JUNIOR PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST - Jobs in Airdrie, AB

Job Description

Company Biography1:The City of Airdrie fosters a culture of accountability and values open dialogue, innovation and entrepreneurial spirit, collaborative relationships, learning, ownership, and encouraging the heart. We are searching for another team member who will help us get to the next level.We Are:We’re a place where you can grow. We’re a place where you’re encouraged to learn and be innovative. We’re a place where people take ownership and do what they say they’ll do. We’re a place where colleagues are friends and neighbours are customers. We’re a place where health, wellness and safety are top of mind. We’re a place where you just might be a perfect fit.Our Team:The Procurement team provides strategy and support to City staff to optimize the use of public funds and to ensure the integrity and efficiency of procurement processes. Procurement of goods and services includes fiscal stewardship, training, guidance, and compliance with policy and legislation.The Opportunity:Our Procurement Services team is seeking a dynamic individual that has an interest in the Public Procurement field. The Junior Procurement Specialist will be responsible for low risk procurements, including the legal aspects of competitive bidding and related contract processes for all departments within the City. The position will operate in compliance with the City’s Procurement Policy and Procedures.Responsibilities include:

• Evaluate and recommend to departments the required legislated licensing, insurance coverage, bonding and certifications and ensure they are contained within the contracts
• Review competitive bidding/purchase contracts periodically and amend or extend contracts as required to ensure risk to the City is mitigated and/or avoided
• Participate as a team member when consulting with City staff on required competitive bidding/purchase contractual obligations and legal issues
• Assist departments to handle non-performance or poor performance of the contracts, potential breach of contract and remedies with medium to high risk
• Provide support to more senior positions with e-bidding, purchasing modules, and other administrative tasks
• Research best practices in procurement and tendering process

You Bring:

• A minimum of 2 years’ post-secondary education, preference will be given to those with a university degree
• A willingness to learn new skills and develop knowledge of public procurement strategies
• A commitment to obtain education and training required for a related professional designation such as CPPO and CPPB, and/or Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP)
• The commitment to become familiar with and build expertise in related common law, competitive bidding law, the Municipal Government Act, other Trade Agreements and Provincial Statutes
• Previous experience in Public Procurement would be considered an asset
• Possess excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal and relationship building skills
• Demonstrated ability to work and collaborate in a team environment
• Ability to provide consistent professional services under the pressure of conflicting priorities and public scrutiny
• Ability to thrive in a fast paced, deadline driven role, while adapting to a constantly changing and challenging work environment
• Ability to process a high volume of information within tight deadlines
• Ability to work independently and to demonstrate initiative and resourcefulness in establishing and achieving business objectives
• Demonstrated ability to operate with a high standard of ethics, integrity, and discretion
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office including MS Word, Excel, and Outlook

We Offer:Along with a competitive compensation program and City paid health and dental premiums, our employees also enjoy:

• Excellent health, dental, paramedical, and benefits plan
• First-in-class pension plan
• Career development and tuition reimbursement
• Employee discounts, annual Genesis Place pass, social events, and health & wellness initiatives

Continuous learning through training and development is encouraged as are flexible work arrangements, when possible. We recognize that our people work best when they feel engaged in their environment and appreciated for their efforts and our overall benefits package reflects that.Additional Information:This full time position (37.5 hours per week) includes a comprehensive benefits and pension package.At this time, with the current situation due to COVID, this position will primarily be working remotely but may require some in-office work. The remote work option in a post-COVID environment is currently being assessed by the City and may be an ongoing option for some roles.Next Steps:Candidates are invited to apply online.Postings close at 9 p.m. on the closing date listed in the posting. We recommend applying as soon as possible as we are not able to accept late applications.Please review the job competition carefully and be sure to attach any specifically requested documentation in the My Documents section of your application.Company Biography2:Thank you for your interest in the City of Airdrie.