Procurement Specialist

Job Title: Procurement Specialist

Job Description

Our client is committed to a diverse and inclusive public service that reflects the population we serve to best meet the needs of Albertans. Consider joining a team where diversity, inclusion, and innovation are valued and supported.

The Procurement Services branch works towards our client's efforts for efficient, open, and transparent procurement.

Description

Candidate will refine identified business and technical requirements and translate those into the RFx solicitation documents as required. Candidate may also be involved in the upfront planning of how a project will be delivered.

Solicitation Document Preparation

• Support development of a strategy for procurement preparation based upon project goals and criteria.

• Refine identified business and technical requirements.

• Preparation of RFx and draft review documents.

• Identify any subprojects where separate procurement may be required to acquire specific vendor services.

• Assist the Department in providing RFx interpretations to vendors by developing written responses to questions.

Evaluation Debrief

• Prepare RFx selection methodologies, evaluation plans, evaluation criteria, mandatory evaluation schedules, and final award recommendations.

• Review vendor proposals for quality, accuracy, and adherence to required standards.

• Creation of supporting project documentation as per the guidelines of our client's procurement policy.

• Assist in debriefing unsuccessful vendors.

Contract Execution Post RFx activities

• Assist the Department in finalizing contracts with recommended vendors.

• Conduct post-procurement reviews and vendor evaluations, lessons learned.

• Prepare evaluation reports and procurement recommendations for Department reviews and signoffs.

Project Management

• Plan, coordinate, and prepare controlling documentation for procurement plans and processes.

• Develop effective communications processes to ensure adequate project progress and issue reporting to all participants and stakeholders.

• Plan and coordinate procurement activities including financial estimate, business, technical requirements, and contracting options.

• Additional procurement-related responsibilities as required by the Procurement Manager.

Additional Notes

• This is an onsite role.

• Standard Hours of work are 08:15 - 16:30 Alberta time, Monday through Friday, excluding holidays observed by the Province.

• This is a new contracting opportunity.

• Standard Background check required.

• Mandatory Training Courses: Once contracted, the Contingent Resource will be required to complete all mandatory training which includes but is not limited to Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and Security awareness training.

• Interviews are estimated to start from Oct 8 to 11th. This is an estimate only.

MUST HAVE Hard Skills

• Experience in public sector procurement processes including an understanding of trade (6 years)

• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite tools (3 years)

Soft Skills

• Clear verbal and written communication skills and the ability to interact professionally

• Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize work

• Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy

Job Type

This is a contract position with a duration of 5 Month(s).

Work Site

This is a fully on-site position in Edmonton, Alberta.

Work Environment

This is an onsite role. Standard Hours of work are 08:15 - 16:30 Alberta time, Monday through Friday, excluding holidays observed by the Province.

À propos d'Aston Carter:

Aston Carter fournit des solutions de talent de classe mondiale à des milliers de clients à travers le monde. Spécialisés dans la comptabilité, la finance, les ressources humaines, l'acquisition de talents, la chaîne d'approvisionnement et certaines professions administratives, nous étendons les capacités des entreprises à la pointe de l'industrie. Nous nous appuyons sur notre profonde expertise en matière de recrutement et sur notre réseau expansif pour répondre aux besoins évolutifs de nos clients et de notre communauté de talents avec agilité et excellence. Avec des bureaux aux États-Unis, au Canada, en Asie-Pacifique et en Europe, Aston Carter est au service d'un grand nombre d'entreprises du Fortune 500. Nous sommes fiers d'avoir remporté le double diamant ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® pour notre service aux clients et aux talents.

La diversité, l'équité et l'inclusion

Chez Aston Carter, la diversité et l'inclusion constituent le pont vers l'équité et la réussite de notre personnel. La diversité, l'équité et l'inclusion (DE&I) sont ancrées dans notre culture par :

• L'embauche des talents diversifiés ;

• Le maintien d'un environnement inclusif par une autoréflexion permanente ;

• La mise en place d'une culture de soin, d'engagement, et de reconnaissance par des résultats concrets ;

• L'assurance des opportunités de croissance pour nos gens.

Aston Carter est un employeur souscrivant au principe de l'égalité des chances et accepte toutes les candidatures sans tenir compte de la race, du sexe, de l'âge, de la couleur, de la religion, des origines nationales, du statut d'ancien combattant, d'un handicap, de l'orientation sexuelle, de l'identité sexuelle, des renseignements génétiques ou de toute autre caractéristique protégée par la loi.

Si vous souhaitez faire une demande d'accommodement raisonnable, tel que la modification ou l'ajustement du processus de demande d'emploi ou d'entrevue à cause d'un handicap, veuillez envoyer un courriel à ~~~ (~~~) pour connaître d'autres options d'accommodement.

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent

• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email ~~~ (~~~) for other accommodation options.