Operations & Procurement Specialist

7 months ago

Truro, Canada Divert NS Full time

Divert NS is currently seeking an Operations and Procurement Specialist to join their dynamic team. Reporting to the Director of Operations, this role plays a crucial part in overseeing procurement activities and ensuring efficient program operations within the organization. If you value protecting the environment and helping others do the same, Divert NS could be the team for you.

**About Divert NS**

Divert NS is a leading environmental not-for-profit organization dedicated to supporting the province to recycle and live in more sustainable ways. Committed to making a positive impact, they oversee various programs that aim to improve Nova Scotians' environment, economy, and quality of life.

**About the Position**

As the Operations Procurement Specialist, you will collaborate with the Operations Team to enhance program operations and lead special projects related to the field or processing/warehouse operations. You will oversee and manage all procurement activities across departments, ensuring timely and transparent acquisitions that consistently deliver high quality and best value.

**Responsibilities**
- Programs Operations and Enhancement_
- Identify areas of opportunity to improve/enhance program operations.
- Conduct research on program operations and initiatives, presenting findings as needed.
- Regularly monitor Enviro-Depot network, haulers, and processors for compliance, promptly addressing non-compliance in consultation with the Director of Operations and Operations Supervisor.
- Monitor and maintain data using Divert NS' proprietary software for tracking beverage and tire collections and remittances.
- Advise management of any potential regulatory changes or other potential impacts on the Divert NS regulated beverage and tire programs.
- Other duties as required.
- Procurement Management_
- Consult with department heads to identify and plan for respective procurement needs.
- Guide the bid evaluation process, including developing and issuing the appropriate Request For x (RFx), guiding bid activity, and assessing submissions for compliance.
- Assist in the development and/or refinement of operational, procurement, occupational health and safety policies.
- Actively engage with the depot network, service providers, and other key partners to enhance stakeholder relationships.
- Other duties as required.

**Qualifications**
- University degree in environmental sciences, business, public administration or other relevant discipline.
- Minimum of 3 years related experience in project/program management, procurement and research or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Strong communication skills with excellent writing skills, and attention to detail.
- Self-starter with familiarity with change management.
- Experience in conducting qualitative & quantitative research and analyzing data.
- Fluency in Microsoft Word and strong command of Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Familiarity with competitive bidding process and procurement process, ideally in the public sector.
- Experience in using an online procurement platform, with knowledge of bids-and-tenders site considered an asset.
- Familiarity with the Nova Scotia Solid Waste-Resource Management Strategy, Solid Waste-Resource Management Regulations is desirable, and Nova Scotia, Occupational Health and Safety legislation is an asset.

**What's in it for you?**

**Competitive Compensation**:

- Divert NS believes in recognizing and rewarding hard work with a group RRSP program, ensuring employee efforts are valued.

**Training & Promotional Development**:

- Join an organization that invests in success. Divert NS is committed to its employee's growth through training initiatives.

**Hybrid Schedule**:

- Achieve work-life balance with flexible work arrangements. Divert NS understands the importance of accommodating to an employee's lifestyle and offers employees to work two days a week remotely.

**Paid Vacation**:

- Divert NS values well-being and offers paid annual vacation leave, ensuring employees have the time to recharge and relax.

**Equity and Diversity Policy**:

- Join a team that celebrates diversity. Divert NS is committed to equity and strives to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of Nova Scotians.

**Application Process**
- PowerUp Leadership is actively recruiting on behalf of our client, Divert NS.

Company Website: powerupleadership.ca

**Salary**: $79,126.00-$94,762.00 per year

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Truro, NS B2N 3H9

  • Operations & Procurement Specialist

    1 month ago

    Truro, Canada PowerUp Leadership Full time

    Divert NS is currently seeking an Operations & Procurement Specialist to join their dynamic team. Reporting to the Director of Operations, this role plays a crucial part in ensuring efficient program operations and overseeing procurement activities within the organization. If you value protecting the environment and helping others do the same, Divert NS...

