Procurement Coordinator

What you will do

• Develops and administers procurement-related policies, administrative directives and procedures, ensuring adherence to applicable legislation.
• Establishes appropriate corporate processes and provides guidance to support effective procurement practices across the organization.
• Collaborates with all County departments; externally with suppliers, industry associations and peer organizations to develop procurement practices and business processes.
• Centrally coordinates and counsels the organization on purchasing programs, (i.e.: corporate credit cards and gas cards) contracts, request for proposals, request for quotes and tenders to identify and mitigate any risks or liabilities to Leduc County.
• Reviews solicitations for competitive reviews for adherence to legislation and internal processes.
• Analyzes and researches historical procurement information to identify opportunities for preferred suppliers, volume purchasing, discounts, preferred payment terms, and extended warranties.
• Communicates, trains and mentors staff on procurement processes to ensure that consistency and compliance is achieved across the organization.
• Develops and monitors performance metrics for the procurement function.
• Plans and implements projects that fall within the procurement service area.
• Researches and carries out special projects, studies and reports as assigned.
• Strives to continually enhance the quality and delivery of services through efficiencies and innovation.
• Adheres to guidelines as set out in Leduc County’s policies and administrative directives.
• Accountable for working in compliance with the Alberta Occupational Health and Safety Act, Regulation and Code and participation in the Health, Safety and Wellness Program.

Performs related duties as required.