Corporate Buyer, Regular Full-Time

4 weeks ago


Kingston, Ontario, Canada City of Kingston Full time

The City of Kingston views diversity as its strength and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from underrepresented communities. As staff, you play a pivotal role in enhancing people's lives by delivering exceptional, customer-centered services of the highest quality.

Job Description

In this dynamic role, you will provide procurement support and expertise to City of Kingston staff for the purchase of goods, services, and equipment.

Key Responsibilities
  • Plan and schedule work in conjunction with the direction provided by the Procurement Manager and in accordance with the procurement requirements and priorities of the corporation.
  • Support departments and divisions with procurement-related processes and procedures, including the development of specifications, evaluation of submissions, and adherence to corporate by-law, policy, and trade treaty requirements.
  • Responsible for the review of procurement documents (Tenders, Request for Proposals, Request for Quotation) and for the preparation of procurement documents with respect to standing purchase orders.
  • Manage the distribution of all procurement documents and addenda, including public advertising of procurement opportunities when required.
  • Assist with administration of standing purchase orders, vendor prequalification's, and roster development.
  • Ensure proper approvals have been obtained, and that procurement procedures/policies have been followed.
  • Provide corporate support for Financial Management System (D365) including purchase requisitions, purchase orders, and report inquiries.
  • Provide back-up support to City purchasing agents.
  • Support the procurement card program; process applications and issue corporate credit cards, maintain and update cardholder listing, audit credit card statements to ensure compliance with policy and procedures, and report non-compliance issues.
Qualifications and Competencies
  • Two-year diploma in business management or a business-related program.
  • Two years' experience in procurement, preferably in a public or municipal sector organization.
  • Preference given to members of a professional procurement association working towards a designation or certification.
  • Must demonstrate corporate values of Belonging, Collaboration, Accountability, and Innovation.
Closing Statement

Please apply to Career Opportunities at www.cityofkingston.ca/Careers. Please inform us of any accommodations we need to make to ensure a barrier-free recruitment experience.



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