Assistant Manager, Purchasing

3 weeks ago

Richmond, Canada School District #38 (Richmond) Full time

Recognized for its diversity, dedication to inclusion, and strong partnerships with the community, the Richmond School District is among one of the largest districts in British Columbia with some of the highest graduation rates in the province. With a long history of providing high quality experiences for students, the Richmond School District strives to be “The Best Place to Learn and Lead.”

Richmond School District operates 38 elementary schools, 10 secondary schools, alternate programs, continuing education and a number of additional facilities. The district enrolls approximately 21,000 students (K-12) and employs over 3000 dedicated staff.

Reporting to the Assistant Secretary Treasurer, the Assistant Manager, Purchasing supports the management of procurement activities of the School District. Providing technical and analytical support to the Purchasing Department. This position will have functional responsibility for all purchasing activities in schools and departments of the District.

Major

**Responsibilities**:
Supervise and coordinates the work of staff in the Purchasing Department

Ensure adherence to the School District’s purchasing policies, processes and practices

Ensures that all legal and contractual obligations of the School District are met

Ensures a customer service focus in the Purchasing Department

Oversees the preparation of tenders and the acquisition of materials and services with suppliers, sub-contractors and professional service providers

Supports projects/initiatives such as strategic sourcing, policy and process reviews, maintenance of vendor databases, cost analysis and reporting

Serves as a liaison to district staff and vendors by providing guidance and information on district procurement policies and procedures

Assists in developing commodity plans and competitive sourcing strategies to furnish required materials and services

Assists in negotiation and contract management

Drives continuous improvement in material and service costs by identifying, prioritizing and driving cost saving opportunities

Liaises with warehouse staff to ensure all goods arrive in good condition

Ensures all purchasing activities are tracked and resolve issues as required

Researches, monitors and evaluates industry trends and suppliers including district spending trends, in order to recommend areas for potential savings

Provides effective and efficient leadership of purchasing staff through training and development

Prepares regular and ad hoc reports

Performs other duties as assigned from time to time by the Assistant Secretary Treasurer

Required Qualifications

Completion of a recognized professional purchasing program (SCMA) or equivalent combination of education and experience

In depth knowledge of modern procurement and supply chain principle and practices

A minimum of 5 years of experience in progressive purchasing roles, including supervisory experience

Detailed knowledge of Public Purchasing Practices including tendering and issuing of Request for Proposals

Knowledge of relevant Trade Agreements such as NWPTA

Strong attention to detail and accuracy with demonstrated organizational and prioritization abilities

Strong analytical, problem solving and technical skills and ability to exercise good and sound judgement

Strong communication skills, both written and verbal

Strong leadership abilities

What We Offer

Competitive salary and total compensation package. Salary placement will be commensurate with education, experience and internal parity.

**The total compensation package for excluded staff includes**:
Extended Health and Dental plan

Contributions to a defined benefit pension plan

Three weeks of vacation to start that increases with continued years of service, plus additional days off to use during Spring Break and throughout the year

Professional development opportunities for job related courses which may also include reimbursement for workshops, membership and association fees

A variety of health and wellness programs offered through our Foundations of A Healthy Workplace program

Contact us to learn more about what we offer

Work Schedule

35 hours per week

Work Designation

Onsite

Equal Opportunity Employer

Richmond School District is committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we so proudly serve. Our ability to provide the best education for our student population relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, backgrounds and experiences. Indigenous applicants, people of colour, all genders, 2SLGBTQ+ and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

The Richmond School District is the best place to learn and lead.

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