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Procurement Specialist (Non-IT) - Senior We are seeking to hire two Senior Procurement Specialists on behalf of our government client for a 6-month contract. This opportunity is with a team that values diversity, inclusion, and innovation within the Procurement Services branch, which is committed to efficient, open, and transparent procurement processes. These full-time positions (7.25-hour workday) are based onsite in Edmonton. The contract is for 6 months, with the possibility of a 6-month extension. Responsibilities - Solicitation Document Preparation - Support development of a strategy for procurement preparation based upon project goals and criteria. - Refine identified business and technical requirements. - Preparation of RFx and draft review documents. - Identify any subprojects where separate RFxs may be required to acquire specific vendor services. - Assist the Department in providing RFx interpretations to vendors by developing written responses to questions. - Evaluation & Debrief - Prepare RFx selection methodologies, evaluation plans, evaluation criteria mandatory, evaluation schedules, and final award recommendations. - Review vendor proposals for quality accuracy and adherence to required standards. - Creation of supporting project documentation as per the guidelines of the Government of Alberta procurement policy. - Assist in debriefing unsuccessful vendors. - Contract Execution & Post RFx activities - Assist the Department in finalizing contracts with recommended vendors. - Conduct post procurement reviews and vendor evaluations lessons learned. - Prepare evaluation reports and procurement recommendations for Department reviews and signoffs. - Project Management - Plan, coordinate, and prepare controlling documentation for procurement plans and processes. - Develop effective communications processes to ensure adequate project progress and issue reporting to all participants and stakeholders. - Plan and coordinate procurement activities including financial estimate, business technical requirements and contracting options. - Additional procurement related responsibilities as required by the Procurement Manager Experience / Requirements Must Have - Clear verbal and written communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group. - Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize work. The ability to work on multiple projects at one time and to prioritize tasks. - Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy. - Minimum 6 years of experience in public sector procurement processes including an understanding of trade agreements and competitive bid law. - Minimum 3 years of experience using Microsoft Office Suite tools. Nice to Have - Completion of SCMP or other equivalent courses and associated certificates. - Experience with trade agreements, Financial Administration Act, and Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, Public Works Act. - 3 years of experience using ERP systems such as SAP - 3 years of experience with tender systems (E-bidding). Contract 6 months contract with a potential of another 6 months extension #J-18808-Ljbffr