Procurement specialist Jobs in Sherwood Park, AB

Job Information

Job Title : Procurement Officer

Job Requisition ID : 78801

Ministry : Justice

Location : Edmonton

Full or Part-Time : Full Time

Hours of Work : 36.25 hours per week

Permanent / Temporary : Temporary (2 Years)

Scope : Open Competition

Closing Date : February 23, 2026

Classification : Program Services 3 (023PSA)

Salary : $2,849.89 to $3,738.14 bi-weekly ($74,382.13 - $97,565.45 / year)

Procurement Services provides services to the Government of Alberta’s Justice ministry, which is one of the most complex ministries within the Government of Alberta, playing a leading role across the spectrum of the justice system. Working alongside its partners in law enforcement, family justices, health, the judiciary, the criminal justice system and other stakeholders, the ministry has a direct responsibility in all elements of the justice system in Alberta. The procurement of goods and services to meet the many diverse business needs within the ministry offers unique and challenging experiences. Follow this link to find out more about our department : https : / / www.alberta.ca / justice.aspx

Role Responsibilities

Are you looking for a procurement role where your work truly matters?

As a Procurement Officer in the Ministry of Justice—one of the Government of Alberta’s most complex and dynamic ministries, you will support critical programs that directly impact public safety, access to justice, and services for Albertans.

This is an opportunity to apply your procurement knowledge and skills in a high‑impact environment where transparency, accountability, and value‑for‑money drive every decision.

Reporting to the Procurement Manager, you will act as a primary advisor and single point of contact for a portfolio of goods and services. You will lead end‑to‑end procurement activities, ensure compliance with legislation and trade agreements, and support ministry clients in navigating procurement requirements.

You will also contribute to policy and process enhancement, support Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) workflows, and help strengthen a procurement program built on fairness, transparency, and best value.

Key Responsibilities :

• Lead end‑to‑end procurement activities for a diverse range of goods and services, ensuring compliance with legislation, trade agreements, and ministry policies.
• Provide informed procurement advice to ministry stakeholders, helping define requirements, assess risks, and select effective procurement strategies.
• Develop and manage competitive procurement processes, including preparing RFx documents, supporting evaluations, and ensuring award recommendations are documented.
• Draft and finalize procurement contracts and amendments, ensuring terms are clear, enforceable, and compliant.
• Ensure accurate procurement documentation and maintain contract workspaces within the 1GX ERP system throughout the project lifecycle.
• Support continuous improvement by contributing to procurement policies, best practices, and process enhancements.
• Build strong relationships with internal clients, vendors, and cross‑government partners to support fair, transparent, and effective procurement.

What you will bring to the position :

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Qualifications

University degree in a related field, such as Business Administration, Commerce, Supply Chain Management, or Education, and a minimum of 2 years’ experience in procurement is required.

Preference will be given to candidates with the following :

The following equivalencies may be considered :

Please outline in your cover letter how your qualifications relate to the role. Providing a cover letter is strongly encouraged as your written skills will be evaluated through your cover letter. Ensure to upload the cover letter when applying to this Job ad, not in your general profile.

Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents / checks as noted or interview travel expenses will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents / checks from the province they currently reside in.

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How To Apply

Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.

Candidates are required to apply for a job online. Please visit https : / / www.alberta.ca / job-application-resources#before for more information. Please visit Recruitment Principles for more information.

In your resume, please include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience. For example, January 2006 - June 2009 (part-time). This example is provided for illustrative purposes only. Applicants are encouraged to present their information clearly and thoroughly, using a format that best conveys their experience.

It is recommended applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from IQAS or a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information.

It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.

Closing Statement

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.

We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.

If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Krista Lammie at Krista.Lammie@gov.ab.ca.

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