Procurement Business Partner

Procurement Business Partner - INF003181

Employment Type: Permanent Full-time

Location(s): SK-Rgna-Regina

Ministry: 013 Saskbuilds and Procurement

Salary Range: $37.432-$46.906 Hourly

Grade: SGEU.11.

SaskBuilds and Procurement is seeking two (2) innovative, responsible, and results-oriented individuals to join the IT Procurement team within Single Procurement Service as Procurement Business Partners.

One position will be permanent full time and the other an approximate 18 month term.

This position will:

• Create, implement, and maintain new procurement models, policies, and processes designed to help provincial government organizations adopt best practices and improve their procurement performance in all phases of the acquisition life cycle;
• Liaise with Information Technology Division (ITD) stakeholders as it relates to the technical components of procurements as well as participate in consultations with the IT industry.
• Research, identify, and manage all aspects of a complex competitive procurement process (RFP) including utilizing different systems or tools to complete strategic sourcing initiatives, retrieve data, identify technical and legal issues, perform financial and non-financial data analysis, and evaluate current and future trends;
• Consult with other provinces on specific needs and work with the rules and regulations of other jurisdictions on intra-provincial procurement opportunities;
• Develop relationships and liaise with senior ministry, agency, and Crown Corporation officials to lead them through the strategic procurement process to achieve client and government objectives;
• Clearly and accurately explain, verbally and in writing, complex processes; interpret policy standards relating to the acquisition and contracting of services; and provide recommendations to clients to enhance knowledge and understanding of procurement policies, programs, laws, and procedures;
• Manage contracts to ensure that both suppliers and the clients are adhering to rules and regulations, maintaining confidentiality, and completing their obligations as stated in the written contract;
• Provide professional expertise to clients using project management methods to reach acceptable solutions for business requirements and ensuring best value procurement is achieved; and
• Create, format, and edit a variety of documents utilizing various software applications within tight and specific time lines.

The successful candidate(s) will have:

• Knowledge of procurement best practices, trade agreements, contract law, and contract negotiations;
• Strong communication, relationship-building, and customer service skills to work effectively in an evolving environment; and
• Excellent project management, problem solving, analytical, and organizational skills along with a strong attention to detail.

Typically, the knowledge and abilities required for this position would be obtained through a SCMP designation or a relevant undergraduate degree. Project management skills acquired through a project management designation (PMP or Prince2) are an asset. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Experience in complex, end-to-end procurements and working within the public sector environment is highly desirable.

We are committed to workplace diversity.

Hours of Work: A - SGEU Office 36 - one day off every two weeks

Number of Openings: 2

Closing Date: Mar 27, 2022, 12:59:00 AM