PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST (NOC- 12102)

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Purchase general and specialized equipment, materials or business services
• Assess requirements of an establishment to develop specifications for equipment, materials and supplies to be purchased
• Develop specifications for equipment, materials and supplies to be purchased
• Negotiate offers from suppliers
• Consult with suppliers
• Review quotations
• Determine contract terms and conditions
• Award contracts to appropriate parties
• Establish delivery schedules
• Monitor progress of delivery schedules
• Contact clients and suppliers to resolve problems
• Plan, organize and oversee operational logistics of the organization
• Develop extensive knowledge of construction material products, including production, distribution, and availability, as well as millwork, case goods, finishing materials, and furnishings.
• Queries vendors/suppliers on lead times and pricing in preparation for completing purchase orders.
• Ensure all purchase orders are placed and deliveries are verified.
•     Coordinate and manage logistics effectively to meet changing project schedules.
•    Follow up with vendors to address any discrepancies and resolves damage/loss issues with vendors, carriers and receiving locations.
•    Develop and implement strategic purchasing plans for current and future projects.
•   Maintain an up-to-date database of vendor contacts, compare suppliers, and identify new ones.
•   Conduct necessary background checks to grant vendors access to the company.
•   Ensure all purchased materials align with approved plans, specifications, drawings, and applicable building codes to maintain high-quality standards.
•   Perform general administrative and recordkeeping tasks, such as reviewing and distributing documentation, preparing correspondence and meeting minutes, and maintaining   files, logs, drawings, specifications, submittals, and RFIs.
•   Meet service expectations and standards in all interactions with customers, vendors, and team members, fostering strong relationships with suppliers and vendors, both   internal and external.
•  Demonstrate creativity, resourcefulness, proactivity, and innovation in work.
•   Streamline vendor distribution processes to construction sites.
•   Review vendor agreements and collaborate with other internal departments where possible to leverage synergies.
•   Identify and eliminate non-value-added processes and procedures.
•   Support creating procurement policies and procedures and take part in the creation of requirements for equipment, products, or other materials.
•   Support creating and maintaining a tracking system for material specifications and costs for construction material related to FF&E and other categories as needed.
•   Support brand development of projects with scope directly related to future construction projects.
•   Participate in strategic procurement initiatives, such as new product introductions and sourcing new strategic vendor partners.
•  Oversee training of new project buyers and support their growth and performance.
•  Support the growth and development of the company culture and professionally represent Northland Properties.
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Additional information

Transportation/travel information

• Public transportation is available

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Organized
• Team player
• Time management
• Flexibility
• Ability to multitask

Benefits

Benefits:

• • Extended family Health care, including vision, dental, and Group Life Insurance
  • Yearly bonus opportunities.
  • Retirement Saving Plan (RRSP) after a year of employment.
  • Employee discounts across the Northland-owned hotels and resorts.
  • 25% discount at selected restaurants for up to 6 people
  • HumanaCare free mental health support & counselling
  • Contribute to a unique construction model focused on teamwork and cooperation
  • Be a valued member of a team in an organization with unparalleled opportunities
  • Collaborative, friendly working environment with a fun and inclusive culture
• 5 days of paid sick leave per year as per BC employment standards.