Assistant Procurement Specialist Jobs

Establishing project bidding procedures, preparation, pre-qualifications and approval of bid lists.

Developing and implementing strategy to meet the M/WBE requirements.

Purchasing of materials and subcontracts from qualified vendors and subcontractors.

Resolving issues with regard to any disputes relating to scope of work and change orders.

Examining the plans and specifications for any deficiencies, construction issues, and technical questions and making recommendations in award memo.

Managing of bidding process, including bid period.

- Knowledge or experience with Procurement

- Grade XI plus four years’ related experience or equivalent combination of training and experience.

Hiring for our Direct Client:

Location: 1505 Barrington Street (Martime Centre), Halifax-

Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Able to manage work remotely and provide regular reporting on deliverables

Collaborate with Finance to investigate and resolve accounts payable issues pertaining to price discrepancies, product shortages and/or receipt of damaged goods.

Minimum of business certificate, 3 years of relevant experience.

Excellent prioritizing, problem solving, administrative, organizational, communication and customer relations skills.

Regularly communicate with and address Field Operations and/or Sales team inquiries related to product assortment and availability.

Process special order quotations requests for customer in a timely manner

Excellent organizational + time management skills

Creation of fresh systems for organization + task management

Developing and maintaining systems and processes for order tracking, management, credit on file, vendor relations

Shipment coordination, obtaining freight quotes, invoice management, booking pickups

Management and organization of price lists, discontinued fabrics + finishes, vendor updates etc.

Management and organization of storage areas and client pick ups

· Demonstrated project and time management skills for juggling many changing priorities and working under tight deadlines.

· Desire to gain project management, purchasing and process development experience.

· Experience with contract management systems and Oracle is a plus.

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

· Ensure proper documentation for vendor management in accordance with SOX and other control frameworks.

The ideal candidate will have knowledge of the technology/computer industry, preferably cybersecurity.