Procurement Specialist

**Position Type**:Temporary

**Duration**:Approximately six (6) months

**Together, Let’s Do Great Things**

**What’s the role?**

As **Procurement Specialist**, you will provide professional procurement services to internal stakeholders in accordance with a commitment to organizational objectives and fiscal responsibility. This role will provide strategic guidance and expertise on purchasing and contract management while considering organizational policy and procedures, contract law and legislation and regulatory compliance through BCFSA. The **Procurement Specialist** works collaboratively with internal stakeholders to support the development of procurement specifications and is responsible to oversee and manage the full cycle procurement process inclusive of a needs assessment, vendor/product research and analysis, pre-qualifications, contract administration and vendor management. In addition to the above, this position will be responsible for the maintenance and management of the ERP database and department specific policies and procedures.

**What are we looking for?**
- Completion of Bachelor’s Degree in a related discipline
- SCMP/MCOPS/ASCM/CPP/CPSM accreditation is a benefit

Ideally, you are a flexible, collaborative team player with:

- 5 years experience in Procurement/supply chain management/purchasing.
- Able to demonstrate up to date procurement/purchasing practices
- Ability to analyze and interpret the needs of clients and offer the appropriate options, solutions, and resolutions required.
- Experience working in a financial institution environment would be a benefit
- Intermediate/Advanced working knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite
- Experience with an ERP system

If you’re an approachable problem solver who embraces self-development and life-long learning, you’ll be a great fit with us.

**What we offer you**:

- Competitive salary
- A superior employee benefits package including vision, dental, and extended healthcare
- Generous employer paid RRSP benefit
- Ongoing support for education and career development

**Who are we?**

Since first forming in 1946, Coastal Community has grown to become the largest financial services provider based on Vancouver Island. We’re proud of the legacy we’ve built and the things that make us who we are:

- We’re 100% member-owned, with all decisions made locally—right here on Vancouver Island.
- We’re a growing organization with over $4 billion in assets under management. Coastal Community helps improve the financial health of over 100,000 members and clients through our 24 branches, 16 insurance offices, 4 business centres, plus our wide range of online and digital services.
- We believe in making meaningful contributions to the communities we call home. Each year, we give over half a million to community organizations and programs.

At Coastal Community we are dedicated to serving our local community by prioritizing diversity, equality, inclusion, and supporting a sense of belonging for all. We value every individual’s unique experience and perspective. As a result, we empower individuals to achieve their financial goals, enrich lives, and build healthier communities.

Embarking on a journey with Coastal Community means joining an exceptional team, engaging in meaningful work, and enjoying fulfilling experiences along the way. We take pride in offering a comprehensive total rewards package and a workplace culture that’s second to none. This includes a commitment to work/life balance, a substantial extended benefits package, an impressive 11.50% employer-paid RRSP contribution, investments in your education and training, banking perks, and so much more Join us and be part of a community that values your growth and success

**Career Band Range (Annual Salary) - $67,883.00 to $90,173.00**

The posted salary range is designed to reflect a broad career band, encompassing a variety of roles within our organization and serves as a general guideline. Your final compensation will be tailored to your unique skills, experience, and the responsibilities of the role.

If this role resonates with your passion and skills, we would love to hear from you