Manager, purchasing contracts

Work Term: Permanent
Work Language: Bilingual
Hours: 40 hours per week
Education: Master's degree
Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years

Work setting

Railway transport company

Tasks

Coordinate activities of personnel engaged in buying, selling and distributing materials, equipment, machinery and supplies
Evaluate daily operations
Plan and control budget and expenditures
Review purchase order claims and contracts to determine compliance with company policy
Plan, develop and implement purchasing policies and procedures
Oversee the evaluation of the cost and quality of goods or services
Manage contracts
Oversee the preparation of reports
Advise senior management
Negotiate offers from suppliers

Computer and technology knowledge

MS Office
SAP (FI/CO / HR / MM / OT SD)

Type of industry experience

Rail industry

Specialization/experience (business sales and services)

Negotiation

Work conditions and physical capabilities

Fast-paced environment
Work under pressure
Tight deadlines

Personal suitability

Dependability
Excellent oral communication
Initiative
Team player

Screening questions

Are you authorized to work in Canada?
Do you have experience working in this field?
Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?
Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting?

Workplace information

Hybrid

Health benefits

Dental plan
Disability benefits
Health care plan
Paramedical services coverage
Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

Group insurance benefits
Life insurance
Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Long term benefits

Long-term care insurance
Maternity and parental benefits

Other benefits

Free parking available
On-site amenities
Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
Travel insurance