Purchasing Agent

Marine Atlantic is a federal Crown corporation that provides a vital ferry service link between Newfoundland and Labrador and mainland Canada.

At Marine Atlantic, we do so much more than get people from point A to point B. Whether it’s reunions, long-awaited trips home, or the start of a new adventure, we bring people together. We couldn’t bring people together every day without our own dedicated employees. Our employees embody our core values; they are safety oriented team-players who exhibit integrity and commitment, and always strive for excellence. Their understanding and commitment to our values make our employees an invaluable part of our organization.

Marine Atlantic has an immediate opening for a Purchasing Agent to work at our North Sydney, NS location.

Reporting to the Procurement and Strategic Sourcing Manager, the Purchasing Agent provides sound analytics to ensure that categories of spend within MAI are visible, controlled and optimized.Responsible for all procurement and purchasingactivities on assigned categories,this individual will require knowledgeofPublic Sector Procurement,Trade Agreements and Treaties, Contract Management - from recognition ofneed to execution and administration of contract through toSupplier RelationshipManagement. This role requires a highdegree ofprofessionalintegrity, ethics, and

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Key Areas of Responsibility for the Purchasing Agent Include:

  • Work with purchasing personnel, in addition to internal stakeholders, to identify new sources of supply to help obtain the best overall value for the Corporation
  • Ensure policy and procedures are followed to support a culture of compliance, as outlined by the Corporation’s Procurement Policy
  • Develop and manage Request for Proposal (RFx), competitive bidding, contract life cycle and procure to pay cycle
  • Ensure that government regulations and requirements are identified in the Request for Proposal (RFx) process to be adhered to by contractors and suppliers
  • Responsible for development of the Corporation’s vendor assessment and vendor evaluation programs
  • Identify, evaluate, select, and qualify companies to become suppliers to Marine Atlantic according to the Corporation’s vendor assessment program
  • Work closely with the technical business unit to ensure complete and accurate description of product/service requirements/specifications and service level expectations are delivered by the vendor/contractor
  • Responsible for Key Performance Indicator (KPI) tracking and performance to departmental objectives
  • Monitor vendor performance and liaise with vendors to ensure satisfactory performance
  • Work closely with Accounts payable to ensure issues are resolved and suppliers are paid according to agreed-upon terms
  • Liaise with various department managers, and internal stakeholders, to coordinate purchase agreements and develop successful sourcing strategies, etc
  • Work with Materials Management to ensure that necessary information, planning and documentation, is available to facilitate receiving and warehousing operations
  • Stay informed of current trends and best practices in the field

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

  • A minimum of three to five years of progressive purchasing experience is required
  • Demonstrated proficiency in procurement principles and practices
  • Sound contract life cycle management expertise
  • Excellent negotiation skills
  • Proven track record in effective planning and the ability to

manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously

  • Sound judgment with demonstrated ability in spend and

category analytics and problem solving skills

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Strong leadership, change agility and people management skills
  • Able to excel under pressure in a deadline- driven environment

Assets:

  • Experience in a public purchasing environment is highly desirable
  • A comprehensive knowledge of marine equipment, materials, etc

Education:

  • University or College Degree in Business or SCMP Certification

OR

  • SCMA Designation or enrollment or PSPP (Public Sector Procurement Professional) Certification with job-related training and/or work experience in a related position

Additional Requirements/Comments:

If you have the ambition to make a difference and you meet the above requirements, please apply on line before 13October 2016 at Midnight.

Apply On Line

Please note:For your application to beconsidered, all questions must be completed.

Why Marine Atlantic?

We are dedicated to creating an environment which promotes employee growth and career satisfaction. Some benefits of working with Marine Atlantic include competitive salaries, defined benefit pension plan, comprehensive benefit packages, professional development opportunities, and travel pass privileges on our vessels.

Important Messages:

Marine Atlantic Inc. is committed to Employment Equity and Diversity and invites applications from Women, Aboriginal People, Persons with Disabilities, and Visible Minorities.

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