Procurement engineer Jobs in Dartmouth, NS

Do you enjoy working within a fast paced, structured environment where job expectations are clear, and quality is never compromised and constant dialogue is encouraged, then this the role for you.Halifax Water is currently recruiting one (1) Regular, Full-Time, Procurement Officer in the Corporate Services Department. Procurement Officers are key members of the Corporate Services Department, responsible for contributing to the Utility's overall success by providing prompt and professional service that leads to a world-class customer experience. In Procurement, we ensure an open and fair process that maximizes competition to obtain the best value.Interested, qualified, internal, candidates are asked to submit a cover letter and up-to-date resume quoting Competition #HW25-15E in the subject line (required) confirming their interest by 12 noon on February 12, 2025. As part of the conditional offer process, candidates will be subject to a satisfactory background check and satisfactory pre-employment testing.ResponsibilitiesAs the Procurement Officer, you are responsible for and / or contribute to the strategic sourcing of goods, services, and construction, which are to be conducted in accordance with applicable federal, provincial, municipal, and corporate policy, laws, rules, and regulations. You provide the knowledge and expertise required to guide the public procurement process while seeking unique, creative, sustainable procurement solutions for complex business needs. You will help identify opportunities to achieve sustainable cost savings through stakeholder engagement, spend analytics, and market intelligence. You will engage in procurement planning with user departments, ensuring short-term and long-term strategic procurement goals are met.QualificationsTo be successful in this role : You will have a university degree preferably in business.A minimum of three (3) years of directly related experience in public procurement, with an emphasis on public tendering, bid evaluation, contracting and contract management.Experience with a computerized purchasing system, such as Cayenta, eProcurement, materials management would be an asset.We will consider an equivalent combination of formal education and experience may be considered.You also must have the following skills or work experience : Demonstrated end to end previous experience in RFx (RFPs, RFQs, RFIs, etc.) development and process, specifically in writing of solicitations, specification review, Best Value evaluation process and contract development, negotiations, and contract management.Experience with an ERP purchasing system, eProcurement bidding solution and materials management would be an asset.Ability to identify, manage and mitigate risks and disputes that could result in legal action or have the potential to create the perception of distrust in the Procurement Process.Advanced demonstrable time management and organizational skills.Ability to adapt rapidly to changing circumstances and environments.Ability to confidently manage and facilitate meetings with both stakeholders and vendor industry (In-person and virtually).Excellent skills with the Microsoft Office suite especially Excel, Word, and AdobeAbout Halifax WaterAs Atlantic Canada's Largest Water Utility, our purpose is to supply and safeguard sustainable, high-quality water services. Everything we do at Halifax Water is tied to our purpose. With employees who are dedicated to supplying high-quality services for water, wastewater, and stormwater, through a 'One Team One Water' attitude, we can meet the challenges of a growing population, aging infrastructure, and increasing regulatory compliance. Halifax Water employees strive to be stewards of our environment and are fueled by a passion to serve our communities. Employee commitment and dedication of service mean a great deal to our customers, stakeholders, and to Halifax Water. As an employee, Halifax Water is proud to offer you : Pension & Benefits : We invest in our employees. As a member of our team, you will have access to a competitive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, long-term disability, paid holidays, vacation, sick leave, fitness incentives and much more. Learn more about the benefits of working at Halifax Water on our website; HalifaxWater.ca Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion : We continually foster a more diverse workforce representative of our communities at all job levels. We know that a diverse workforce positively contributes to our success and the success of our community. Career & Professional Development : We encourage job development opportunities for all employees, including on-the-job training, tuition assistance, eLearning courses, classroom-based training, and more. We are committed to providing a safe and hazard-free work environment. Our employees' health and well-being are a top priority, and we promote a safety-first culture to provide daily healthy, safe, sustainable, and reliable services. We take this responsibility seriously and feel immense pride in reaching beyond industry service standards. As a public service utility operating critical infrastructure on behalf of our customers, our employees are trained in Emergency Measures Operations (EMO) and Incident Command System (ICS). This type of training allows Halifax Water to respond to all emergencies, from simple water main breaks to keeping customer water flowing (water, wastewater, and stormwater) through Hurricanes and other major natural events. To learn more about What We Do, visit Halifax Water . Other InformationWhat We Offer : Salary = $79,841.27Total rewards package (health and dental benefits, wellness programs, paid sick leave, three weeks' vacation, pension, and more!)Employee Development - Lifelong LearningEmployee Recognition ProgramMembership with CUPE Local 1431