Advise requesters on procurement of goods and services, ensuring compliance with corporate procurement standards and policies

Perform a needs analysis with customers and determine the appropriate method of supply

Analyze and process purchase requisitions, create and authorize purchase orders

Amend related documents as required to reflect cost variances between purchase orders, invoices and acquisition cards

Research and evaluate new sources of supply

Conduct assigned vendor selection processes; analyze requirements; prepare RFP; develop evaluation grid; submit requests to vendors

Analyze responses and make recommendations to requestors

Negotiate with suppliers on prices of goods or services and other terms and conditions

Ensure compliance with purchasing terms and conditions and communicate with suppliers or requisitioners

Ensure transactions and contractual documents take into account various issues, risk elements and reflect commercial agreements

Fill out appropriate forms and documents, prepare correspondence and reports as required

Familiarize others with their work by explaining tasks and inform applicant in real time of the progress of projects

Requirements

College diploma or equivalent

Purchasing Management Association of Canada (PMAC) certification, an asset

Two years’ experience or more in similar or related positions or activities

Proven client service skills and experience

Experience with tendering processes (RFPs) an asset

Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Word,



Excel and PowerPoint

Advanced knowledge of SAP

Solid interpersonal and team-playing skills

Able to take initiative, be proactive, and work independently

Proven negotiation skills

Strong ability to multitask and prioritize in a busy, high-pressure work environment

Highly organized and able to meet tight deadlines

Attention to detail and accuracy

Open-minded and comfortable adapting to change.

Core Competencies Demonstrates expertise in procurement processes, including vendor selection, negotiation, and compliance with corporate standards. Proficient in analyzing purchase requisitions and managing documentation while ensuring client service excellence.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Procurement Compliance

Vendor Negotiation

RFP Development

SAP Proficiency

Client Service Skills

ATS Optimization Keywords Hard Skills

Purchase Order Processing

Needs Analysis

Cost Variance Analysis

Tendering Processes

Document Management

Soft Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Team Collaboration

Initiative

Multitasking

Attention to Detail

Certifications & Qualifications

Purchasing Management Association of Canada (PMAC) Certification

Industry Keywords

Procurement Standards

Vendor Selection

Commercial Agreements

Risk Management

High-Pressure Environment

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

SAP

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📌 Administrative Specialist, Procurement – Finance (Winnipeg)
🏢 Jobtailor
📍 Winnipeg