###Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Red Deer Polytechnic (RDP) is committed to ensuring the safety of staff, learners and visitors to campus and requires all employees in this position to provide a satisfactory Check in accordance with the Polytechnic’s Criminal Record Check Policy prior to the start of their employment. The check must be dated no more than 90 days prior to your start date. Note that this position is not eligible for benefits, however an additional 15% of the hourly rate in lieu of the vacation, statutory holidays and benefits will be offered.

##Posting Details

Position Information

Position Title

Procurement Specialist – Term Certain

Position Summary

Are you a procurement professional looking for a challenging position, either part-time or a full time, within public procurement? Do you thrive on working in a dynamic and fast-paced environment? If so, we invite you to join our procurement team either in person or remotely. Reporting to the Procurement Coordinator, the Procurement Specialist position works collaboratively withing the Procure to Pay team and across schools and divisions at Red Deer Polytechnic to provide expert advice and service in all aspects of procurement in support of institutional operations, including

• Sourcing and solicitation,

• Contract administration, and

• Providing leadership and direct support to school and department buyers.

Position Responsibilities

As a Procurement Specialist, you will

• Establish and maintain efficient communication channels with the department buyers to ensure sound and compliant purchasing decisions are made across the organization

• Manage end-to-end competitive bid process, including contract negotiation and drafting

• Champion compliance as a key procurement risk mitigation strategy

• Assist client schools and departments with sourcing, including preparing and evaluating responses to requests for quotes

• Review and process purchase orders, change orders, standing orders and other means of procurement

• Monitor and maintain the list of corporate contracts (such as office supplies, for example) and provide – to the extent possible – support to the clients schools/departments in procuring products through these contracts

• Work closely with the Contracts, Risk and Insurance team with monitoring and arranging contract renewals and amendments

• Document and maintain procurement records

• Interpret and ensure compliance with the trade agreements, legislation, contract law, policies and procedures

• Participate in other work related projects

• Adhere to professional standards and ethics

Required Qualifications

• Diploma in Business or Supply Chain Management

• Two to three years of experience in procurement, preferably in public sector

• Member of the Supply Chain Management Association

• Criminal record check required

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience working in public procurement or working in a post-secondary environment considered an asset

• Supply Chain Management Professional designation or Public Procurement Certificate considered an asset

• Ability to operate and lead in high stress and peak volume cycles

• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders

• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills

• Strong consultative and collaborative skills

• Knowledge and understanding of public procurement, trade agreements, procurement law and legislation

• Solid computer skills in MS Office applications with the emphasis on Word and Excel

• Ability to lead/facilitate meetings with internal and external stakeholders

Salary or Hourly?

Hourly

Salary

$36.70 to $ 42.94 per hour

Benefits and Compensation Information

An additional 15% of the hourly rate in lieu of vacation, statutory
holidays and benefits.

About Red Deer Polytechnic

Focused on advancing the economic and social priorities of Alberta,Red Deer Polytechnic(RDP) provides more than 100 industry-relevant credit and non-credit programs to approximately 11,000 credit, non-credit and apprenticeship students. With modern teaching and learning spaces, and state-of-the-art research and innovation centres, RDP provides education and applied research opportunities in partnership with industry and communities.

Red Deer Polytechnic’s main campus is located on Treaty 7, Treaty 6 and Métis ancestral lands. This is where we will strive to honour and transform our relationships with one another.

Whatever brings you to Red Deer Polytechnic, we are glad you are here. And we look forward to having you as a valued member of ourpolytechnic community****.

Posting Detail Information

Competition Number

2026-A-046

Employment Type

Term-Certain Full-Time

Number of Vacancies

1

Desired Start Date

04/01/2026

Position End Date (if term-certain)

12/23/2027

FTE

1.0

Hours of Work

8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week

Open Date

03/24/2026

Close Date

03/28/2026

Open Until Filled

Note to Applicant

Red Deer Polytechnic fosters an inclusive learning and working environment where everyone can bring their full selves and share their unique talents. We are committed to being responsive to the evolving needs and expectations of our diverse community.

At RDP, we are committed to a merit-based hiring process, and we believe in an inclusive workplace that is fair, equitable, supportive, welcoming and respectful. We recognize, value, and leverage differences in identities, abilities, background, cultures, skills, experiences, and perspectives. Our practices are guided by the principles of the Alberta Human Rights Act and support the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada’s Calls to Action. If you believe you have the skills and equivalent experience and potential to contribute to this role, we encourage you to apply

Red Deer Polytechnic will provide job applicants with accommodations in accordance with the Alberta Human Rights Code. To request an accommodation, please contactPeopleandculture@rdpolytech.ca.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Red Deer Polytechnic (RDP) is committed to ensuring the safety of staff, learners and visitors to campus and requires all employees in this position to provide a satisfactory Check in accordance with the Polytechnic’s Criminal Record Check Policy prior to the start of their employment. The check must be dated no more than 90 days prior to your start date. Note that this position is not eligible for benefits, however an additional 15% of the hourly rate in lieu of the vacation, statutory holidays and benefits will be offered.

Required Documents

• Cover Letter

• Resume

Optional Documents