Procurement Specialist

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the assigned Manager, the Procurement Specialist uses public procurement guidelines and BC Housing policies, processes, and templates to conduct procurements, assist in managing suppliers and provide recommendations to internal clients (the “client”) engaged in supply chain activities. He / she / they works independently and proactively to support their clients’ procurements and resulting supply contracts which may include but are not limited to : managing solicitations, working collaboratively with the client on solicitations, providing oversight and guidance to the procurement process, and providing recommendations for procurements. The position is responsible for conducting and / or supporting public and selective competitive bids, developing, and implementing strategic procurement strategies for construction / renovations / equipment / services, providing and / or supporting vendor management and developing strong relationships with suppliers and key agencies. The role oversees and facilitates the process supporting the development and issuance of solicitations for the supply of goods and services which involve the strategic, timely and economic acquisition of construction, renovations, equipment, services and supplies.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

The successful candidate will have the following :

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE :

• Advanced diploma in operations management, logistics, or other relevant discipline.
• Considerable related experience in purchasing and / or contract management.
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience acceptable to the employer.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES :