Job Information The Department of Finance is seeking an experienced procurement professional to join Procurement Shared Services as a Senior Procurement Specialist.
In this role, you will provide qualified procurement and contracting services to Government of the Northwest Territories departments, boards and agencies. You will work closely with clients to understand their procurement requirements, recommend appropriate procurement methods and develop procurement plans for complex, sensitive or high-value projects.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead complex procurement and contracting initiatives, including high-value, high-volume and strategic purchasing projects.
Develop, administer and negotiate contracts, Standing Offer Agreements and bulk purchasing arrangements.
Provide expert procurement advice and contract management support to clients while identifying service improvements and procurement opportunities.
Build and maintain effective relationships with clients, suppliers and contractors to support successful procurement outcomes.
Maintain procurement records, reporting tools, and standardized procurement documentation to ensure compliance, accountability and effective contract administration.
Key Requirments:
~ A diploma in Commerce or business, with 3 years of relevant experience.

Relevant experience may include:




Experience leading or coordinating procurement, tendering, contracting, or purchasing activities for a government, public sector, or large organization.
Experience developing, evaluating, negotiating, administering, or monitoring contracts, RFPs, RFQs, tenders, or Standing Offer Agreements.
Experience providing advice and support to clients, business units, or management on procurement, contracting, vendor management, or purchasing processes.
Experience managing vendor relationships, conducting negotiations, resolving contract issues, or addressing supplier performance concerns.
Relevant Degree may include:
Supply Chain SCMP Designation
Business Administration
Law
Commerce
Equivalencies that may be considered:
~ Degree in Commerce, Business Administration, Law or Supply Chain Management, with 3 years of directly related procurement experience.

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Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories

YELLOWKNIFE CENTRE 5TH FLOOR

BOX 1320 YELLOWKNIFE NT X1A 2L9

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📌 Senior Procurement Specialist, Supply Chain (Yellowknife)
🏢 The Government Of The Northwest Territories
📍 Yellowknife