Senior/Intermediate Procurement Specialist to manage a portfolio of contracts

S.i. Systems client is looking for an Senior/Intermediate Procurement Specialist to manage a portfolio of contracts

15 month contract to start. 3 days/week onsite in Richmond, BC. 37.5 hours/week.

Must Haves:

• 6-10 years’ experience in direct purchasing of goods or services
• SCMA Accreditation or equivalent designation and/or a Business Degree or equivalent, e.g., Business Administration, Supply Chain, Business Operations
• Experience developing bid documents (RFP/RFIQ/ITT, etc.)
• Minimum of 6 years’ experience in Supply Chain
• Ability to negotiate complex contracts
• Working knowledge of legal issues as they relate to the procurement of goods and services
• Create bid/tenders for a public entity

Nice to haves:

• Experience in the service side - Building Operations
• Procurement experience in the public sector

Responsibilities:

• Managing a portfolio of contracts ensuring timely sourcing or renewal;
• Developing procurement strategies, conduct bidding processes, and negotiating contracts;
• Preparing and reviewing bid documents and contracts with clients and the legal department;
• Analyzing contracts for potential problems and opportunities;
• Assisting with ad-hoc projects; and
• Advising junior staff as the subject matter expert on day-to-day purchasing functions.