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Job title: Procurement Specialist – Remote
Company: Canadian Blood Services
Job description: Job category: Procurement
Job posting ID: 844
Employment status: Temporary full-time
Position’s anticipated end date (if temporary): 2022/06/29
Classification: PTS/MGT/IT B
Salary/Rate of pay: $63,600 – $75,525
Application deadline: 2021-08-17
Somewhere in Canada there’s a life you can save.
Be part of a dynamic, collaborative and caring organization committed to saving and improving the lives of Canadians. Thousands of Canadians depend on us every day for reliable access to safe blood, plasma, stem cells and organs and tissues.
Join Canada’s Lifeline and make a meaningful difference every day.
Canadian Blood Services is looking for a Temporary Full-Time Procurement Specialist to join our dynamic FCS Procurement division. In this role through effective management of supplier relations and procurement at a strategic level, you will obtain the best value for goods and services for the organization in support of Canadian Blood Services’ strategic goals. You are responsible for ensuring the timely and effective procurement of relevant commodity groups and establishing agreements that enable the effectiveness of the Materials Management Buyers activities.
Key responsibilities include:
- Responsible for Requests for Proposals, contract negotiations, procurement strategic planning and building stronger supplier relations.
- Develops Procurement Strategies that deliver the best value and security of supply for goods and services in support of Canadian Blood Services’ strategic goals.
- Effectively manages Contract Compliance and Supplier Relationships to ensure the requirements of Canadian Blood Services are met.
- Delivers Strategic Procurement activities and services that ensure the procurement needs of the organization are met effectively, efficiently and deliver best value for money.
- Manages supply chain risk to mitigate supply disruptions.
- Performs work in accordance with the provisions of the Canadian Blood Services’ Corporate Health and Safety Policies and Procedures.
Education, Training, and Experience:
- Post-secondary level education in a relevant discipline from a recognized academic institution, preferably College Diploma in Business Administration or Material Management.
- Certified Supply Chain Management Professional designation, or equivalent, is required.
- A minimum of five years of procurement experience, including a minimum of three years of negotiation, contract management and competitive bidding experience, preferably in a GMP or other regulated environment.
- Knowledge in the medical supplies or pharmaceutical industry are a definite asset.
- An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.
Demonstrated Competencies, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- A detailed knowledge of the principles of procurement as they relate to RFP process and specification development.
- Experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred), Excel and MS Word are definite assets.
- Proven techniques in procurement strategy development, contract management, negotiating, consulting, cost-benefit analysis, market research and managing the Request for Proposal Process.
- Excellent writing, communication and presentation skills.
- Project management skills are an asset.
Benefits
- Competitive base salary range starting at $63,000
- Annual Performance Award up to 6%
- Flexible work-from-home schedule
- Benefits and Choice of contributory or defined benefits pension plan
- Employee discounts, wellness programs and professional advancement opportunities
- Collaborative team environment
Diversity and inclusion play a vital role in ensuring health equity for patients across Canada. We are committed to reflecting Canada’s population in our organization and fostering an environment where all employees can be their authentic selves, with equal opportunities to succeed and contribute.
If this role resonates with you, we encourage you to apply! This could be your first step towards a meaningful and inspiring career. Come to work each day knowing that you save lives.
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those considered for an interview or those invited to participate in an assessment (such as testing) will be contacted. Applicants who require accommodation should discuss their needs with us.
Expected salary: $63600 – 75525 per year
Location: Ottawa, ON
Job date: Fri, 06 Aug 2021 05:31:51 GMT
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