We are currently seeking a Contracts Advisor to join our team.

The Contracts Advisor is responsible for the management of third-party contracts to ensure compliance with First West’s policies and guidelines. The Contracts Advisor facilitates the contract process by working with various business units across First West. In addition, this role will be responsible for assisting with various sourcing initiatives such as RFIs, RFQs, and RFPs. The Contracts Advisor assists the Manager, Procurement and Contracts in conducting reviews, preparing reports, and making recommendations.

Accountabilities

• Contract Management : Assists and supports procurement initiatives, contract negotiations and contract management in accordance with First West policies and guidelines, including drafting contract language according to precedent; researching and obtaining information and materials required from a variety of sources; independently or working with departments to negotiate satisfactory price discounts, terms, delivery methods, dates, and related items.

• Sourcing Initiatives: Participates in sourcing initiatives such as RFIs, RFQs, and RFPs, as required. Responsibilities may include drafting and reviewing related documents, scheduling meetings, ensuring due diligence checks, and coordinating with potential third parties during such initiatives.

• Materiality Assessments: Collaborates with various business units to ensure third-party materiality assessments are completed, or updated, accordingly prior to contract execution .

• Administration: Maintains the organization-wide contract library by filing new contracts and related documents, as well as monitoring upcoming expiring contracts for renewal and/or termination.

• Reports: Prepares reports as requested and assists in making recommendations to various business units during the contract and/or sourcing processes.

Qualifications

• Diploma in a related field or combination of experience and education required; bachelor’s degree preferred
• SCMP, PMP, or related designation preferred
• 2-3 years experience in a commercial environment with some related experience in purchasing/contract management or an equivalent combination of education and experience required
• Experience conducting negotiations for the provision of third-party goods/services, managing and reviewing contracts and working in cross-functional teams is an asset

Competencies

• Strong relationship building skills with internal and external contacts at various levels within the organization and across a variety of disciplines
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, creative problem solving, and conflict resolution skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and ability to present information in a clear and concise manner
• Strong organizational and work planning skills

Skills

• Experience conducting negotiations for the provision of third-party goods/services; managing and reviewing contracts
• Experience in sourcing initiatives such as RFIs, RFQs, and/or RFPs and working in cross-functional teams
• Proficient in Word, Excel spreadsheet and PowerPoint applications
• Mathematical sensibility, analytical ability, accuracy, and thoroughness

Risk Management

• Displays an understanding of risk and risk ownership by being able to demonstrate adherence to policies and procedures.

What’s in it for you:

First, we strive to make our team members feel genuinely rewarded. You’ll have:

• Mental health coverage and resources
• Customizable health benefits, as well as topped-up parental leave
• Performance-based compensation, employee banking advantages and group RRSP matching
• Vacation time and flexible work arrangements to support your lifestyle

We are committed to providing a fair, equitable, and competitive rewards package that reflects the value an individual brings to our organization. The compensation mentioned in this job posting should serve as a guide. The total cash compensation earned may vary based on a variety of factors including bonuses and/or incentives, an individual’s skills and experience, and may correlate with performance in the role.

We also provide and encourage opportunities for our employees to make a meaningful impact. After all, as a credit union we’re powered by giving back—in big ways and through small gestures. That's why we offer employees paid time off to volunteer, partner with thousands of local charities, build long-lasting relationships that help our members get ahead and commit to environmental, social and governance (ESG) practices.

By joining our team, you’ll be able to elevate your potential. Wherever your own purpose leads, we’re here to support you with award-winning in-house training programs, access to LinkedIn Learning, and reimbursement for external courses to help you get ahead.

Take the next step in your career as part of our team. Apply for this opportunity!

Candidates, please note: if you are being considered for this role, you will be required to complete a background check, such as employment verification, credit check and criminal record check.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging

At First West Credit Union, we embrace diversity regardless of gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, race, ethnicity, age, diverse ability, and any aspect that makes someone unique. Inclusion is woven through our organization, from our employee-led network groups, hiring practices and education programs that address barriers and continually grow our equitable, diverse and inclusive culture.

We encourage people who are from equity-deserving groups to apply for a career with us, including women or non-binary people, persons with diverse abilities, Black, Indigenous Peoples, People of Colour and members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.

If an accommodation would help you during the process of applying or interviewing for a career with us, please let us know how we can assist you, whether it’s preparing materials in an alternate format, booking an accessible meeting room or other arrangement.

Your individuality is welcome here.

About Us

We’re a financial cooperative that does things differently. We provide time-tested advice that helps our members feel optimistic about their future, and we offer comprehensive banking solutions that enable people to confidently reach their goals. With the financial strength and extended branch network of a large financial institution, we maintain local connections to our communities and take a unique grassroots approach to service. Our more than 250,000 members and approximately 1,250 employees operate from 45 branches throughout the province of BC, under the Envision Financial, Valley First, Island Savings and Enderby & District Financial brands. Visit firstwestcu.ca for more information on First West Credit Union.

Please know we appreciate your interest in us but only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.