About this role
Education: Bachelor's degree. Work setting: Private sector. Water and waste treatment utilities. 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. Establish delivery schedules. Monitor progress of delivery schedules. Contact clients and suppliers to resolve problems. Plan, organize and oversee operational logistics of the organization. Provide customer service. Schedule transportation conveyances. Review bids and negotiate costs. Negotiate for services and preferential rates. Prepare contract documents and evaluate tenders. Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses : Membership in the Supply Chain Management Association of Canada. Computer and technology knowledge: MS Office. Quick Books. Database management. MS Excel. MS Outlook. SharePoint. SAP BI BusinessObjects. Area of work experience: Purchasing, procurement and contracts. Type of industry experience: Water treatment and waste management. Area of specialization: Industrial. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Work under pressure. Tight deadlines. Personal suitability: Excellent written communication. Organized. Team player. Time management. Ability to multitask. Employment terms options: Evening. Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years. Employment terms options: Morning. Day. Overtime required. Workplace information: Hybrid. Health benefits: Health care plan. Paramedical services coverage. Financial benefits: Bonus. Group insurance benefits. Other benefits: Team building opportunities.