Work Location :: Edmonton, AB
Position Type :: Contract
Duration :: 6 Months
Key Responsibilities:
- Project Management: Support the planning, execution, and monitoring of projects within the category management initiative, ensuring alignment with government procurement policies and objectives.
- Plan, coordinate, and prepare controlling documentation for procurement plans and processes.
- Develop effective communications processes to ensure adequate project progress and issue reporting to all participants and stakeholders.
- Plan and coordinate procurement activities including financial estimate, business technical requirements and contracting options.
- Additional procurement related responsibilities as required by the Project Delivery Manager.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Assist in coordinating and facilitating meetings with internal stakeholders across ministries, suppliers, and external partners to ensure effective communication and collaboration.
- Procurement Process Assistance: Support end-to-end procurement activities, including market research, drafting procurement documents, coordinating evaluations, and tracking contract performance.
- Process Improvement: Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to enhance procurement efficiency and effectiveness.
- Training & Knowledge Sharing: Assist in developing resources, presentations, and training materials to promote category management principles across the organization.
- Education & Experience: A diploma or degree in business administration, supply chain management, public administration, or a related field. Relevant work experience in procurement, project coordination, or category management is an asset.
- Project Coordination Skills: Ability to support multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely execution and alignment with strategic goals.
- Communication Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to support stakeholder onboarding and training.
- Time Management Skills: Proven ability to manage multiple projects, timelines, and deliverables simultaneously.
- Presentation Skills: Experience in developing professional presentations and communicating effectively with diverse stakeholders.
- Knowledge of Procurement Policies: Familiarity with public sector procurement policies, regulations, and best practices would be considered as an asset.
- Attention to Detail: Strong organizational and documentation skills to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Technical Proficiency: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and procurement-related software or tools.