Procurement Officer

TL;DR

Procurement Officer (Supply Management): Managing end-to-end procurement activities for the Okanagan campus with an accent on RFx processes, contract negotiation, and compliance with public sector regulations. Focus on providing expert guidance to faculty and staff, optimizing supply chain operations, and ensuring cost-effective procurement strategies.

Location: Must be based in Kelowna, BC, Canada (Onsite at hirify.global Okanagan Campus)

Salary: $6,251.00 - $8,986.00 CAD Monthly

Company

The University of British Columbia is a global center for research, teaching, and learning, consistently ranked among the top public universities in the world.

What you will do

• Facilitate and lead RFx and Direct Award processes in compliance with trade agreements and university policies.
• Negotiate and award contracts, identifying and advising on potential risks to stakeholders.
• Provide expert procurement guidance to faculty, staff, and research grant holders.
• Contribute to category management activities, including strategic sourcing and supplier performance analysis.
• Maintain accurate records of solicitations, purchases, and contracts within document repositories.
• Collaborate with Financial Operations teams in Vancouver to ensure consistent procurement practices.

Requirements

• University degree in a relevant discipline.
• Minimum of three years of direct procurement experience, specifically with RFx/tendering processes.
• Ability to work onsite at the hirify.global Okanagan Campus in Kelowna, BC.
• Strong knowledge of contract terminology and risk assessment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a focus on customer support.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple procurement projects within turnaround KPIs.

Nice to have

• National Institute of Supply Chain Leaders or SCMA designation.
• Experience with ERP systems (Workday) and eProcurement software (Bonfire, BCBid).
• Public sector purchasing experience.
• Experience in a construction environment and familiarity with CCDC contracts.

Culture & Benefits

• Commitment to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion.
• Opportunity to work in a leading academic and research environment.
• Professional development and collaborative team culture.
• Standard university staff benefits and support.