Procurement Officer

  • CompanyMiddlesex County
  • Required ExperienceTwo (2) years experience in a purchasing or procurement environment; preferably in a municipal setting.
  • Job TypeFull Time
  • Education / CredentialsThree-year post-secondary diploma or a university degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Commerce, Economics
  • ResumeRequired
  • Cover LetterRequired
  • Application Deadline05/10/2024

Job Description

Procurement Officer

DEPARTMENT
Treasury
CLOSING DATE
Fri, 05/10/2024 – 16:30
EMPLOYMENT TYPE
Full-time
Overview

Position Overview

Reporting to the Procurement Services Manager, the Procurement Officer is responsible for the supply and delivery of goods and services, and disposal of surplus for Middlesex County. The Procurement Officer will liaise with County departments and various external contacts to determine operational and functional requirements, business process improvement opportunities and prepares clear and accurate specifications. The Procurement Officer may provide a wide variety of procurement support services to the lower-tier municipalities, as requested.

Qualifications

  • Three-year post-secondary diploma or a university degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Commerce, Economics or related field.
  • Working towards or completion of the Ontario Public Buyers Association (OPBA) Public Purchasing Certificate Program would be an asset.
  • A Professional designation in one of the following would be an asset: the Supply Chain Management Association (SCMA) as a Certified Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP), or the National Institute of Government Purchasing (NIGP) as a Certified Public Procurement Officer (CPPO).
  • Two (2) years experience in a purchasing or procurement environment; preferably in a municipal setting.
  • Experience participating in the full-cycle competitive procurement process.
  • Experience in development and implementation of policies, procedures, processes, computer systems, internal control, and/or various acquisition methods.
  • A valid “G” driver’s licence with a clean driver’s abstract, and access to a vehicle to travel as required to fulfil job responsibilities.
  • Current Criminal Record Check that is satisfactory to Middlesex County.

How to Apply

If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your cover letter and resume to Rebecca Zeldon, Human Resources Advisor, by email at hr@middlesex.ca by 4:30 p.m. on May 10, 2024.