Intermediate Procurement Specialist

Maverin is seeking a Procurement Specialist to be responsible for the procurement and inventory management of equipment components and services required for the operation, maintenance, repair and overhaul of aircraft arresting systems (AAS).

The resource must perform the following supply related activities:

- Perform duties as primary nationwide purchaser in support to include purchasing of all components needed for the overhaul and maintenance of the arrestor gear and associated components as well as purchasing to maintain equipment and materials stock in depots through the use of call-ups on Standing Offers or contracts based on Supply Arrangements (SOAs) and/or initiating purchase requisitions with vendors;
- Review depot stock levels of equipment and material by performing inventory checks
- Ensure DRMIS inventory data is updated on a daily basis to maintain optimal operational capabilities and awareness of stock supplies;
- Select and advise originators of appropriate standard contract clauses, search procurement files for precedent to draft contractual documents, in order to obtain required approvals;
- Prepare multi-year and annual procurement strategies/plans with estimates to meet client needs and for incorporation to the unit Business Plan;
- Manage and implement approved procurement strategies including item procurement, contract management for Repair and Overhaul (R&O) services, and prepare all pertinent documentation for trade purchases;
- Clarify requirements and participate in negotiations of terms and conditions (primarily competitive), monitor contractor compliance/completion in order to recommend approval for payment;
- Assist in managing the sub-section budget by preparing cyclical sub-section reports, and ensuring financial records are accurate and up to date;
- Maintain effective customer and public relations, guiding clients as a source of expertise for inventory management, and procurement as well as representing DND/ Canadian Armed Forces (CAF)’s procurement interests with suppliers and government contracting authorities; and,
- Evaluate material procurement methods, practices and procedures for meeting client needs as well as equipment maintenance needs, and develop and recommend improvements to current practices and procedures including accessibility considerations;
- Clarify procurement requirements, material and R&O levels and locations with clients, detailing the cost benefits of various procurement vehicles and recommending optimum methods of supply;
- Advise the LCMM on the implications of the Government Electronic Tendering System,, North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) and DND/CAF procurement policies and regulations;
- Co-ordinate with Public Service Procurement Canada (PSPC) and Industry Canada in the establishment of multi-year R&O contracts, standing offers and other procurement methods to meet unique DND/CF needs;
- Participate in the negotiations of terms and conditions of supply or contract agreements (e.g. discounts, warranties);
- Resolve disputes with private sector suppliers and contractors concerning non-compliance with contract terms and conditions (e.g. late delivery or the amount of payment for goods delivered). When required, request, justify and negotiate terminations of contracts for non
- compliance with suppliers and/or PSPC contracting authorities;
- Collaborate with Departmental technical and operational authorities in the development of specifications and procurement documents to satisfy unique or unusual Operations and Management (O&M) equipment requirements;
- Participate with departmental technical authorities in the evaluation of technical bid evaluations
- Guide, explain and answer questions from client supervisors on inventory management, procurement and related financial policies, processes and procedures for O&M equipment requirements;
- Advise and inform officials of private sector companies on government procurement regulations, Departmental policies and objectives;
- Brief management on procurement issues, and recommend improvements to practices, methods and procedures;
- Provide inventory management, procurement and financial advice and guidance to Main Operating Base (MOB) users and the LCMM;
- Clarify Departmental requirements with suppliers and/or PSPC;
- Negotiate the resolution of disputes with suppliers;
- Network with other departmental personnel in matrix for client inventory and procurement;
- Prepare multi-year procurement strategies with cyclical sub-section reports; and
- Write correspondence, justification and contract amendments or termination.

Language: English
Clearance: Secret
Location: Trenton Ontario
Length of contract: 4 months + possibility of extension

**Salary**: From $50,000.00 per year

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Trenton, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Government issues Security Clearance at the SECRET Le