Buyer

1 month ago

Montréal, Canada Concordia University Full time

**Position Number**: 50001566 / P4915
**Department**: Procurement Services
**Grade**: GR11
**Campus**: Sir George Williams (Downtown)

**Salary**: $70,819.75 - $84,590.55 per annum
**Union/Association/HR Policy**: CUPEU

**Posting deadline**:April 5, 2023

Recognized as Canada’s top university under the age of 50, and one of Montreal’s top Employers, Concordia University is the place to be if you are looking to grow, contribute and innovate in a dynamic and multicultural environment.

Be part of a community that addresses society’s big challenges, supports your personal and professional growth, and makes a real impact in building a more sustainable world.

As a member of our community, you will have access to comprehensive benefits, a defined pension plan and numerous on site well-being facilities such as a state of the art gym and health clinic as well as a variety of educational and cultural opportunities.

**NOTE**:
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- This posting represents a replacement contract until April 30, 2024._

**SCOPE**

**PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Plan, organize, and execute the acquisition process for goods and services within delegated authority.
- Advise members of the University regarding policies, procedures, and responsibilities of the department relative to the community.
- Review and evaluate purchase requisitions and where necessary confer with the client regarding their requirements, specifications, delivery requirements, and recommends alternate source of supply or product.
- Ensure that the acquisition process is competitive and complies with the appropriate university's policies and procedures and is conducted within the professional code of ethics. Ensure compliance with provincial legislation governing public procurement.
- Develop in conjunction with internal customers, the contracting strategies and techniques to optimize the acquisition process for the specific class of goods and services required.
- Research information on market structure, conditions and material available to develop and recommend procurement programs where advantageous to the University.
- Negotiate and administer contracts directly with suppliers, in formal and informal situations to ensure compliance and resolve any contract issues which may arise.
- Conduct competitive bid processes. Prepare Call for Tenders and Request for Proposals documents, make economic and vendor selection analyses and develop and award contracts.
- Develop sound knowledge on product development and technology regarding materials and services of present and future interest to the University, and make recommendations in close cooperation with the user departments.

**REQUIREMENTS**
- Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Business Administration or in a field related to the primary responsibilities with two to four years of related work experience in the procurement field.
- Experience working in an integrated computerized environment.
- Previous work experience in a University environment is an asset.
- Good knowledge (Level 4) of spoken and written English in order to communicate with clients and suppliers, write correspondence and reports, and prepare tenders and contracts. Good knowledge (Level 4) of spoken and written French to communicate with vendors and suppliers.
- Good knowledge (Intermediate level) of Excel (to create and modify spreadsheets and charts and to enhance worksheets) and of Word (to create and format documents).
- Knowledge and work experience with SAP/Ariba software an asset.
- Excellent negotiation skills and sound business judgment.
- Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to work independently and in a team environment and to interact effectively with internal and external communities.
- Outstanding organizational skills; ability to prioritize work and to perform well under pressure.
- Knowledge and work experience with provincial public procurement regulations desirable.

Concordia University is an English-language institution of higher learning at which the primary language of instruction and research is English. Since this position supports academic and administrative functions of the university, proficiency in English and French, as indicated, is required.

**Territorial Acknowledgement**
Concordia University is located on unceded Indigenous lands. The Kanien’kehá:ka Nation is recognized as the custodians of the lands and waters on which we gather today. Tiohtià:ke/Montreal is historically known as a gathering place for many First Nations. Today, it is home to a diverse population of Indigenous and other peoples. We respect the continued connections with the past, present and future in our ongoing relationships with Indigenous and other peoples within the Montreal community.

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