Procurement Administrator

Vancouver, BC
On-site
Posted Oct 8, 2026
1 position

$59,000–$74,000 / year

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Entry, Junior · 0+ years
Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree
Apply by: Oct 14, 2026
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The Procurement Administrator leads low to medium complexity competitive procurements and supports higher-risk initiatives by partnering with business units. They are responsible for conducting market research, managing supplier evaluations, and ensuring all procurement activities comply with public-sector policies and legislation.

Job details

At BC Pavilion Corporation (PavCo), we work to create unforgettable moments, world-class experiences and stronger connections to community, industry and culture. PavCo is the owner and operator of two of Canada’s premier venues for events, BC Place Stadium and the Vancouver Convention Centre. PavCo is hiring a Procurement Administrator to join our team. We’re looking for a procurement professional with a strong understanding of public-sector practices, trade agreements, and procurement processes. In this role, you’ll lead low to medium complexity procurements, conduct market research, work with internal stakeholders and suppliers, and provide practical procurement guidance. Working as part of the Procurement team, you’ll be responsible for routine and moderately complex assignments while ensuring processes are fair, transparent, competitive, and compliant with PavCo policies and public-sector requirements. You’ll also support higher-risk and specialized procurements with guidance from the team. WHAT YOU WILL DO: Lead low- to medium-complexity competitive procurements, including RFQs, RFIs, NOIs, routine RFPs, and contracts for goods and services. Partner with business units to develop scopes of work, evaluation criteria, solicitation documents, and procurement schedules. Coordinate supplier evaluations, prepare award recommendations, and support contract execution. Conduct market research and supplier outreach to identify sourcing options and support competitive procurement processes. Provide procurement guidance to internal stakeholders and suppliers, including requirements, timelines, and processes. Maintain awareness of applicable trade agreements, procurement policies, legislation, and industry best practices. Identify procurement risks and compliance considerations and escalate issues as appropriate. Support social procurement and sustainability objectives where applicable. Maintain effective relationships with internal stakeholders and suppliers while promoting fair, open, and transparent procurement practices. Ensure procurement files and documentation meet audit, policy, and record-retention requirements, and prepare reports, summaries, and recommendations. Support the Procurement Manager on complex, high-value, or strategic procurement initiatives. Deliver timely, high-quality procurement services in accordance with PavCo policies, government standards, contractual practices, and ethical requirements. WHAT YOU WILL BRING: University or post-secondary education in a relevant field, preferably in Business Administration. 1–3 years of experience managing competitive bids for goods, construction, and services-related procurement. Working knowledge of public-sector procurement practices, competitive bidding processes, and RFx development. Ability to apply procurement policies, procedures, and legislation accurately and consistently. Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills, with the ability to identify procurement risks and apply sound judgment. Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to work effectively with internal stakeholders and suppliers. Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office. Strong attention to detail and documentation. Demonstrated initiative, accountability, and diligence in follow-through. Collaborative, customer-focused, and team-friendly approach. The salary range for this position is $59,000 - $74,000 Offers will be in line with PavCo’s internal pay equity and qualified candidate’s experience and education. Salary discussion and overall compensation package will be presented during initial phone interviews. We Appreciate Your Interest in PavCo and This Position At PavCo, we are committed to building high-performance teams. Our selection process is thorough, and all candidate applications are reviewed. Should your qualifications and experience meet the requirements of this role, a member of our talent acquisition team will contact you. HOW TO APPLY: If you would like to be considered for this position, please submit your resume and cover letter by clicking on the ‘Apply Now’ button below before 5pm on Tuesday October 13, 2026. Please ensure you have discussed your interest in this position with your manager. *PavCo does not use artificial intelligence to screen or assess applications, all résumés are reviewed by a member of the Talent Acquisition team* We are proud to be a diverse organization. We welcome all eligible and qualified applicants to apply to join our team, regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, age, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetics, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Please note that we can only consider applicants who are eligible to work in Canada.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must have 1–3 years of experience in competitive bidding for goods, construction, and services, along with a post-secondary education in a relevant field. Strong analytical, communication, and documentation skills are required, as well as a working knowledge of public-sector procurement practices.