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CC#26-06-01, Buyer

$2339.37 - $2924.21 per week

Province of Nova Scotia Regional Centres for Education

Buyer

Competition # 26-01-01

Permanent

Full Time – 12 Months

Non-Union Position

 

Reporting to the Purchasing Manager, the Buyer is responsible for the procurement of goods and services for the Regional Centre. The work involves frequent contact with vendors, user departments and individuals at all levels of the Regional Centre.

 

Qualifications:

  • Grade 12 or equivalent required
  • Two (2) year post-secondary program in Business or equivalent required
  • Completion or enrolment in courses from the Supply Chain Management Association of Canada Accreditation Program and/or National Institute of Governmental Purchasing Professional Development Program and/or a NECI Public Sector Procurement Program (PSPP)
  • Ability to work in a self-directed environment and also effectively within an interdisciplinary team
  • A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in procurement
  • Must have personal integrity and excellent verbal and written communication skills

 

Other Assets:

  • Experience in procurement in a government environment (i.e. processing quotations, tenders, proposals, purchase orders, etc.)
  • Proficient in SAP or S/4HANA ERP and ARIBA
  • Diplomacy and discretion in dealing with personnel and the general public.
  • High degree of professionalism and confidentiality.
  • Excellent organizational, time management and problem-solving skills.
  • Advanced working knowledge and proficiency with a variety of computer software applications, specifically Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Teams and Outlook).

 

Interested applicants must apply electronically through this online career page.  

 

Interested applicants must attach a résumé with a concise covering letter highlighting relevant qualifications and experience.  The names of at least three (3) relevant professional references must be included, two (2) of whom must be recent supervisors able to address professional competency.  Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

 

 

START DATE:                                                   TBD    

 

LOCATION: Central Office – Truro, Nova Scotia

 

SALARY:                                                          Non Union Pay Band 6 ($2,339.37 - $2,924.21 Bi-weekly)

 

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: Thursday, June 18, 2026 at 11:59 pm

Vacancy posted 7 hours ago
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