Buyer Category Management

2 weeks ago

Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada PHSA Full time

Buyer Category Management
BC Clinical & Support Services

Burnaby, BC


In accordance with established vision and values of the organization, this position purchases a variety of supplies, services and equipment by selecting Suppliers, negotiating prices and delivery dates and approving purchase orders.

Issues tender documents for a variety of supplies, services and equipment, awards contracts in conjunction with User Departments from various sites within the Region.


What you'll do

  • Reviews all purchase requisitions and consults with User Departments from various Sites regarding requirements, e.g. specifications, quantity, quality, pricing and delivery dates. Recommends Suppliers and/or substitute Suppliers to improve delivery and costs.
  • Contacts Suppliers for information such as price, delivery dates, etc. and places order.
  • Prepares specifications, terms and conditions for the formal tendering of supplies, services and equipment. In consultation with the Manager and Regional Director, analyzes quotations from Suppliers and issues contract documents.
  • Performs a variety of expediting duties such as monitoring delivery dates, late deliveries and related discrepancies.
  • Works with all User Departments from various Sites in obtaining specific product information and costs.
  • Maintains sources of supply and interview's Supplier's representatives.
  • Assigns related tasks to the Buyer Assistants.
  • Assists in the evaluation of products and services by contacting Suppliers for samples, arranging for product survey forms to be sent to the User Departments, and collecting data from the Department for presentation to the Product Review/Value Analysis Committee.
  • Updates files and dictionaries in the computerized Material Management Module as required.
  • Performs other related duties as required.

What you bring

Qualifications:

  • Grade 12 supplemented by recognized purchasing courses, plus 5 year's recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Skills & Knowledge

  • Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to deal with others effectively.
  • Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
  • Ability to organize work.
  • Ability to operate related equipment.
  • Commitment to upholding the shared responsibility of creating lasting and meaningful reconciliation in Canada as per TRC and BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act

What we bring
Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families.

Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future.

That's why we're focused on your care too - offering health, wellness, development programs to support you - at work and at home.


  • Join one of BC's largest employers with provincewide programs, services and operations offering vast opportunities for growth, development, and recognition programs that honour the commitment and contribution of all employees.
  • Access to professional development opportunities through our inhouse training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our San'yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles.
  • Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources.
  • Annual statutory holidays (13) with generous vacation entitlement and accruement.
  • PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position).
  • Access to WorkPerks, a premium discount program offering a wide range of local and national discounts on electronics, entertainment, dining, travel, wellness, apparel, and more.

Job Type:
Regular, Full-time

Wage:
$30.31 / Hour

Location:1795 Willingdon Ave, Burnaby, BC V5C 6E3

Closing date:
Applications Accepted until Position is Filled

Hours of Work:7:30-13:30 (Monday to Friday)

Requisition # 143025E

As per the current Public Health Order, full vaccination against COVID-19 is a condition of employment with PHSA as of October 26, 2021.

What we do


The Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA) plans, manages and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province.

Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include:
Respect people - Be compassionate - Dare to innovate - Cultivate partnerships - Serve with purpose.

Learn more about PHSA and our programs:

PHSA is committed to employment equity, encouraging all qualified individuals to apply. We recognize that our ability to provide the best care for our diverse patient population

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