Buyer 2

Overview

Reporting to the Manager, Purchasing, the Buyer 2 is a senior member of the Purchasing team and responsible for facilitating the procurement of goods, services and construction on behalf of the City of Richmond. The individual will be expected to provide professional advice and strategic guidance on purchasing issues and the contracting process while considering City of Richmond policies, Canadian Contract Law, Trade Agreement obligations and best practices.

Examples of key responsibilities include, but are not limited to :

• Facilitate the entire competitive bid solicitation process including the preparation of pre-qualifications, Tenders, Request for Proposals, Request for Quotations and other competitive processes in consultation with client departments.
• Take responsibility for the procurement of a wide variety of commodities and services, including high value, high profile construction tenders.
• Coordinate, prepare, execute and collect all necessary contract documentation, including Certificates of Insurance and WorkSafeBC Clearance letters.
• Collaborate with internal clients to identify business requirements, develop procurement and sourcing strategies, conduct supply market research and collaborate with clients on best value evaluation criteria.
• Liaise with Law, Risk Management and other internal subject matter experts as necessary.
• Analyze bid submissions in accordance to established criteria, facilitate the evaluation process and make recommendations to clients to support contract awards based on facts and data
• Facilitate site information meetings and issue addenda as necessary
• Negotiate with successful suppliers and debrief unsuccessful suppliers.
• Finalize awards through preparation and issuance of purchase orders and contract documents. Support and champion Purchasing initiatives within the organization, including the City’s purchasing card program.
• Perform other related duties as required.
• Act as mentor to other Purchasing staff.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities :

Qualifications and Experience :

Completion of a Strategic Supply Chain Leadership Program supplemented by a minimum of 2 years of related experience in an advanced purchasing role is required, in a municipal or other public sector environment. An equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered. Supply Chain Management Professional designation (SCMP) preferred.

Working Conditions :

This job is generally performed in an office environment. Site visits can be outside in all weather conditions. Personal protective equipment may be required for some site visits. Extended periods of sustained mental concentration and visual effort are required.

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