PG-04 Inventory

PG-04 Inventory - Supply Specialist

Important messages

Giving you the best chance to succeed
At Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) we are committed to running inclusive and barrier-free recruitment processes.

If you have a limitation that may impact your performance at any steps of the assessment process (such as during a written test or an interview), you may request an accommodation. Assessment accommodations are designed to remove barriers, and to ensure that candidates with limitations can fully demonstrate their abilities. Should you wish to be accommodated, please direct your inquiry to the contact identified at the bottom of this poster. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

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When you apply to this selection process, you are not applying for a specific job, but to an inventory for future vacancies. As positions become available, applicants who meet the qualifications may be contacted for further assessment.

In accordance with PSPCs hybrid work model, employees are required to work in the office of their positions geographic work location (Toronto or Kingston) 40% of each month approximately 2 days a week).

Please note that only those applicants who meet the ( education and/or experience ) criteria will be invited to the next stage of evaluation. We thank all applicants for your interest in this selection process.

Work environment

We are One PSPC

Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) helps the Government of Canada serve Canadians. With a strong focus on quality customer service, we provide innovative common services such as real estate and building management, purchasing, banking, pay and pensions, and translation to other government departments, agencies and boards. By providing these centralized services to departments and agencies, we enable them to focus on what they do best: providing their programs and services to Canadians.

At PSPC, we are committed to achieving a competent, representative workforce that reflects the diversity of the Canadian population. We work hard to create a welcoming, respectful and inclusive workplace through a variety of programs and initiatives. In fact, we have been named one of Canadas Best Diversity Employers for the fifth year in a row and here is a list of some of our diversity and inclusion achievements:
five diversity networks;
a Task Force on Anti-racism, Workplace Culture and Equity
a national Reconciliation and Indigenous Engagement Unit
an Ombudsman for Mental Health (the first such position within the federal public service)
an Accessibility Office
a Gender-based Analysis Plus (GBA+) Centre of Expertise

While many programs and initiatives have already been implemented in line with our commitments to diversity and inclusion, we aim to get better That's why we have highlighted three underrepresented groups to apply to this poster and invite you to be part of the change by joining an organization where efforts are being made to promote PSPCs commitments to Indigenous reconciliation, persons with disabilities and women.

Intent of the process

This inventory will be used to staff various PG-04 positions within PSPC located in Toronto and Kingston.

Positions to be filled: Number to be determined

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

Education:
Secondary school diploma or an acceptable combination of education, training or experience relevant to the position.

Experience:

Recent and significant* experience managing at least five of the following procurement activities for complex** procurements:
· Working directly with multiple stakeholders in the refinement of goods, services and/or construction requirements;
· Developing procurement strategies or plans;
· Preparing or reviewing Statement of Work;
· Preparing solicitation documents including Basis of Payment and Evaluation Criteria;
· Leading and/or participating in bid evaluations;
· Negotiating with suppliers;
· Issuing or awarding contracts, standings offers and/or supply arrangements;
· Managing contracts, standing offers or supply arrangements.

Recent and significant* experience in researching and/or analyzing information and providing procurement advice direction, recommendations or guidance) to clients or management in support of complex** procurement files for goods, services or construction.

Recent and significant* experience in managing multiple complex** procurement files, projects or programs simultaneously.

*Recent and significant experience is defined as having performed the duties on a full-time basis for a minimum cumulative period of two years within the last five years.

**Complex is defined as including at least two of the following attributes: multi-year, multi-client, sensitive, multiple phases, multiple reporting requirements, valued at $, CAD or more, or includes negotiations with industry.

If you possess any of the following, your application must also clearly explain how you meet it (other qualifications)

Education:

Degree from a recognized institution in a field related to the position.

Certification from the federal government procurement and materiel management community or an acceptable equivalent from a recognized certification organization.

Experience:

Experience in procurement in one or more of the following commodities: Software, Science, Information Technology (IT), Construction, Architectural or Engineering Services, or Professional Services.

Experience in procurement in one or more of the following: Indigenous, Social/Supplier Diversity, Green and Accessibility procurement.

Experience in public procurement.

Experience with using SAP (Systems, Applications & Products).

Experience mentoring and/or providing guidance to junior procurement team members.

Operational Requirements:
Be willing and able to travel when required.
May be required to work overtime.

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

English essential

Competencies:
Client Service Competency Level 1
Thinking Things Through
Integrity and Respect
Working effectively with others
Showing initiative and being action-oriented
Adaptability and Change Management
Written Communication
Oral Communication

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

Selection may be limited to members of the following Employment Equity groups: Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, women

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

Other information

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

1. How will you communicate with me?
We will contact you by email or through your GC Jobs account. Please ensure that your email is valid and accepts messages from unknown users. It is your responsibility to regularly check your email inbox, junk mail and your GC Jobs account to find out about all the information regarding this inventory.

2. How does an inventory work?
An inventory is a selection process that can be used by various hiring managers to meet their current and future needs. As a result, you will apply only once to be considered for multiple job opportunities at the AS-04 and AS-05 level or equivalent.

3. When I submitted my application, why did I receive a Screened out message?
In this case, you probably answered "no" to the screening question asking you to confirm that you possess the minimum educational requirement or one of the essential experiences. It is possible that you answered "no" to one of these questions BY MISTAKE. If this is the case, simply retrieve your application and change your answer.

4. What does "Registered in the Inventory" mean?
When your application has been successfully submitted, the system automatically generates a status confirming your inclusion in the inventory. This means that you are now part of the list of candidates who could be randomly selected, depending on the needs of the positions to be filled. If your application is selected, you will be notified.

5. What happens if my application expires?
You must reconfirm your interest in remaining in the inventory every 90 days. Twelve days prior to expiry, a notice will be posted to the "My Jobs" menu in your GC Jobs account. If you disregard this notice, your application will be automatically deactivated from the inventory and you will no longer be considered. If this situation occurs, you have the option to reactivate your application by selecting the "Renew my application" link. This option is only valid for the duration of the inventory, before the closing date indicated in the advertisement.

6. My personal information has changed, what should I do?
Simply update them in the "Personal Information" section, in the "My Job File" menu of your GC Jobs account. This will allow us to have your current contact information and ensure adequate follow-up in the event that your application is considered as part of a process issued from this inventory.

7. I have a disability that does not allow me to apply online, who do I contact to help me with the submission of my job application?
If you are a person with disability preventing you from applying on-line, you can contact our team at the following address: What should I do if I need accommodation measures during the selection process?
PSPC is committed to provide an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the evaluation process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please send us your request at the following address: All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

9. Who can I contact if I have technical difficulties with the GC Jobs website?
You can contact the Public Service Commission of Canada's support Centre by selecting the "Contact Us" link below, in the left corner of this window, or by calling 1---.

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans first and then to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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