45431 Procurement Business Partner

Procurement Business Partner

PM2 Planning and Program Analyst 2

Regular/full-time

Public Service Delivery

Procurement Services Centre of Excellence, Procurement and Supply Chain

Winnipeg MB

Advertisement Number: 45431

Salary(s): PM2 $70,149.00 - $90,480.00 per year

Closing Date: June 22, 2026

The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).

Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to women, Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.

Introduction

The Department of Public Service Delivery is seeking a qualified individual to fill the Procurement Business Partner within the Procurement and Supply Chain Division (PSCD) Division.  

Duties:

Reporting to the Manager, Contract and Supplier Management, the Procurement Business Partner is responsible for developing and maintaining strong vendor relationship management strategies and communication plans, coordinating government-wide contract management activities, and facilitating collaboration across the broader public sector. The role also includes maintaining Manitoba’s spend categorization taxonomy and preparing regular spend and savings reports. In addition, the Procurement Business Partner ensures timely alignment of sourcing and vendor performance management strategies between Category Branches and the Centre of Excellence, triages all procurement requests through the central intake process, and coordinates procurement demand plans in collaboration with designated departments.

Why Work for Manitoba Government?
The Manitoba government values its employees, recognizing the important role that each person plays in delivering exceptional services, programs and support to the province. Your important contributions are recognized with a comprehensive package of benefits, including an attractive salary, pension plan, health and wellness benefits, and other supports to encourage work-life balance.

Financial Security

• Attractive salaries
• Defined pension plan
• Life insurance coverage
• Long-Term Disability Plan 

Benefit Plan

• Employer paid health care benefits including health, dental and vision
• Extended health care for services such as physiotherapy, chiropractor, massages, acupuncture and more
• Annual health spending account for eligible employees 

Commitment to Health and Wellness

• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Paid time-off including sick leave, wellness days and family related leave days
• Flexible work arrangements for eligible positions
• Generous vacation entitlements, increasing with years of service
• Parental, maternity, and adoptive leave options

Professional Growth & Development
We want our employees to thrive and grow and are committing to investing in their development. We offer multiple avenues of support such as inhouse training, educational assistance and leadership development programs to help achieve these goals.  

Organizational Culture and Values 
The Manitoba government is committed to a work environment and culture that values and recognizes every employee. When we look at Manitoba’s Public Service, we see a reflection of Manitoba’s diversity. We come from differing educational, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds and work in a wide array of jobs across the province, we are all public servants.

Impact on Manitoba’s Future
By working for Manitoba’s Public Service, you have the unique opportunity to use your time to serve the land, communities, and the people of Manitoba. You can leave a lasting mark that will impact both current and future generations.

Qualifications:

Essential:

• Post-secondary education in Business, Supply Chain or a related field, or completion of a professional procurement designation. An equivalent combination of education and experience may also be considered.
• Experience in different methods of supplier relationship management and the ability to identify and implement the most appropriate approach. 
• Demonstrated experience in vendor and contract management, including all stages of the competitive procurement cycle such as planning, category management, tendering, evaluation, negotiation, selection, contract award, ongoing contract administration, and effective issue resolution.
• Experience with project management tools and techniques to plan and manage a large portfolio or a diverse program. 
• Strong research and analytical skills including the ability to gather and synthesize market, supplier, category, and internal data.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Excellent written communication skills including experience writing a variety of documents and reports for various audiences.
• Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain productive working relationships with a variety of stakeholders.
• Excellent attention to detail and consistency, with ability to maintain a high level of accuracy.
• Effective time management and demonstrated ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Experience and proficiency with Microsoft Office programs (Excel, Word, Outlook and Powerpoint) or similar software applications.

Desired:

• Experience or thorough knowledge of public procurement best practices and trade agreements.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
• Must be able to provide and maintain a satisfactory Criminal Record Check

Apply Now:

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600-259 Portage Avenue

Winnipeg, MB, R3B 2A9

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