  • Operations & Procurement Specialist

    6 months ago

    Truro, Canada Divert NS Full time

    Divert NS is currently seeking on Operations and Procurement Specialist to join their dynamic team. Reporting to the Director of Operations, this role plays a crucial part in ensuring efficient program operations and overseeing procurement activities within the organization. If you value protecting the environment and helping others do the same, Divert NS...

  • Operations & Procurement Specialist

    6 months ago

    Truro, Canada Divert NS Full time

    Divert NS is currently seeking on Operations and Procurement Specialist to join their dynamic team. Reporting to the Director of Operations, this role plays a crucial part in ensuring efficient program operations and overseeing procurement activities within the organization. If you value protecting the environment and helping others do the same, Divert NS...

  • Operations and Procurement Specialist

    6 months ago

    Truro, Canada Divert NS Full time

    Divert NS is currently seeking on Operations and Procurement Specialist to join their dynamic team. Reporting to the Director of Operations, this role plays a crucial part in ensuring efficient program operations and overseeing procurement activities within the organization. If you value protecting the environment and helping others do the same, Divert NS...

  • Operations and Procurement Specialist

    7 months ago

    Truro, Canada Divert NS Full time

    Divert NS Truro, NS Hybrid work $81,896-$98,079 a year - Full-time Job details Here’s how the job details align with your profile. Pay $81,896-$98,079 a year Job type Full-time Location Truro, NS **Benefits**: Paid time off Paid vacation Full job description About Divert NS Divert NS is a leading environmental not-for-profit organization dedicated to...

  • Buyer - Procurement

    1 week ago

    Truro, Canada Nova Scotia Health Authority Full time

    **Req ID**:194313** **Location**:Northern** Zone,**Colchester East Hants Health Centre** **Department**:SCO Procurement CEH** **Type of Employment**:Casual**Casual Relief** (**3%**) x**3** **Admin Professionals** P**osition** **Posting Closing Date**:31-Dec-24** Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some...

  • Buyer - Procurement

    7 months ago

    Truro, Canada Nova Scotia Health Authority Full time

    **Req ID**:180803** **Company: Nova Scotia Health** **Location**:Northern** **Zone, **Colchester East Hants Health Centre** **Department**:SCO Procurement CEH** **Type of Employment**:Casual** **Casual Relief** **(**3%** **FTE) x **1** **position(s)** **Status**:CUPE** **Admin Professionals** Position** **Posting Closing Date**:24-May-24** Nova Scotia...

  • Supply Chain Specialist Ii

    1 week ago

    Truro, Canada Inland Technologies Canada Incorporated Full time

    Inland Technologies Canada is the world's premier airport environmental services company specializing in the management and processing of glycol effluent generated from aircraft deicing. Our employees receive the following, based on eligibility requirements: - Insurance - health, dental, life, AD&D and LTD - Pension plan with employer match - Employee...

  • District Inventory Control Specialist

    7 months ago

    Truro, Canada Kent Building Supplies - District 5 Full time

    **INVENTORY CONTROL SPECIALIST** Are you looking to grow your career and knowledge in a fast paced, friendly, safety-oriented environment? Are you up for the challenge of elevating the customer experience through providing the best solution as a trusted partner for our customers? **What you will do**: - Work under moderate supervision. - Solving routine...

  • Specialist: Operational Excellence and Food Safety

    7 months ago

    Truro, Canada Steritech Full time

    Overview: **Specialist: Operational Excellence and Food Safety** Ready to use your hotel, restaurant or supermarket experience in a new and exciting way? Have a knack for training/coaching others? Looking to build your career in a growing world-class organization? Come see why so many of our team members recommend us to their friends! **Who are...

  • Operations Manager

    6 months ago

    Truro, Canada Brighter Days Commercial Cleaning Full time

    Job Title: Manager of Operations and Administration Company: Bright Space Cleaning Solutions Location: In-person Salary Range: Starting at $30,000 per year Work Hours: 9 AM - 4 PM, with some weekends required Company Overview: Bright Space Cleaning Solutions is a dynamic and growing commercial cleaning company dedicated to providing top-quality cleaning...

