Purchasing Services Buyer

Purchasing Central ServicesOne (1) Full-time position35 Hours per weekReporting to the Manager of Purchasing and Central Services, the successful applicant will be a key part of the DSBN’s Purchasing and Central Services team that provides reliable goods and services in a cost-effective timely manner with exceptional customer service. The Purchasing Services Buyer will be responsible for a variety of duties including the administration of contracts (determination of contract terms, conditions and specifications); facilitate the evaluation process; prepare, review and analyze bid awards; conduct vendor debriefs; determine appropriate clauses to be included in bid documents; and monitor vendor performance.Duties Duties include but are not limited to:Responsible for the procurement of assigned goods and servicesProvide customer support for internal customers and external suppliersProcess and follow-up of purchase requisitionsPrepare and issue Requests for Proposals, Supplier Qualifications, Tenders, and QuotesEvaluate competitive bids in compliance with established Ministry and DSBN policies and proceduresReview and update contract management schedule and advise business of upcoming renewalsResolve internal customer and vendor issuesRegular review of Open Purchase Order reportOther duties assigned by the Manager, or Coordinator of Purchasing and Central ServicesParticipation in NIGP and OPBA courses and meetings is encouragedProvide guidance to internal customers on DSBN Purchasing Policy and ProcedureQualifications and Experience:A minimum of 2 years buying experience (ie. Independently prepare, issue, evaluate & award contracts, subject to Coordinator approval) in a computerized purchasing environment is required, preferably in the public sectorEnrollment or agreement upon hire to enroll in OPBA Principles Certificate Program is requiredWorking towards a designation or certification from a professional purchasing program (CPPB, CPPO, CPP designation or equivalent) is an assetComputer skills (Adobe Reader Writer, Microsoft Suite, accounting and financial applications and other appropriate software packages.)Demonstrated knowledge of purchasing principles, practices and techniquesExcellent written and oral communication skillsAbility to organize and prioritize work in an environment subject to changing deadlinesKnowledge of relevant legislation regulations and acts as it relates to the Education environment is an assetProvision of a satisfactory Police Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check from the last 6 months (or ability to obtain one) is a condition of employment.To fully assess your qualifications, a resume is necessary. Please ensure a current updated resume (plus cover letter), outlining your experience and qualifications, is posted to your account. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.Reason for Posting: Vacancy.The District School Board of Niagara is committed to equity and inclusion in the recruitment and hiring of it’s employees, who reflect the diversity of our community and students we serve. We encourage and welcome submissions from candidates from diverse backgrounds to build a supportive and inclusive workplace. DSBN welcomes applications from: Indigenous peoples, members of visible minorities, women, persons with visible and non-visible disabilities, persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. The DSBN is committed to “Achieving Success Together” and recognizes that increasing the diversity of its workforce supports this objective.DSBN will make interview and employment accommodations during the selection process, based on any of the human rights protected grounds. Please notify us in advance and we will work with you to meet your needs. Applicants are thanked for making known their interest in working for the District School Board of Niagara. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.Land AcknowledgementThe land on which we gather is the traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee and Anishinaabe peoples, many of whom continue to live and work here today. This territory is covered by the Upper Canada Treaties and is within the land protected by the Dish with One Spoon Wampum agreement. Today this gathering place is home to many First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples and acknowledging this reminds us that our great standard of living is directly related to the resources and friendship of Indigenous people.