - City of Winnipeg

City of Winnipeg

Verified Company

Winnipeg, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Under the general direction of the Procurement Coordinator, the Contracts Supervisor is accountable for supervising a team responsible for developing, establishing, and administering contracts and related administrative processes for the purchase of goods and services.

As the Contracts Supervisor, you will:

Develop, establish and administer term contracts for approximately $15 million annually of assigned goods and services involving higher value, complexity and/or risk.
Direct the activities of the Division in developing, establishing, and administering term contracts and related administrative processes for the procurement of approximately $100 million annually of goods and services.
Supervise staff, provide coaching, conduct performance evaluations, and participate in the recruitment process.
Assist in directing the activities of the Division to ensure the effective and efficient operation of the Division.
Provide technical assistance to other branches, divisions, and departments.
Assist in developing and implementing operating systems as required.
Assist in identifying training needs and in developing programs and materials and, in some instances, trains subordinates.
Assist in the administration and development of quality assurance processes, to ensure provision of quality customer service.
Act as a liaison with other divisions, departments, external organizations, and individuals regarding contracts, specifications, and market opportunities for goods and services.
Develop strategies and determines priorities for the acquisition of goods and services.

Your education and qualifications include:

Supply Chain Management Professional Designation (S.C.M.P.) or equivalent designation.
Bachelor's Degree or Certificate in Business Administration, Public Administration, Education or Law. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Five years of prior related procurement experience is required, including two years of experience in the formulation of complex contracts and public procurement.
Two years of prior supervisory experience.
Experience drafting contracts and technical specifications for a wide range of goods and services.
Experience in contract administration.
Experience leading staff and creating and maintaining a team atmosphere.
Good verbal communication skills.
Good written communications skills.
Strong facilitation skills.
Strong interpersonal skills including ability to work effectively with a variety of internal and external stakeholders.
Ability to plan and administer a diverse workload, and to set and change priorities.
Ability to work with a variety of automated programs, with the ability to learn and train new technology.
Ability to work under stressful conditions.
A valid Class 5 Manitoba Driver's License would be considered an asset.

Conditions of employment:

The successful applicant must maintain legal eligibility to work in Canada. If the successful applicant possesses a work permit, it is their responsibility to ensure the permit remains valid.