Procurement Analyst

Summary

Purpose Under the general direction of the Procurement Manager, the Procurement Analyst is responsible for planning, designing, and executing Request for Proposal (RFP) solicitations and managing contract administration. This role ensures Canoe’s procurement processes are transparent, efficient, and compliant with Canadian trade agreements. The Analyst oversees the full procurement lifecycle—from market engagement to contract renewal—while providing strategic analysis to support decision-making. This position also requires frequent engagement with the vendor relations and client relation teams.

This is a remote position; however, candidates are required to reside within 100 kilometers of a major Canadian airport to accommodate frequent travel across Canada.

If the successful candidate is located in the Edmonton area, the role will be based in-office in Nisku, in addition to regular travel requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Scope

The Procurement Analyst will assist in implementing Canoe’s procurement activities, including but not limited to :

• Plan, design, draft and execute RFP solicitations, including drafting scope of work, evaluation criteria, and terms and conditions for Canoe Procurement Group, Rural Municipalities of Alberta, Canoe Benefits, Genesis Insurance.
• Engage with the market during planning to encourage high-quality, competitive responses.
• Manage competitive solicitation through electronic tendering platforms (e.g., Bonfire, bids&tenders, etc) in compliance with applicable procurement law and trade agreements.
• Facilitate evaluation committee meetings, ensuring fair and objective scoring.
• Debrief unsuccessful suppliers and manage contract award formalities.

Contract Administration and Renewals

Data Analysis and Strategy

Policy, Templates and Process Development

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Contacts

Works alongside the Procurement Manager, the Supplier Relations team, the Member Relation team, the legal teams as well as other employees the organization.

The RMA is an equal opportunity employer. Any applicant that meets the qualifications above is encouraged to apply. Priority will be given to those already legally entitled to work in Canada.

To apply, please send a resume and cover letter in PDF format outlining how you meet the above qualification requirements, to the attention of Janelle Lopushinsky at Janelle@RMAlberta.com. This posting will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

We thank all applicants, but due to the high volume of responses expected, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.

Job Type

Full time

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