Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Completion of a related post-secondary degree (Supply Chain Management or Business Administration preferred).
- 5-8 years of experience in public procurement, contract management
- Designation or progress toward attaining a procurement professional designation (NIGP-CPP, CPPB etc) would be considered an asset.
- Requires a high degree of initiative, professionalism, time management skills and use of professional judgment.
- Proven ability to work effectively independently handling competing priorities in a team environment.
- Strong understanding of public procurement and contract law, non-contract A tendering paradigm, Canadian public sector trade agreements (CFTA, CETA, NWPTA) and public procurement best practices.
- Exceptional communication skills for conveying complex information, create and facilitate presentations to diverse audiences, internally, vendors, members, professional associations.
- High proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, Adobe suite, artificial intelligence tools, CRM systems and e-procurement systems.
- Excellent negotiation, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
- High attention to detail regarding tender compliance, solicitation and contract language.
Contacts
Works alongside the Procurement Manager, the Supplier Relations team, the Member Relation team, the legal teams as well as other employees the organization.
The RMA is an equal opportunity employer. Any applicant that meets the qualifications above is encouraged to apply. Priority will be given to those already legally entitled to work in Canada.
To apply, please send a resume and cover letter in PDF format outlining how you meet the above qualification requirements, to the attention of Janelle Lopushinsky at Janelle@RMAlberta.com. This posting will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.
We thank all applicants, but due to the high volume of responses expected, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.
