Assistant Procurement Manager - Surrey, Canada - City of Surrey

City of Surrey

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Surrey, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

As one of the fastest growing cities in Canada, City of Surrey is a globally recognized leader in building vibrant, sustainable communities through technology and innovation.

City of Surrey employees are talented innovators, inspired by meaningful work and the opportunity to drive our city—and their careers—forward.

Build a City. Build a Future at the City of Surrey.
Employment Status

Exempt - Regular Full-Time
Scope

Are you an experienced and passionate procurement professional with a desire to make a difference? Are you a leader that strives to enhance your team's success and add value to the business? We are looking to add to our team an Assistant Procurement Manager, who will play a key leadership role in providing oversight of the Procurement Services team.

Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Procurement Services Manager, the incumbent will be responsible for the following: You will supervise and mentor a team of 12 procurement professionals and administrative staff.

You will complete performance reviews and provide regular coaching to address individual needs and ensure an engaged workforce.

You will use your solid understanding of the procurement and contract administration processes to provide guidance to the team for excellent results.

You will use your strong customer relations skills to build and maintain strong internal stakeholder relations, as well as manage supplier relationships and assist in building effective business partnerships.

You will play a lead role in making decisions that align with stakeholders' needs and the strategic direction of the Procurement Services Section.

You will use your knowledge and continually review business processes to enhance and streamline the procurement process.

You are a "big picture" thinker and able to connect the dots to value added solutions and assist in developing and implementing purchasing strategies (e.g., buy plans).

You will draft and review reports and use both your verbal and written communication skills to articulate contract and purchasing processes.

You will provide presentations for various levels of management. You will represent the Procurement Services team on special projects and other City initiatives.
Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Conditions of Employment

This position requires completion of a Police Information Check.
Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.
Closing Date

This job will be posted until April 13, 2023.
Our Values

Integrity - Service - Teamwork - Innovation - Community