Procurement Officer
Posted A month ago
Job Description
JOB OPPORTUNITY
Position Information
Location New Westminster Campus Salary Range
$62,006 per annum (with wage increments to a max of $70,588 per annum), which includes a special allowance of $2,000 per annum. Salary and wage increments are in accordance with the Collective Agreement.
The Opportunity
Reporting to the Manager, Procurement, the Procurement Officer is responsible for overseeing and administering the competitive bid processes for the procurement of complex acquisitions of a high dollar value, ensuring best practices and cost savings for the College. This position is responsible for conducting market/product research, cost analysis, specification review, and the development of contracts. The Procurement Officer assists the Manager, Procurement in developing policies and updating processes to ensure the effective operation of the Procurement Department. This position is responsible for the supervision of all support staff as related to Procurement activities. Provides exceptional client-centred service on a consistent basis to all stakeholder groups.
WHO WE ARE
Do what you love. Be good at it. That's how Douglas College defines a great career. It's a philosophy that resonates through our classrooms, our offices and our boardrooms. It inspires our students and drives us to make Douglas College one of BC's Top Employers. We love what we do. And we're looking for passionate, motivated people to join us in making one of Canada's best degree-granting colleges even better.
Be a part of an institution where everyone is committed to empowering successful students, creating responsive learning environments, fostering social and environmental responsibility, and supporting healthy learning and work environments.
WHAT WE OFFER
We offer the opportunity to do what you do best in an inclusive, collaborative and collegial environment. At Douglas, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work-life balance, professional growth, and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace.
WHAT IT TAKES
This Job description is under review
This position has been submitted for review. Additional information regarding the pay level/salary range and duties may be available to short-listed applicants at the time of the interview.
For Full Job Description, click here.
Additional Information
How To Apply
Open Date 10/31/2025 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Maximum Number of References 3 Minimum Number of References 3 Equity Statement
Douglas College is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and equitable learning and working environment. In support of this journey, we welcome all people to apply, including people from groups that are experiencing inequity, including, but not limited, to Indigenous Peoples, racialized or persons of colour, persons with mental or physical disabilities, persons who identify as women, and/or persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, and persons of all faith identities, age, marital status, and parental status.
Important Note
Qualified internal applicants must apply by December 19, 2024 to be given first consideration. Click the link at the top of this page to apply directly to this posting.
Position Information
Location New Westminster Campus Salary Range
$62,006 per annum (with wage increments to a max of $70,588 per annum), which includes a special allowance of $2,000 per annum. Salary and wage increments are in accordance with the Collective Agreement.
The Opportunity
Reporting to the Manager, Procurement, the Procurement Officer is responsible for overseeing and administering the competitive bid processes for the procurement of complex acquisitions of a high dollar value, ensuring best practices and cost savings for the College. This position is responsible for conducting market/product research, cost analysis, specification review, and the development of contracts. The Procurement Officer assists the Manager, Procurement in developing policies and updating processes to ensure the effective operation of the Procurement Department. This position is responsible for the supervision of all support staff as related to Procurement activities. Provides exceptional client-centred service on a consistent basis to all stakeholder groups.
WHO WE ARE
Do what you love. Be good at it. That's how Douglas College defines a great career. It's a philosophy that resonates through our classrooms, our offices and our boardrooms. It inspires our students and drives us to make Douglas College one of BC's Top Employers. We love what we do. And we're looking for passionate, motivated people to join us in making one of Canada's best degree-granting colleges even better.
Be a part of an institution where everyone is committed to empowering successful students, creating responsive learning environments, fostering social and environmental responsibility, and supporting healthy learning and work environments.
WHAT WE OFFER
We offer the opportunity to do what you do best in an inclusive, collaborative and collegial environment. At Douglas, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work-life balance, professional growth, and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace.
• Transit-accessible campuses
• Hybrid work arrangements for eligible positions
• Competitive salaries
• Excellent Health and Dental Benefits for eligible positions
• Defined-Benefit Pension Plan for eligible positions
• Professional Development funding
• Access to our Fitness Centres and Classes
WHAT IT TAKES
• A Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, business, economics, or a related discipline. A minimum of five years of progressive procurement and contract management experience, that includes experience in leading complex procurement projects as well as supervisory duties within a public sector environment (preferably post-secondary). A) Supply Chain Management designation, such as SCMP or CSCP preferred B) An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.
• Advanced proficiency with the MS Office Suite including Word and Excel. Ability to operate standard office equipment including personal computers, photocopiers, scanners, calculators, etc.
• Excellent communication skills and working knowledge of the English language (written and verbal).
• Demonstrated supervisory skills: organizational skills, proven ability to plan, schedule work flow and schedule, train, motivate and evaluate employees.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with a minimum of direct supervision, and to establish priorities and achieve deadlines, and the ability to deal with changing priorities and requirements within a project-based environment.
This Job description is under review
This position has been submitted for review. Additional information regarding the pay level/salary range and duties may be available to short-listed applicants at the time of the interview.
For Full Job Description, click here.
Additional Information
• This full-time, regular position is available starting November 24, 2025
• Hours of work will typically be scheduled Monday to Friday, between 8:30 am and 4:30 pm.
• This position is required to work a flexible schedule based on operational needs
• Shift days and times may change depending on operational needs
• Evening and occasional weekend work may be required.
• The position is located at the New Westminster campus; and will be required to work at all Douglas College campuses and offsite locations
• Douglas College is committed to supporting a healthy work/life balance for employees.
• A modified/flexible schedule and/or hybrid work from home arrangement may be considered, subject to the terms of the College's Work From Home Policy
How To Apply
Open Date 10/31/2025 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Maximum Number of References 3 Minimum Number of References 3 Equity Statement
Douglas College is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and equitable learning and working environment. In support of this journey, we welcome all people to apply, including people from groups that are experiencing inequity, including, but not limited, to Indigenous Peoples, racialized or persons of colour, persons with mental or physical disabilities, persons who identify as women, and/or persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, and persons of all faith identities, age, marital status, and parental status.
Important Note
Qualified internal applicants must apply by December 19, 2024 to be given first consideration. Click the link at the top of this page to apply directly to this posting.
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Application closing date is 2025-12-30
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