Buyer II

Requisition ID: 4604 Affiliation: CUPE Municipal Position Type: Temporary Full Time Fixed Term Duration: Approximated end date October 31, 2026 Number of Openings: 1 Bi-weekly Working Hours: 70 hours bi-weekly Shift/Work Schedule: Monday to Friday Department/ Branch: Corporate Services, Supply Chain Job Location: Fort McMurray Pay Level: PL10 Rate: $ 48.18 COLA: Bi-Weekly - $480 Posted (dd/mm/yyyy) : 26/09/2026 Closing Date (dd/mm/yyyy) : 04/10/2026 Posting Type: Internal and External We strive to make our hiring process accessible to all candidates. If you require accommodation for the interview or any other part of the application process, please let us know. About The Department The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo (RMWB) is seeking a passionate and driven professional to join our Corporate Services Division—a cornerstone of our municipal operations. Keep the engine running—with excellence. From IT and Accounting to Asset Management and Taxation, our Corporate Services Department supports the entire municipality. This division ensures we remain fiscally responsible, operationally efficient, and ready to meet tomorrow’s challenges. If you're ready to be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking organization where your skills make a difference, this is your space to grow. General Description Under general supervision and with independent judgement, the Buyer II provides public procurement services to the municipality and its employees for the purchase of products, services, and construction. The Buyer II participates in most aspects of procurement and contract administration activities including, but not limited to contractor relationships, contract negotiations, corporate wide contracts, sourcing strategies, market analysis, cost modeling, and cost/price analysis. The incumbent will follow policies and procedures, assists in implementing systems innovations within procurement services, and support the corporate role of procurement services by working strategically with client departments and providing all necessary information and subject matter expertise relating to public procurement. Responsibilities Provides a full range of purchasing and materials management services on intermediate complexity and small to medium sized purchases of capital goods and services. Leads procurement activities with respect to client department relationship development and sourcing strategies. Composes commercial bids, reviews technical specifications, performs commercial evaluation of submitted bids, and holds the authority to release purchase orders within defined parameters and to recommend the acceptance of awards. Interprets and communicates procurement policies, regulations, and procedures to the client departments and provides advisory services regarding the application of those standards. Performs vendor administration, conducts research, interviews, negotiates contracts, and monitors vendor performance. Serves as a liaison between vendors, contractors, and municipal departments, and resolves disputes and conflicts. Researches best practices for contracting and contract development and consults with leadership regarding contractual obligations or potential litigation. Provides advice regarding common law, tendering law, and provincial statutes including the relevant trade agreements, municipal government acts, and other legislative requirements. Proof and edit documents to ensure consistency, completeness, and accuracy of documentation. Oversees the disposal of surplus and salvage goods. Shares technical expertise and knowledge with other department staff to encourage information sharing and internal learning opportunities. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: In depth knowledge of public procurement practices, related jurisdictional and local legislation, and relevant trade agreements. In depth knowledge of the legal ramifications of purchasing decisions, various forms of agreemen…

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