Purchasing Agent Jobs

College of the Rockies serves the communities of the East Kootenay. We acknowledge all our campuses are located in the traditional territory of the Ktunaxa people which is also home to the Kinbasket and Metis people. We welcome you to be part of our College community of employees who are Rocky Mountain Inspired, Small College Proud.

Purchasing Agent (Buyer)

Regular Full-time

Duties: Reporting to the Director Finance, the Purchasing Agent is responsible for providing procurement expertise and leadership for the planning, selection and procurement of a wide variety of goods and services required to meet the operating needs of the College of the Rockies in an effective, ethical and legal manner. The Purchasing Agent is also responsible for the day to day operations of the Shipping/Receiving department. Occasional travel may be required. (e.g. annual Provincial Purchasing Meeting and trade shows)

Qualifications: A SCMP (Supply Chain Management Professional) Designation or equivalent with 2 years public sector purchasing or 4 years buying or equivalent. In addition to proficiency in word processing, spreadsheet and database applications, candidates must possess strong negotiating, communication, and interpersonal skills. Experience or knowledge about the trucking/delivery business and knowledge in regard to responsibilities of receiving goods would be considered an asset. Please see the Full in the link below.

As an employee of College of the Rockies, the successful candidate is expected to be a lifelong learner who continues to develop his/her skills to help the College meet the needs of our students and our other valued clients.

Successful candidates may be required to complete a Criminal Record Check.

Salary: CUPE Pay Level 6 with starting wage of $49,813.40 per year at step 1 with yearly increments progressing to Step 5. The College also offers a comprehensive range of benefits.

Closing Date: June 15, 2023

Preferred Start Date: As soon as possible

Interested persons should submit both a cover letter and resume directly through the College website under "Work Here" http://www.cotr.bc.ca/HRD/

Please quote Competition #23-CU-13

Please ensure your cover letter and resume clearly describe your related qualifications and experience as selection for interview will be based on the information provided.

To support employment equity and diversity in the workplace, we encourage all qualified applicants, including Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, women, persons of diverse sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (LGBTQ2S+), and others who may contribute to diversity at College of the Rockies.

In the spirit of reconciliation, we are committed to increasing Indigenous representation throughout the institution and encourage applicants to self-identify as First Nation, Metis or Inuit within cover letters and/or resume.

We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.