Procurement Coordinator

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What you will do
Reporting to the Director, Procurement Services,the Procurement Coordinator is responsible to analyze, advise, coordinate, and deliver a broad range of procurement and contracting activities. As the first point of contact, you are well acquainted on the Bank’s Procurement policies and guidelines in order to liaise, troubleshoot and recommend solutions that will assist with decision-making, governance, and implementation of Bank procurements.

You will provide timely advice and information to Bank stakeholders to address day-to-day general inquiries, requisition and approval workflows, sourcing provisions, and other operational requirements. In addition, you will undertake the initial review, analysis and follow-up of all single and sole source requests to ensure quality, completeness and compliancy as well as recommend justifications for final approval. You are a key contributor to innovation with your team members and other stakeholders to advance continuous improvement and strategic roadmap initiatives.

In addition, you will:

• analyze, evaluate and process standard purchase orders and vendor transactions using the Bank’s SAP system
• coordinate various activities related to the Bank’s digital P-Card program.
• undertake standard data analysis, reporting, metrics and audit activities to support risk management as well as enterprise oversight / disclosure requirements.
• coordinate schedules, agendas, and inputs for Procurement team activities.
• provide training to Bank Departments on P-Card activities and on various procurement processes as needed.

What you need to succeed
We are looking for an effective communicator who can prepare written responses and answer complex questions and that has the ability to understand user requirements and support clients and team in transposing them into the appropriate documentation and reporting. You are a critical thinker and have the ability to identify needs, define analysis to be performed, and make recommendations to move forward. Your strong organizational skills enable you to work under pressure and work in a multi-faceted environment with competing priorities, project and contract demands, and multiple stakeholders. As a team player, you have the ability to collaborate with various stakeholders and provide technical guidance and coaching to colleagues.

You have knowledge and experience with operational processes and software (i.e. MS Office, MS PowerPoint, MS Excel, SAP, Sharepoint) as well as analysis, tracking, interpretation and/or administration of data.

Your education and experience
The position requires a post secondary education in a related field and 1-2 years of experience in an operational role. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Language requirement
The Bank’s work environment is conducive to the use of both of Canada’s official languages - English and French. The position language requirement is Level 5 (Fully Functional). If a qualified candidate who meets the language requirement of the position is not found, a qualified candidate who does not meet the language requirement may be considered. Training may be provided to help reach the required level. Both bilingual and unilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

What you need to know

• • Priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents
  • Security level required: Be eligible to obtain Reliability
  • There will be no relocation assistance provided
  • Please save a copy of the job poster. Once the closing date has passed, it will no longer be available.

Hybrid Work Model

The Bank offers work arrangements that provide employees with flexibility, enable high-performing teams, and support an excellent workplace culture. Most employees can telework from home for a portion of each month as part of the Bank’s hybrid work model, and they are expected on site at the Bank location a minimum of 12 days per month to help build connections between colleagues. You must live in Canada, and within reasonable commuting distance of the office.

What you can expect from us
This is a great opportunity to join a leading organization and be part of a high-performing team. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet your needs at every stage of your life and career. For more information on key benefits please visit A great deal to consider.

• • Salaries are based on qualifications and experience and typically range from $72,070 to $84,788 (job grade 14)
  • The Bank offers an incentive for successfully meeting expectations at 5 to 7% of your base salary. The Bank offers additional performance pay (3%) for those who exceed expectations. Exceptional performers who far exceed expectations may be eligible for higher performance pay.
  • Flexible and comprehensive benefits so you can choose the level of health and dental coverage that meets your needs
  • Extra vacation days (up to five each year) that you can purchase to add to your vacation entitlement
  • Option to join the indexed, defined-benefit pension plan after 24 consecutive months of service

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.