Sait
Purchasing Officer
Calgary, AB
Sponsorship not specified$60k-$72kDetected 14 days ago
Data AnalysisNegotiationBudgetingSupply ChainProcurementERPInventory ManagementContract ManagementLeadershipCommunicationProblem SolvingFood Safety
About the role
- Job classification: A5005 - Purchasing Officer Salary range: $60,000-$72,000.
- Placement within the range is typically based upon a review of skills, experience, and internal equity.
- This role oversees daily purchasing activities, supplier relationships, inventory optimization, sourcing initiatives, cost control, and procurement compliance.
Responsibilities
- Support budgeting, spend analysis, and operational reporting requirements.
- Collaborate closely with faculty, culinary teams, warehouse staff, finance, and leadership to support operational objectives and implement continuous improvements within procurement and warehouse operations.
- Develop and maintain effective supplier relationships, evaluate vendor performance, monitor supplier compliance, participate in RFQ, RFP, and RFI processes, support contract management activities, and maintain a competitive and reliable vendor portfolio.
Requirements
- The successful candidate must be able to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and excellent customer service.
- Manage daily purchasing activities using Adaco, including creating and maintaining purchase orders and ensuring the timely procurement and delivery of food, beverages, operational supplies, equipment, and services required to support academic programming and operational needs.
- Equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered
- Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
- We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity. We understand how important communication is, and we are committed to following up with every candidate. Please know that each application is thoughtfully reviewed, and you will hear from us either way. Together, we build bold futures At SAIT, we equip you with the resources you need to shape bold futures for yourself and our communities. We offer a comprehensive package including: - Generous time off to pursue other passions and support your wellbeing - SAIT paid premiums for medical, dental, and vision benefits so you, and your family, are well supported - Benefits supporting mental health and access to Greenshield + for virtual therapy at a reduced rate - Access to a Health Spending or Taxable Spending Account - Professional development opportunities through our Free Seat Program, tuition support, access to LinkedIn Learning and discounted Continuing Education & Professional Studies courses - Defined Benefit pension through LAPP to help you retire with confidence - Excellent dining options on campus - Free access to our fitness facilities and group fitness classes And the perks keep on coming! About SAIT At SAIT, we're building bold futures. We're a community of tenacious problem-solvers, inventive thinkers, and passionate collaborators who believe in doing work that matters. Named one of Alberta's Top Employers, we're driven by a desire to create an impact in our community. If you're looking for a place where purpose meets possibility, you've found it here. We're committed to community and belonging Community and belonging is essential to achieving SAIT's vision to be a global leader in applied education. We encourage applications from women, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, people from gender and sexually diverse communities, and/or people with intersectional identities. Learn more about Community and Belonging at SAIT.
Nice to have
- Forecast purchasing requirements based on curriculum schedules, menus, seasonal trends, events, consumption patterns, and operational activities.
- Monitor inventory levels, turnover, stockouts, spoilage, and inventory accuracy, while maintaining established minimum and maximum inventory levels.
- Analyze purchasing, inventory, and cost of goods data to identify cost-saving opportunities through supplier negotiations, volume purchasing, product substitutions, and process improvements.
- Ensure compliance with food safety standards, procurement policies, and supplier specifications.
- Diploma in Supply Chain Management or related field
- 3-5 years purchasing, procurement, inventory management, and other supply chain experiences
- Minimal prior experience working with an ERP/Inventory control software system (Adaco preferred)
Skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with a customer-focused approach.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
- Effective negotiation, influencing, and relationship-building skills.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficient in computer applications, data analysis, and reporting.
- Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on process efficiency and operational excellence.
- SAIT paid premiums for medical, dental, and vision benefits so you, and your family, are well supported
- Benefits supporting mental health and access to Greenshield + for virtual therapy at a reduced rate
- Access to a Health Spending or Taxable Spending Account
- Defined Benefit pension through LAPP to help you retire with confidence
- Learn more about Community and Belonging at SAIT.
Compensation
- $60,000-$72,000.
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