Sr. Procurement Specialist, Operations and Analytics

The Senior Procurement Specialist leads Procurement operations and ensures Vancity's procurement systems, data analytics and communication channels support Procurement's pivotal role in risk management, value optimization, and social and environmental impact for the organization. Through the management of contract lifecycle and strategic sourcing processes, this role will work with various areas of business and ensure vendor relationships are managed in accordance with Vancity requirements.

This competitively rewarded role will enjoy hybrid working arrangements which can be fulfilled primarily from the Vancity head office location and your Lower Mainland based home office. Periodically, in-person events or activities will be required of you.

A typical day involves:

• Procurement Operations and Communications: Design and implement procurement operational processes by pinpointing key issues and working with relevant stakeholders to develop effective short- and long-term solutions. Recognize opportunities for cost savings and recommend and execute robust cost control measures.
• Contract Management: As the subject matter expert for the contract management system, guide the organization in enhancing contract lifecycle management. Ensure data accuracy and process compliance while implementing process improvements to reduce risks for Vancity.
• Data Management, Reporting & Analytics: Design and manage procurement data and tools, producing reports and analytical insights to support Vancity's objectives.
• Vendor Management: Create and oversee vendor scorecards in collaboration with cross-functional stakeholders, ensuring alignment with Third Party Risk Management and vendor performance standards.
• Strategic Sourcing: Guide and lead strategic sourcing events (RFx), and contract negotiations in collaboration with various business units, aiming to enhance value, reduce risk, and promote social and environmental impact for Vancity.

You have:

• A Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in Business or Chain Supply Management.
• 5-7 years of experience in procurement and supply chain management.
• SCMP or similar procurement designation (preferred, not mandatory).
• Proficiency in Procurement processes for goods and services, procurement systems and data management, contract management, and vendor management.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams such as Legal, Finance, Info Security, and Risk.
• Knowledge and understanding of contract terms and conditions.
• Experience in Sustainable and Social Procurement is an asset.
• Excellent skills in written and verbal communication.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 Suite and procurement and contract management systems.
• Expertise in performing data analysis using tools such as Excel and PowerBI.

You are:

• Self-directed: an individual contributor responsible for leading and driving continuous improvement in key areas of work.
• Excellent communicator: you will provide training and guidance to business units on procurement policies and procedures, as well as on procurement tools (e.g., Gatekeeper).
• Tech Savvy: ability to learn new systems and leverage technology in creating reports and data-driven insights, with minimal oversight from the manager.
• Highly organized with attention to detail: you will bring and apply best practices in procurement data and knowledge management.
• Adaptable: you are able to navigate ambiguity and uncertainty while resolving issues that involve multiple factors.

Salary: The salary range for the role is $71,000 to $107,300 and a candidate's offer is likely to be up to the mid-point of the role ($89,400). The upper half of the salary range is typically reserved for individuals who have demonstrated consistent strong performance in the role and possess a high level of job knowledge and skill.

We offer:

• We are the largest private-sector Living Wage Employer in Canada and have been consistently recognized as one of the Top Employers in Canada.
• Our permanent employees qualify for attractive benefit packages that can be customized and changed each year to meet their evolving needs.
• New employees receive between three to four weeks of vacation allowance per calendar year, and the number of vacation days grows - to a maximum of six weeks per year - as their length of service increases. In addition, full-time, permanent staff may be able to purchase extra days of vacation through our flexible benefits package.
• In addition to the 10 statutory holidays in British Columbia, Vancity provides an additional three statutory holidays. We offer care days for periods of short-term personal illness or emergency family illness, plus opportunities to take unpaid leave for a variety of reasons.
• Our health care & dental benefits offer three levels of health care and dental coverage for you to select from. These benefits will also be effective immediately based on your hire date.
• We understand that retirement means different things to different people and at Vancity we will offer you a Defined pension plan that pays you a retirement income for life.

We value lived experience, so if you are interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if you feel your skills don't perfectly align with those listed.

Please note that all shortlisted candidates for this role will be required to complete a background check which includes employment verification, credit check, and a criminal record check. Vancity is an inclusive and equitable employer and actively seeks to advance racial equity, inclusion and belonging across the organization. Vancity offers required accommodations in all stages of the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation, please advise us, and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Posting Deadline: Posted Until Filled.

Vancity offers required accommodations in all stages of the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation, please advise us, and we will work with you to meet your needs.