Procurement Specialist

Location: Multiple Saskatchewan Polytechnic campuses (Saskatoon, Moose Jaw, Regina, Prince Albert, Administrative Offices). Full‑time, regulated 36‑hour week (5/4 work pattern). Posting opened 09/09/2026, closing 09/18/2026.

Responsibilities

• Lead competitive sourcing activities and guide the organization through all public/market competitive processes from needs recognition, development, evaluation to contract execution.
• Conduct negotiations between Saskatchewan Polytechnic and vendors/suppliers.
• Influence efficiencies through standardization by understanding business requirements and demand patterns.
• Liaise with spend‑analysis personnel and strategically source opportunities identified through analysis.
• Resolve discrepancies between internal and external stakeholders on contract compliance.
• Minimize supply‑chain risk through transparency, thoroughness, and a standardized competitive‑sourcing process while accounting for project‑specific idiosyncrasies.
• Provide guidance on trade‑agreement obligations to internal stakeholders.
• Lead and facilitate cross‑functional teams on strategic projects; supervise and oversee competitive projects.
• Participate in and lead strategic initiatives as required.
• Manage supplier relationships and ensure internal client satisfaction.
• Maintain excellent verbal and written communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure vendors/suppliers meet contract expectations.

Qualifications

• Post‑secondary diploma in business, accounting, commerce, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) designation or NIGP Certified Procurement Professional certification (or willingness to obtain).
• 3–6 years of procurement experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), cloud solutions, and enterprise‑resource‑planning (ERP) systems.
• Working knowledge of contract law.
• Understanding of financial principles (accounting standards, budgeting, analysis) and strong administrative skills.
• Strong analytical and negotiating abilities.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to problem‑solve under deadline pressures and competing priorities.
• Capability to work independently and as part of a team with minimal supervision.
• Commitment to valuing diversity.

Pay

Salary range: $2,736.69 – $3,268.96 bi‑weekly.

Schedule

Regulated 36‑hour work week (5/4 work pattern), full‑time.