Procurement Specialist

Athabasca University's Department of Financial Reporting and Operational Services is currently recruiting for a full-time temporary Procurement Specialist with an end date of August 31, 2025.
 

The temporary position is currently being offered as a secondment opportunity for both full time and part time permanent staff. Should there be no successful candidate through this posting as a secondment appointment, then the position may be filled as a temporary position. Employees requesting secondment are asked to provide a supporting written submission demonstrating that the secondment is career related.
 

First consideration will be given to internal applicants according to the AUPE Collective Agreement, Article 11.02

 

The Position:

Reporting to the Coordinator, Procurement and Contract Service, the Procurement Specialist assists with the procurement activities, including sourcing, ordering/buying, and tendering goods and services required to support Athabasca University's operational and strategic needs.  They contribute to the ongoing procurement operations of the university, focusing on standard procurements, including course materials ordering and general procurement.  They support the Procurement and Contract Services team in more complex procurements and tenders as required.  Working with other members of the team, they ensure the smooth acquisition of goods and services required by the university.

 

Qualifications: 

• The position requires a minimum grade twelve education.  A degree in business administration or a Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) designation is an asset.  Three years of purchasing experience at a comparable level is required.  Experience in a post-secondary environment is preferred.  However, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Broad general knowledge of procurement functions and purchasing techniques including a familiarity of public tendering and competitive bidding is required.  Experience and understanding of contract law and language is preferred.  General computer skills including familiarity with the Microsoft Office Suite is required.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication as well as well developed analytical and organizational skills are required.  Must demonstrate competency in communication with all levels of university staff.
• The successful candidate must posses sound judgement, ethics, discretion, attention to detail, an ability to work independently, and the ability to handle multiple priorities.
• Maintenance of confidentiality at all times is essential.

A detailed job description can be viewed at: Procurement Specialist 

 

Contact Information

For more information regarding this position, please contact Paul Kunnas, Manager, Procurement & Contract Services at [email protected]

Athabasca First

Wherever possible, AU seeks to attract and hire qualified team members to reside in the Athabasca region. We will offer relocation assistance for the right candidate should you decide to relocate to the Town of Athabasca. As a resident of the town or county of Athabasca, you can choose to work on and from our beautiful campus in Athabasca.

To discover the Town and Region of Athabasca, go to: Visit Athabasca.

What AU Offers: 

Benefits and Pension eligibility differs based on employee group and may include:

• Defined Benefits Pension Plan
• Alberta Health Care
• Extended Health Care
• Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Disability Coverage
• Vacation
• Office Closure between Christmas and New Year's Day
• Discretionary Benefit Fund
• AU Course Allowance
• A Variety of Leaves (e.g., Maternity/Parental/Adoption, Compassionate Care, etc.)
• Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)

Educational credentials will be verified before an offer of employment is extended. An offer of employment is conditional upon verification of educational credentials. 

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents will be given priority. 

Athabasca University is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, persons of any gender identity and expression, and members of visible minorities. 

Where applicants have equal skills, abilities, and experience, candidates residing within or willing to relocate to the County of Athabasca will be given preference.

Working outside of Canada is not supported by Athabasca University. You are legally not permitted to work for Athabasca University if you are living outside of Canada.