Senior Procurement Specialist - 1 FT

Job summary

The Senior Procurement Specialist manages the procurement of complex goods and services by collaborating with stakeholders to define requirements and scopes of work. They are responsible for preparing RFXs, negotiating agreements, and ensuring compliance with organizational policies and purchasing laws.

Job details

This position supports organizational excellence, and efficient use of resources, by managing and supporting the procurement of specialized/complex commodities of goods and services for Central Office, Casino Sites and Casino Development Projects. The Senior Procurement Specialist will work with key stakeholders in order to understand their requirements, compile specifications, define scopes of work, facilitate vendor selection and negotiate agreements. This position will review and analyze requests for goods and services including detailed specifications and confer with the originator and Manager of Acquisitions to eliminate ambiguities and to maximize efficiency in terms of price, delivery and technical suitability of services and equipment. RESPONSIBILITIES Managing and preparing RFXs (RFP, ITT, RFQ, RFI, RFPQ) for goods and services, from draft to finalized document, in compliance with SIGA policies and purchasing law requirements. Serving as Acting Manager of Acquisitions as required. Conducting research on products or services required by requestor in specifically assigned commodities, ensuring value for money spent. Supporting procurement initiatives that increase the percentage of First Nations and local suppliers. Participating in other projects and activities as assigned by the Director of Procurement and Manager of Acquisitions. QUALIFICATIONS Successful completion of the Supply Chain Management Professional (S.C.M.P.) Designation, Business Administration Diploma or a combination of relevant education, training and/or experience. Five years direct public or private purchasing experience of gaming commodities, construction projects, IT hardware & software, mechanical, electric, plumbing, HVAC, Related trades, as well as a very diverse range of commodities and professional services. Two years' experience working with procurement Contracts. Knowledge of markets, suppliers, provincial regulations, logistics, transportation. Knowledge of Canadian Procurement Law, Interprovincial trade agreements, Importing and Broker processes, and ERP procurement applications. Why SIGA? > SIGA is a First Nation employer of choice in the province, with a focus on > quality of life and an inclusive work environment that embodies a strong sense > of belonging for employees. As a non-profit, 100% of our net income goes back > to our communities. Since our inception more than 30 years ago, SIGA has > returned $1.9 billion back to our beneficiaries. > For the third consecutive year, SIGA is proud to be named a Saskatchewan Top > Employer by Canada’s Top 100 Employers. Now in its 21st year, Saskatchewan’s > Top Employers is a special designation that recognizes employers that lead > their industries in offering exceptional places to work. Work Eligibility? > To be employed with SIGA, you must meet the following criteria: > > * At least 19 years of age > * Ability to obtain and maintain a Gaming Employee Certificate of > Registration from the Saskatchewan Liquor Gaming Authority / Indigenous > Gaming Regulators > * You must be legally entitled to work in Canada Additional Information > We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for > an interview will be contacted. > For more information regarding this competition, or if you require an > accommodation or support, please contact the Talent Acquisition Team at > talentacquisition@siga.sk.ca > Applicants should note that SIGA does not currently participate in the > Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) for this type of position and > will not support a SINP Job Approval. Apply today! > Once employed with SIGA there are many opportunities for learning, growth and > advancement throughout the company. We take great pride in being a preferred > employer and aspire to attract the very best and very brightest to become part > of our family. We look forward to reviewing your application.

What you’ll do

The Senior Procurement Specialist manages the procurement of complex goods and services by collaborating with stakeholders to define requirements and scopes of work. They are responsible for preparing RFXs, negotiating agreements, and ensuring compliance with organizational policies and purchasing laws.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a professional designation like S.C.M.P. or a Business Administration diploma along with at least five years of direct purchasing experience. Proficiency in procurement contracts, Canadian procurement law, and ERP applications is required, along with the ability to obtain a Gaming Employee Certificate.

Benefits

• Inclusive work environment
• Professional development opportunities
• Career advancement opportunities

Listed skills

• ERP systems · Preferred
• Supply chain management · Preferred
• Data analysis · Preferred
• Compliance · Preferred
• Logistics · Preferred
• Project management · Preferred
• Stakeholder Management · Preferred
• Procurement · Preferred
• Contract Negotiation · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Procurement
• Contract negotiation
• Vendor selection
• Supply chain management
• RFX management
• Strategic sourcing
• Project management
• Data analysis
• Stakeholder management
• Logistics
• Canadian procurement law
• ERP systems
• Budget management
• Technical specifications
• Compliance
• Workplace Inclusivity
• Research
• HVAC
• Construction
• Business Administration
• Plumbing
• Purchasing
• Request For Proposal
• Supply Chain Management

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Logistics
• Management & Leadership
• Construction
• Government & Public Sector
• Procurement Specialist
• Procurement / Sourcing Specialist
• Buyers
• Purchasing Agents, Except Wholesale, Retail, and Farm Products
• Buyers and Purchasing Agents

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