The salary range for this position is:
Recruitment range: $60,720 – $68,343 starting salary determined by the PEA Collective Agreement.
Performance range: starting salary to max of $79,374 is available through annual performance increases.
Job Summary
The Purchasing Officer will lead the planning and delivery of procurement services to assigned departments, and is responsible for achieving best value in the acquisition of goods and services, while ensuring the integrity of the process and compliance with policy and applicable public sector procurement legislation.
Reporting to the Director, the Purchasing Officer is one of four procurement professionals providing end-to-end procurement services to clients in all Faculties and departments. As a professional member of the Purchasing Services team, the Purchasing Officer provides expert procurement advice to faculty and administrators and supports delivery of services and initiatives as required to meet service standards and expectations.
Job Requirements
This position requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline and at least three years of related work experience in a public sector environment, or have an equivalent combination of education, training and work experience. Professional accreditation (SCMA, APICS, or equivalent) and familiarity with public sector procurement law and practices are highly desirable.
In addition, the position requires the following abilities:
Work and communicate effectively orally and in writing, with tact and diplomacy, with a variety of internal and external contacts
Strong customer services focus
Excellent interpersonal, communication, negotiation, conflict resolution, cross-cultural, and public relations skills
Excellent team building skills with a demonstrated ability to work effectively with a team.
Demonstrated administrative and organizational skills, with in-depth knowledge of procurement related computer systems and tools
The following are considered assets dependent on specific specialty requirements:
Background in public sector capital construction procurement, including tenders and CCDC contracts
Post-secondary joint procurement
Strategic sourcing and supplier relationship management
Scientific equipment purchasing
IT Procurement
Services Contract formation
Customs & Brokerage
UVic is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion in our living, learning and work environments. In pursuit of our values, we seek members who will work respectfully and constructively with differences and across levels of power. We actively encourage applications from members of groups experiencing barriers to equity.
Read our full equity statement here: www.uvic.ca/equitystatement.
Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process may contact: [email protected]. Any personal information provided will be maintained in confidence.
Additional Information
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