  • Used Car Specialist

    7 months ago

    Truro, Canada Pye Chevrolet Buick GMC Limited Full time

    Are you passionate about cars and skilled in sourcing top-notch used vehicles? Join us as a dedicated and knowledgeable **Used Car Specialist**. As a key member of our dealership, you'll handle everything from sourcing to sales of our pre-owned inventory. What You'll Do: - Sourcing & Trade Appraisals: Source quality used vehicles through auctions,...

  • Operations Manager-truro

    7 months ago

    Truro, Canada John Ross & Sons Ltd. Full time

    About us John Ross & Sons Ltd. stands as the leading and most proficient scrap metal processor in Atlantic Canada. Situated just moments away from the bustling Port of Halifax, our company specializes in procuring, evaluating, handling, and refining ferrous and non-ferrous scrap metals. Our extensive clientele includes manufacturers, demolition contractors,...

  • IT Support Specialist

    3 weeks ago

    Truro, Nova Scotia, Canada G & G Computers Inc. Full time

    We are seeking an IT Support Specialist to join our team at G & G Computers Inc. in a fast-paced environment where you will provide business systems, network and Internet support to users in response to identified difficulties.As an IT Support Specialist, you will be responsible for providing customer service, resolving technical issues, and ensuring the...

  • Sanitation Specialist

    6 months ago

    Truro, Canada Breathing Green Solutions Full time

    Breathing Green Solutions is currently looking for a Sanitation Specialist. Reporting to the Sanitation Lead, the Sanitation Specialist will be responsible for cleaning all areas of the production facility. What you'll do **Responsibilities**: Cleaning walls, floors, doors and equipment in sterile and non-sterile environments Ensuring kitchen, washrooms,...

  • Package Logistics Specialist

    4 weeks ago

    Truro, Nova Scotia, Canada Intelcom - Dragonfly Full time

    Unlock Your Career with Intelcom - DragonflyAbout the Role:We are seeking a highly motivated Package Logistics Specialist to join our team at Intelcom - Dragonfly. As a key member of our delivery operations, you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth transportation of packages from our warehouse to customers across Canada.Responsibilities:

  • Operating Room Supply Technician

    6 months ago

    Truro, Canada Nova Scotia Health Authority Full time

    **Req ID**:169044** **Company: Nova Scotia Health** **Location**:Northern** **Zone, **Colchester East Hants Health Centre** **Department**:OPNZ PERI Operating Room CEH** **Type of Employment**:Casual** **Casual Relief** **(**3%** **FTE) x **1** **position(s)** **Status**:CUPE** **Admin Professionals** Position** **Posting Closing Date**:22-Nov-23** Nova...

  • Operational Line Lead

    6 months ago

    Truro, Canada Agropur Full time

    **Job Type**:Regular **Invest in you, JOIN AGROPUR. **_We dairy you! _ Reporting to the Production Manager, the Operational Line Leader - will have single line focus providing continuity of direction setting and expectation across all shifts. This focus allows for deeper understanding of results and causes. The line lead has 24 hour, multiple shift...

  • Operational Line Lead

    6 months ago

    Truro, Canada Agropur Full time

    **Type d'emploi**:Permanent **Invest in you, JOIN AGROPUR. **_We dairy you! _ Reporting to the Production Manager, the Operational Line Leader - will have single line focus providing continuity of direction setting and expectation across all shifts. This focus allows for deeper understanding of results and causes. The line lead has 24 hour, multiple shift...

  • Shipper/receiver/forklift Operator

    7 months ago

    Truro, Canada LSW Wear Parts Ltd Full time

    LSW Wear Parts Ltd is a family owned company established in 1993 to service the Mining, Construction and Forestry industries through out Atlantic Canada. We are currently looking for a full time Shipper / Receiver for our Truro location. In this role your primary responsibility is to manage shipping costs and support exceptional customer service by...