Procurement and purchasing officer

Overview The Procurement and purchasing officer supports reliable purchasing and supply chain operations by coordinating sourcing, pricing, and vendor management. Working with internal teams and suppliers, this role helps ensure purchasing needs are addressed accurately and efficiently, supporting smooth operations in manufacturing and other business functions. Responsibilities Provides research and input into the financial sourcing aspects of contracts and calls for tender when information is not readily available Provides research and input into the financial sourcing aspects of contracts and calls for tender when information is not readily available Identify high impact cost reduction opportunities Leverage the organization’s buying power to optimize costs, access new suppliers, reduce lead times, and guarantee supply Develop and maintain relationships with existing and potential buyers and suppliers to the organization Respond to customer service inquiries and clarify requirements and provide information as needed Identify high impact cost reduction opportunities Leverage the organization’s buying power to optimize costs, access new suppliers, reduce lead times, and guarantee supply Develop and maintain relationships with existing and potential buyers and suppliers to the organization Respond to customer service inquiries and clarify requirements and provide information as needed Qualifications Practical purchasing and procurement capabilities, clear communication, attention to detail, and confidence using ERP systems to manage orders, supplier information, and purchasing records. Procurement and purchasing agents and officers usually require a bachelor's degree or college diploma in business administration, commerce, or economics. Procurement and purchasing agents and officers purchasing specialized materials or business services may require a related university degree or college diploma. For example, a bachelor's degree or college diploma in engineering may be required for purchasers of industrial products. A certificate in purchasing from the Purchasing Management Association of Canada (PMAC) may be required within 12 months of employment. Previous experience as a purchasing clerk or as an administrative clerk may be required. Certification from the International Right of Way Association (IRWA) may be required within 12 months of employment Sourcing specialists and analysts usually require a bachelor's degree or college diploma in economics, logistics, operations management, finance, engineering, mathematics, or statistical analysis. Previous work experience (at least one year) in supply chain for sourcing specialists and analysts is usually required Pay: $38.70 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week Benefits: On-site parking Paid time off Wellness program Ability to commute/relocate: Leduc, AB T9E 7B2: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred) Education: Bachelor's Degree (preferred) Experience: Working as a procurement officer: 1 year (preferred) Language: English (preferred) Willingness to travel: 75% (preferred) Work Location: In person

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