Buyer Supply Chain Management Professional

Partner Staffing is currently working with our client in seeking an experienced and dynamic Buyer Supply Chain Management Professional on a contractor basis. Approximately one year term to start with the assignment on August 1 2024. The Buyer will develop analyze negotiate and administer services or materials purchase orders and contracts. They will take a leading role in the competitive bid process including RFP development supplier evaluation and selection contract negotiation and issuing purchase orders.

Requirements

The responsibilities include:

• Lead the competitive bid process for materials and services including developing competitive bid documents managing the bid process.
  
• Create negotiate and manage contracts.
  
• Manage contract changes amendments and dispute resolutions.
  
• Create and manage purchase orders and ensure that commitments are met and issues are resolved.
  
• Participate in the development of sourcing strategies.
  
• Participate in process improvement initiatives.
  

The qualifications include:

• University degree or College diploma in Business Supply Chain Management Finance or other related discipline.
  
• Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) or equivalent Certified Supply Chain Leader (CSCL) is preferred; or working towards an SCMP or CSCL designation.
  
• Minimum of 5 years related experience is required 7 or more years is preferred.
  
• Proven ability/experience in the above noted responsibilities.
  
• Understanding of legal terms and conditions.
  
• Strong computer skills including experience with SAP and Oracle is an asset.
  
• Strong negotiation and decisionmaking skills.
  
• Strong interpersonal communication and presentation skills.
  
• Results oriented with the ability to manage multiple complex tasks at the same time.
  
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
  

Benefits

Partner Staffing is Bringing Talent to Business. With an experienced and dedicated recruitment team we open doors to opportunities that you may not otherwise know about. We are specialists in providing highquality individuals to the Oil and gas sector Engineering/Procurement/Construction and Utilities industries. We look forward to hearing from you and discussing how we might be able to promote your career!!

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