Job Description

Who We AreSimon Fraser University is a leading research university, advancing an inclusive and sustainable future. Our purpose xe2x80x93 the essence of SFU xe2x80x93 is to create and connect knowledge, learning and community for deeper understanding and meaningful impact. We are committed to fostering excellence, innovation, belonging and community in all that we do.SFU's procurement team acquires the goods, services, and works needed for the university's operations and capital projects while ensuring cost-effectiveness, compliance, and efficiency. Procurement collaborates across the university and leads the sourcing and bidding processes, vendor management, and contract negotiations. We ensure compliance with the university's policies and Canada's public procurement laws. Procurement focuses on value-for-money, risk management, sustainability and social responsibility and ethical practice. Essentially, we help the faculties and departments to run smoothly by ensuring they have the resources they need while staying within financial and ethical guidelines.About the RoleWe are expanding the number of procurement officer positions embedded with Facilities Services to support the growing number of capital construction projects at SFU. The incumbent will support Facilities' Major Projects group and will lead procurement processes for projects valued up to $500M. Working in partnership with the capital project managers, the procurement officer will conduct sourcing and competitive bidding activities using established tendering and RFx models while ensuring fair, open and transparent contract award processes. The incumbent will have dual reporting responsibilities: a direct-line to the Manager of Procurement Services and a very close dotted-line to the Director of Campus Planning and Development.QualificationsThe candidate must have professional supply chain management certification. We are seeking candidates with similar experience in the public post-secondary sector. A certificate in public procurement law and practice is desirable. A university business degree is an asset. The candidate must have strong communication skills, both written and verbal and have good math skills (e.g., arithmetic, data analysis). The candidate must have good analytical skills, be well organized and able to manage to deadlines. A collaborative and leadership temperament is essential, along with the ability resolve conflicts.The successful candidate will have thorough knowledge and experience with:

• Public procurement methods and procedures
• Architecture, design, engineering, and related consulting services
• Construction and trade contracting, and
• Contract furniture and partition systems

What We OfferAt SFU, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work-life balance, professional growth and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace. We offer continuing employees who belong in the Administrative & Professional Staff Association (APSA):

• 4 weeksxe2x80x99 vacation (prorated for the first year)*
• Hybrid-work program for eligible positions
• Employer paid defined benefit pension plan
• On-campus tuition waiver for employees and their immediate family members*
• Off-campus tuition reimbursements and professional development funds*
• And more!

*Prorated for part-time employeesAdditional InformationPlease include your cover letter and resume in one attachment.SFU is an equity employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, Indigenous Peoples, visible minorities, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the university.We are committed to ensuring that the application and interview process is accessible to all applicants. If you require any assistance or accommodations, please contact pei_reception@sfu.ca.

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