Senior Procurement Specialist

As a key member of the Procurement Shared Services team, you would be providing professional and valued added services in the procurement of goods and services on behalf of departments, boards and agencies throughout the Government of the Northwest Territories, along with expert advice on tendering, contracting, contract administration and contract management.

The PSS organization is responsible for managing approximately $90 - $100 million annually in contract and procurement activities originated by GNWT departments, boards and agencies.

Working in a Procurement Shared Services team environment, you would also participate in the development and implementation of policies, systems and procedures to ensure professional, fair and consistent tendering and awarding of contracts and that the process is carried out in a controlled manner with due regard for risk management.

To be successful in this role, you would have achieved a Level 4 status with the Purchasing Management Association of Canada (PMAC) (now known as the Supply Chain Management Professional designation), or equivalent level with the National Institute of Governmental Purchasing (NIGP), or you would have a diploma in Commerce or Business Administration and 5 years of progressive experience in supply chain management, procurement, contract management and administration.

The Government of the Northwest Territories offers a competitive salary, an annual northern living allowance, a generous defined benefit pension plan, annual leave including the option for deferred leave, and health / dental benefits.

The GNWT will also provide relocation assistance, if needed, to the successful candidate.

If this role sounds interesting to you, click apply now to submit your application through our website.

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Affirmative Action

Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Affirmative Action Policy.

Criminal Records Check

Candidates must provide a satisfactory criminal record check. Failure to provide a satisfactory check may deem you disqualified from the competition.

Diversity and Inclusion

The Government of the Northwest Territories is an inclusive workplace. If you have a disability and you require support during the hiring process, you are encouraged to identify your needs if you are contacted for an assignment or interview so that you may be accommodated during the hiring process.

Eligibility

Eligibility lists may be created from this competition to fill future term and indeterminate positions.

Equivalencies

Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.

Job Opening Information

Job Opening ID # 24194

Closing Date : September 27, 2023 - 23 : 59, Mountain Time

Salary Information

The salary range for this position is from $51.42 per hour to $61.41 per hour (approximately $100,269 - $119,749) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $3,700.