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Procurement, Contract and Records Management Specialist ASAP Start Guelph, ON 5 month contract $37.00 /hr - $44.00 /hr Hays Specialist Recruitment has partnered with an Agricultural company based in Guelph, ON. We are currently hiring a Procurement, Contract and Records Management Specialist to join their team for a 5 month contract hire. This candidate will be required to work full time hours, fully in office and start immediately. As a Procurement, Contract and Records Management Specialist, you will provide effective sourcing and procurement of common and specialized goods and services. In this role, you will become the subject matter expert for the records management program Your new responsibilities: Provide effective and diligent procurement of goods and services for clients at all levels of the organization. Review and analyse client scope of work and related deliverables, source vendors, participate in discovery and decision-making processes, approve purchases within delegated authority, and coordinate the approval process for larger procurements. Respond to client purchase requests, work with clients and stakeholders in the development of regular specification documents, and maintain a record of all procurement activities and service provider contracts within the Procurement database. Oversee Records Management and Retention policy and procedures, address the needs of the organization by advising on proper use, and interpret the policy, procedures and directives Consult with clients to clarify needs and review and modify specifications as needed for requested products or services to support procurement processes, such as goods and services purchasing and service tenders What you need to succeed : Degree or diploma in business or public administration or 2-4 years related experience in public sector Procurement or a combination may be considered Demonstrated experience preparing and negotiating several forms of purchase orders, such as RFPs and RFSs Exceptional customer service skills Working Knowledge of Ontario Public Service Procurement Directive and related national and international trade agreements would be an asset Proficient computer literacy in MS office products (all), Adobe Pro, SAP Concur Whats in it for you: The opportunity to join a large company in Guelph, with the opportunity to extend. This is a great company, with a great team culture.