Junior Buyer – Purchasing & Administrative Services

Junior Buyer – Purchasing and Administrative Services (Technical & Resource Support

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Department: Purchasing/Finance Division
Salary: $65,993.00 + extensive benefits and municipal pension
Hours: 7 hours per day, Monday-Friday
Location: 100% in-person at the VSB Education Centre (1580 West Broadway)

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• Provide buyer duties for the Department
• Manage the procurement process for standardized equipment, supplies and services for the best value to the Board
• Prepare non-technical and general specifications for bid documents, analyses with written supporting documentation and reports and recommend best value
• Determine sources of supply from Purchasing information and the marketplace
• Award routine purchases, track orders, solve problems and expedite as necessary
• Refer difficult product comparisons or long‑term purchases to senior buyer positions or supervisor for decision making and assist senior buyers with research and historical information
• Maintain varied records of purchasing statistics, descriptive lists, work‑in‑progress, scheduled and completed files, etc.
• Ensure accuracy of all information, documentation and processes
• Keep up to date on market conditions, price trends, and bring unusual matters or developing price trends to the attention of supervisor with supporting analysis and recommendations
• Provide technical and resources support to the Division
• Perform other duties within the job band as assigned

• Completion of grade 12 plus completion of the Supply Management Training (SMT) program offered by the Supply Chain Management Association (SCMA) of Canada or equivalent supply chain education offered by a recognized educational institution or supply chain association
• Minimum of 2 years related procurement experience
• Good knowledge of modern purchasing methods and principles, regulations, policies and procedures
• Ability to evaluate quality, price and suitability of goods
• Candidates must possess sound judgement, independent decision‑making, problem solving and strong communication skills
• Proficiency in Enterprise Resource Program (ERP) system and Microsoft Word and Excel
• Professional public procurement is an asset

• Cover letter
• Resume
• Three (3) Professional References – names, email addresses and phone numbers of your last direct supervisors/managers (contacted with your prior approval)
• A copy of your Work Permit (if you are not a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident)

The base salary for this position is $65,993.00 plus a comprehensive benefits package, including Municipal Pension Plan, Vancouver Employee Savings Plan, Extended Health, Dental, Group Life, Long Term Disability, Vacation and Gratuity Days.