Procurement & Contract Specialist

Job ID : 3759 Openings : 1 Jurisdiction: Civic Middle Management Division: Financial Strategy & Sustainability Department: Finance Branch: Procurement Location Name : Regina, Saskatchewan, CA Type of Posting: Internal & External Employment Type : Permanent Hourly Salary: $41.74 - $52.20 (Plus $3.00/hour Market Supplement) Annual Salary: $79,582.00 - $99,525.00 (Not include Market Supplement) Date Posted : October 26, 2026 Closing Date : November 4, 2026 Land Acknowledgement We are proud to reside on Treaty 4 Territory and the traditional lands of the Cree, Saulteaux, Dakota, Nakota, Lakota, and Métis Nation, honoring and respecting these Nations and ancestors of this territory and grateful to be here. Regina is committed to building trust and creating true partnerships with Indigenous peoples. Equity, Diversity & Inclusion The City of Regina is an equal opportunities employer dedicated to fostering a respectful, collaborative, inclusive, and barrier-free workplace, allowing everyone to achieve their full potential. We value diversity as a key to our success and encourage all qualified candidates, including Indigenous peoples, people of colour, 2SLGBTQIAP+ individuals of all genders, people of disabilities, and members of equity-deserving communities, to apply. The City of Regina is committed to ensure accessible and accommodating processes during the application and selection phases. If you need accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please inform our Talent team and we'll collaborate with you to address your requirements. Position Summary Are you an expert in procurement with a keen eye for detail and a passion for ensuring fairness and transparency? As a Procurement & Contract Specialist, you will manage high-risk and complex procurement projects, ensuring strict adherence to trade agreements, bylaws, and purchasing policies. You will play a critical role in shaping procurement strategies, offering legal and strategic advice, and supporting contract negotiations. This position operates with a high degree of independence and professionalism, helping maintain fairness and transparency in public procurement while building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Key Duties & Responsibilities Manage and lead high-risk, high-profile procurement projects from initiation through contract execution Develop and tailor procurement strategies that align with business objectives and risk assessments Ensure compliance with municipal, provincial, and federal laws, bylaws, and trade agreements throughout the procurement process Draft, review, and refine complex bid documents, contracts, and evaluation criteria for large-scale competitions Negotiate contract terms, resolve disputes, and assist with contract management to ensure successful vendor relationships Collaborate with internal stakeholders to gather project requirements and ensure alignment with procurement strategies Provide training, support, and expert advice on procurement procedures, legal obligations, and contract performance to departments Conduct compliance analysis and participate in bid openings to maintain fairness and transparency Assist with updating procurement policies, developing training materials, and improving processes based on lessons learned from past projects Manage vendor relationships, monitor contract performance, and address non-performance issues or contract breaches Key Qualifications The knowledge, skills and abilities for this position are obtained through a University Degree in Administration or Commerce and a recognized purchasing designation such as a Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) designation from the Supply Chain Management Association (SCMA). Certified Public Purchasing Buyer (CPPB) designation from the National Institute of Governmental Purchasing (NIGP) will be considered with the combination of years of experience and other education. Five (5) years of professional experience in a se…

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