Procurement Administrator, Services
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Job Description
Posted Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.
Boardwalk provides Canadians with a quality, comfortable, home living experience. We offer rental apartments and townhouses that come in a wide breadth of shapes, sizes and sets of amenities. We operate over 34,000 units across Alberta, British Columbia, Ontario, Saskatchewan, and Quebec.
Boardwalk recognizes our Associates as our most valuable asset. We are proud to provide these amazing benefits:
Competitive wages Access to on-demand pay – get your money as soon as you earned it through Dayforce Wallet Profit-sharing Flexible group medical and dental Fitness and Wellness reimbursement Training and Development allowance Group RRSP matching Up to 20% rental discounts, and more!
The Procurement Administrator supports procurement operations by sourcing and managing contractors and service providers for maintenance, renovation, and capital projects. This role obtains competitive quotes, negotiates pricing, ensures compliance with procurement policies and approval requirements, and manages purchase order issuance. The coordinator also supports day-to-day team operations by monitoring the shared procurement inbox, responding to inquiries, answering incoming calls, and providing administrative and operational support to internal stakeholders. The successful candidate will initially work closely with an experienced team member and, over time, may assume responsibility for their own portfolio while continuing to collaborate and provide cross-functional team support.
Responsibilities
Source, evaluate, and onboard contractors and service providers for maintenance, renovation, and capital projects. Obtain, review, and compare competitive quotes to ensure best value, quality, and service. Negotiate pricing, contract terms, and service levels to achieve cost savings and favorable outcomes. Follow established procurement processes, including obtaining approvals and issuing purchase orders in accordance with company policies. Utilize company systems and software for job management, procurement tracking, contract administration, and PO creation. Monitor and manage the shared procurement inbox, responding to inquiries and routing requests appropriately. Answer incoming calls and provide support to internal customers, contractors, and vendors. Provide administrative and operational support to the Procurement team, assisting with workload management and service delivery. Build and maintain strong relationships with contractors and vendors to ensure responsive and reliable service. Monitor contractor performance, quality of work, timelines, and budget adherence. Support project execution by coordinating with internal stakeholders, contractors, and property management teams. Track project costs, identify cost-saving opportunities, and support budget management. Ensure compliance with company standards, regulatory requirements, and contractual obligations. Maintain accurate records of quotes, contracts, purchase orders, invoices, and vendor documentation. Prepare reports and provide analysis on contractor performance, expenditures, and procurement activities. Potential to manage an assigned portfolio of properties, projects, categories, or service contracts while partnering with a colleague to provide operational support, workload balancing, coverage, and knowledge sharing. Identify opportunities to improve procurement processes, efficiencies, and vendor management practices. Assist with urgent and emergency service requests by coordinating contractor response as required.
Qualifications
Post-secondary education in Supply Chain, Business, Construction Management, or a related field preferred. Procurement, purchasing, contractor management, construction, or property management experience is an asset. Experience obtaining quotes, negotiating pricing, and managing vendor relationships. Strong customer service, communication, and organizational skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail. Knowledge of French is considered an asset.
Interested applicants are invited to submit a cover letter and resume. If applying for a location you do not currently reside in, please specify if you are planning to relocate and the approximate timeframe that you would be available to start work if an offer is presented.
We would like to thank you in advance for your application, however, only those candidates who are being considered will be contacted.
Offers of employment will be contingent on satisfactory Security Background Checks, Reference Checks, and Pre-employment Physical Testing where applicable.
About Boardwalk
At Boardwalk, we’re reinventing multi-family rental communities where the future is family ™ and where love always lives ™.
Our dedication to redefining excellence in apartment and townhome living means we’re continually exploring innovative ideas and pioneering new ways to serve our Resident Members and partners. To do this, we employ smart, compassionate and self-driven people, and we encourage them to tackle new ideas that make a big impact. A career with Boardwalk means discovering an environment rich with opportunities for growth and professional development. You’ll be challenged, celebrated, and part of something great.
Our team continues to draw inspiration from our early days, taking pride in who we are, what we do, and maintain the same solid values that have helped us successfully navigate through decades of growth and change. From our humble beginnings to expanding across the country, we’ve made some remarkable headway.
Together, our team is leading Boardwalk’s evolution.
