Construction Purchasing Specialist

The Opportunity

Job classification: A5006 - Senior Purchasing Officer

Salary range: $73,340.80 - $87,568.00

Placement within the range is typically based upon a review of skills, experience, and internal equity.

Hours per week: 40

Paid leave: 3 weeks vacation per year

Position End Date: September 30, 2027

Deadline to apply: 4:00PM, October 2, 2026

Construction Purchasing Specialist is responsible for the procurement of materials, supplies, equipment, and services for the SAIT Facilities Management’s construction projects. In this role, the incumbent will demonstrate a high level of accountability, skill and understanding relating to the application of a variety of procurement applications, processes, standards and procedures (CCDC), including “best value” competitive bidding and negotiation.

This position will ensure all procurement activity being performed is in accordance with SAIT and applicable government procurement regulations, guidelines and procedures. The incumbent will work closely with operations and project managers to promote and maintain a high level of communication and liaison with Facilities Management and with the external construction supplier community.

In order to be successful in this role, the selected incumbent must possess the ability to understand and incorporate technology and internal control processes with business practices. Knowledge of the construction industry and materials to understand the overall picture, demonstrate skills and abilities in construction contracts execution, project phases and lifecycle, and general facilities development is crucial. Excellent computer system and relationship building skills, and a strong understanding of procurement, internal controls and associated financial processes are required.

Please note: as part of the pre-employment screening process, the selected candidate will be required to successfully complete both a Criminal Record Check and a Credit Check.

How you'll contribute

• Procure a variety of supplies, services and equipment required for construction requirements of SAIT.
• Coordinate all daily procurement activities within construction and operations category.
• Prioritize and monitor workload, ensuring key contract deliverables and deadlines are met.
• In cooperation with the client and in compliance with both SAIT and government requirements, coordinate the competitive bid process for major procurement initiatives.
• Develop competitive bid documents and specifications to permit competitive bidding, issue Public Tender documents, including RFI, RFQ and RFPs.
• Spend Management: continually review spend history and trends in order to identify procurement and contract opportunities.
• Contract Management: manage supply expenditure agreements to ensure contract compliance and efficiencies are achieved.
• Supplier Management: continually review existing supplier base and activity, seeking opportunities for supplier rationalization or strategic sourcing.
• Lead and promote the implementation of and compliance with SAIT procurement process for construction requirements
• Promote Supply Management as an effective resource for addressing procurement and supply management issues across the organization.
• Utilize and maintain proficiency in Banner ERP, the Supply Management Contract Repository System, Alberta Purchasing Connection (APC) Electronic Tendering System, and other applicable procurement systems and tools.

What you bring

• College Diploma or University Degree in a relevant field.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in purchasing or supply chain management.
• Demonstrated experience in strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, and competitive bidding is preferred.
• Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) designation is preferred.
• Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), Certified Planning and Inventory Management (CPIM), or Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) designation is an asset.
• Knowledge of construction industry and materials, construction contracts execution (CCDC), and facilities project lifecycle is an asset.
• Strong understanding of procurement practices, internal controls, financial processes, and procurement technologies.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders and the external contacts.