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Position Summary
*** Note: Pay Range is based on 2023 Rates of Pay***
The Corporate Buyer provides purchasing support and expertise to City of Kingston staff for the purchase of materials, services and equipment.
KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Plan and schedule work in conjunction with the direction provided by the Purchasing Manager and in accordance with the purchasing requirements and priorities of the corporation
Support departments and divisions in the administration of procurement activities including the development of specifications, evaluation of submissions and application of corporate policy, procedures and trade treaty requirements
Responsible for the review of City procurement documents, where required (Tenders, Request for Proposals, Request for Information) and for the preparation of procurement documents with respect to standing purchase orders
Provide corporate support for FMS purchasing system queries including purchase requisitions, purchase orders, queries, and reports
Provide back-up to City purchasing agents
Support the procurement card program; Process applications and issue corporate credit cards, maintain and update cardholder listing, audit credit card statements to ensure compliance with policy and procedures, and report non-compliance issues to Manager, Purchasing
Manage the distribution of all procurement documents and addenda, including public advertising of procurement opportunities where required
Ensure proper approvals have been obtained, and that proper purchasing procedures/policies have been followed
Assist with administration of standing purchase orders, vendor pre-qualifications and roster development
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications, Competencies
2 year diploma in materials management or a business related program
Two (2) years’ experience in purchasing, preferably in a public or municipal sector organization
Preference given to members of a professional purchasing association working towards a designation (e.g. the Ontario Public Buyers Association (OPBA)
Must demonstrate corporate competencies: Customer Focus, Results Orientation, Integrity, and Teamwork
Skills, Abilities, Work Demands
Proficient in various Microsoft Office programs
Excellent computer skills
Excellent communication, negotiating and organizational skills are essential
Must be willing to upgrade experience with on-going educational seminars and courses as deemed necessary by the Manager, Purchasing
Must obtain and maintain a satisfactory criminal record check
Regular Full-Time, CUPE
35 hours per week; Hybrid
$29.39 - $36.64 per hour + pension, benefits, & paid vacation
Please inform us of any accommodations we need to make to ensure a barrier-free recruitment experience. Accommodations are available in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC)and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) at any stage in the recruitment process. We’re happy to provide more information if you email us at HRCity@cityofkingston.ca
Your resumé must demonstrate how you meet position requirements. Please upload to your profile any educational Degrees, Diplomas and/or Certificates that are relevant and required for the position. We thank all who apply, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Information collected will be handled in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.
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