Procurement Specialist

Job Title: Procurement Specialist (Non-IT) – Senior Duration: 5 months (Maximum Extension Term: 6 months) Location: Edmonton, AB (Onsite) 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 RFxs 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 the Government of Alberta 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 QUALIFICATIONS : Must Have Soft Skills Clear verbal and written communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group.

Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize work. The ability to work on multiple projects at one time and to prioritize tasks. Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy.

Work Experience Experience in public sector procurement processes including an understanding of trade agreements and competitive bid law. Experience using Microsoft Office Suite tools. Nice to Have Professional Licenses/Certification Completion of SCMP or other equivalent courses and associated certificates.

Technical Skills Experience with trade agreements, Financial Administration Act, Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, Public Works Act. Work Experience Experience using ERP systems such as SAP Experience with tender systems (E-bidding).