Supply Chain & Procurement Specialist

Temp Call-In (Gander) - Regional Purchasing
Zone: Central Zone Location: JPM - James Paton Memorial Regional Health Centre, Gander Buyer II Central Zone - Regional Purchasing Temp Call-In Hours Call in as needed (8 hours; remote work) Salary CG27 (CAD25.74 per hour) Competition Number VAC0012181 Posted Date 2025-06-03 Closing Date 2025-06-10 Demands, duties, qualifications Definition of Work:
This is a remote work opportunity/work from home. The successful applicant submits complete and accurate detailed requests to suppliers to obtain price quotations and related data, makes purchasing decisions; analyzes information received from vendors, carries out necessary follow-up relevant to preparing the purchase orders, maintains continuous contact with vendors, places purchase orders, carries out standard routine preliminary to the formal and verbal quotation tendering process; serves in an advisor capacity to assist user departments to prepare accurate information, handles adjustments with vendors; seeks information pertaining to new sources of supply, pricing data, and quality through salespersons and daily contracts with the vendors (other related duties as required). The successful candidate must demonstrate an awareness of and be responsible for promoting and supporting person-and family-centered care, demonstrate a commitment to safety and partner with all team members to improve worker and patient safety by integrating safety into work practices, identifying risks and implementing improvements. Completion of Supply Chain Management Professional Certification or willingness to complete the SCMP Certification within three years of appointment to this position.
Three years of buying experience.
Demonstrated knowledge in inventory control procedures, general office practices and public tendering.
Demonstrated experience using computer programs such as Microsoft Office.
A satisfactory record of work performance and attendance is required for this position.
A satisfactory certificate of conduct from the RCMP or local police authority.