PROCUREMENT ADVISOR

WINNIPEG, MB

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Defined-benefit pension plan.
• Nine-day work cycle which normally results in every other Monday off, providing for a balanced approach to work, family life and community.
• Flex-time and partially remote work schedule (providing the option to work remotely 3 days per 2 week period), depending on nature of work, operational requirements and work location.

• Assume the roles and responsibilities of others during peak work periods or prolonged absence.
• Responsible for the efficient procurement of material, equipment, service and sales of corporate assets, applying professional knowledge as well as strategic and innovative thinking to maximize efficiency and achieve best overall value for the Corporation in accordance with corporate policy, guidelines and Supply Chain Management procedures.
• Review requisitions, determine the appropriate sourcing and evaluation strategy required that best meet customer needs, market conditions, and maximize tender participation and compliance while achieving best value.
• Prepare, issue, and receive tender documents.
• Oversee and participate in the analysis of tenders and corporate sales in accordance with established evaluation criteria ensuring recommendations and award of business are in accordance with corporate policy, best practices, and in accordance with commercial law.
• Participate with customers and at times lead in procurement related negotiations with suppliers.
• Prepare, issue, and award contracts. Ensure all relevant documentation is completed with all the required information for the purposes of obtaining approvals, recording and reporting business.
• Provide assistance in contract management and at times be prepared to lead contract management. Advise management of developments that may affect contracts, costs, schedules, and stakeholder relations and recommend course of action.
• Report and document various vendor related non-compliance, exceptions, vendor performance relevant to future business, and update vendor/commodity lists and vendor performance files as required.
• Provide ongoing communication with all departments as required, informally or formally, verbally or in writing, to develop and maintain strong business relationships while providing quality service in meeting customer expectations.
• Assume the roles and responsibilities of others during peak work periods or prolonged absence.

• Bachelor of Commerce degree or four-year relevant degree from a university of recognized with a major in supply chain plus a minimum of one year directly related experience.
  Or
• Post Graduate Diploma in Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management from an institute of recognized standing plus a minimum of three years directly related experience.
  Or
• Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) designation or equivalent professional designation and a minimum of five years directly related experience.
  Or
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Ability to manage multiple, simultaneous work assignments in a highly demanding and fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated degree of diplomacy and tact with proven capability to effectively communicate and negotiate. 
• Ability to compile and analyze complex information and implement recommendations.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
• Strong presentation and facilitation skills.
• Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Understanding of public sector procurement and Trade Agreements would be an asset.
• General knowledge of government legislation including but not limited to Workers' Compensation Act, Workplace Safety and Health Act, Builders' Liens Act and Federal and Provincial sales taxes.