Manager, Procurement & Operations

Columbia Basin Trust is seeking a Manager, Procurement & Operations to join our team. This position is responsible for the management and administration of the Trust's procurement activities and corporate operations including facilities management and office support. This role works closely with the Trust's power generation facilities to ensure services/materials are sourced efficiently and competitively.

If you have a passion for problem-solving, driving organizational efficiency, and supporting the procurement life cycle, we want to hear from you! This is a permanent, full-time position based in Castlegar, where you'll enjoy a cooperative and supportive team environment and the unique lifestyle of the West Kootenay region. The salary range for this position is $100,600 – $118,200.

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Procurement & Operations, you will: Lead procurement activities including public tendering (RFP/ITQ/RFSQ), contractor/supplier selection, tender and bid meetings, evaluations, negotiations, awards, and debriefings. Manage sourcing and purchasing by determining the best source of supply following best practice and procedures,



issuing purchase orders, coordinating material delivery, and maintaining supplier relationships. Provide procurement training and reporting through staff education, procurement activity analysis, and continuous process improvement.

Support contract management including amendments, dispute resolution, workflow standardization, vendor management, and invoice discrepancy resolution. Work in coordination with the Trust's contracted Facilities Manager on all aspects of facilities management at the four corporate offices in Castlegar, Nakusp, Cranbrook and Golden.

Provide Office

Services team leadership and guidance to direct reports. Strengthen organizational effectiveness by implementing best practices and fostering strong internal and external relationships. What we’re looking for Location Castlegar , BC Work location On site Salary $ 100,600 to $ 118,200 YEAR annually Terms of employment Full time Starts as soon as possible vacancies 1 vacancy Source Talent.com #630108062756507504 Castlegar, BC

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