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Procurement Administrator, Services
Top Benefits
About the role
Job Description
Posted Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.
Boardwalk provides Canadians with a quality, comfortable, home living experience. We offer rental apartments and townhouses that come in a wide breadth of shapes, sizes and sets of amenities. We operate over 34,000 units across Alberta, British Columbia, Ontario, Saskatchewan, and Quebec.
Boardwalk recognizes our Associates as our most valuable asset. We are proud to provide these amazing benefits:
Competitive wages Access to on-demand pay – get your money as soon as you earned it through Dayforce Wallet Profit-sharing Flexible group medical and dental Fitness and Wellness reimbursement Training and Development allowance Group RRSP matching Up to 20% rental discounts, and more!
The Procurement Administrator supports procurement operations by sourcing and managing contractors and service providers for maintenance, renovation, and capital projects. This role obtains competitive quotes, negotiates pricing, ensures compliance with procurement policies and approval requirements, and manages purchase order issuance. The coordinator also supports day-to-day team operations by monitoring the shared procurement inbox, responding to inquiries, answering incoming calls, and providing administrative and operational support to internal stakeholders. The successful candidate will initially work closely with an experienced team member and, over time, may assume responsibility for their own portfolio while continuing to collaborate and provide cross-functional team support.
Responsibilities
Source, evaluate, and onboard contractors and service providers for maintenance, renovation, and capital projects. Obtain, review, and compare competitive quotes to ensure best value, quality, and service. Negotiate pricing, contract terms, and service levels to achieve cost savings and favorable outcomes. Follow established procurement processes, including obtaining approvals and issuing purchase orders in accordance with company policies. Utilize company systems and software for job management, procurement tracking, contract administration, and PO creation. Monitor and manage the shared procurement inbox, responding to inquiries and routing requests appropriately. Answer incoming calls and provide support to internal customers, contractors, and vendors. Provide administrative and operational support to the Procurement team, assisting with workload management and service delivery. Build and maintain strong relationships with contractors and vendors to ensure responsive and reliable service. Monitor contractor performance, quality of work, timelines, and budget adherence. Support project execution by coordinating with internal stakeholders, contractors, and property management teams. Track project costs, identify cost-saving opportunities, and support budget management. Ensure compliance with company standards, regulatory requirements, and contractual obligations. Maintain accurate records of quotes, contracts, purchase orders, invoices, and vendor documentation. Prepare reports and provide analysis on contractor performance, expenditures, and procurement activities. Potential to manage an assigned portfolio of properties, projects, categories, or service contracts while partnering with a colleague to provide operational support, workload balancing, coverage, and knowledge sharing. Identify opportunities to improve procurement processes, efficiencies, and vendor management practices. Assist with urgent and emergency service requests by coordinating contractor response as required.
Qualifications
Post-secondary education in Supply Chain, Business, Construction Management, or a related field preferred. Procurement, purchasing, contractor management, construction, or property management experience is an asset. Experience obtaining quotes, negotiating pricing, and managing vendor relationships. Strong customer service, communication, and organizational skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail. Knowledge of French is considered an asset.
Interested applicants are invited to submit a cover letter and resume. If applying for a location you do not currently reside in, please specify if you are planning to relocate and the approximate timeframe that you would be available to start work if an offer is presented.
We would like to thank you in advance for your application, however, only those candidates who are being considered will be contacted.
Offers of employment will be contingent on satisfactory Security Background Checks, Reference Checks, and Pre-employment Physical Testing where applicable.
About Boardwalk
At Boardwalk, we’re reinventing multi-family rental communities where the future is family ™ and where love always lives ™.
Our dedication to redefining excellence in apartment and townhome living means we’re continually exploring innovative ideas and pioneering new ways to serve our Resident Members and partners. To do this, we employ smart, compassionate and self-driven people, and we encourage them to tackle new ideas that make a big impact. A career with Boardwalk means discovering an environment rich with opportunities for growth and professional development. You’ll be challenged, celebrated, and part of something great.
Our team continues to draw inspiration from our early days, taking pride in who we are, what we do, and maintain the same solid values that have helped us successfully navigate through decades of growth and change. From our humble beginnings to expanding across the country, we’ve made some remarkable headway.
Together, our team is leading Boardwalk’s evolution.