Supply Specialist (Position titles may differ from one department to the next)

Update: Please note that the closing date for this job opportunity has been extended.

Important messages

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please use the Contact information below to request special accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

Information on accommodation for persons with disabilities

Duties

The ideal candidates for this opportunity will:

- Perform contract lifecycle management activities; often including negotiating the award of contracts for the acquisition of goods, services and/or construction.
- Collect information or assimilate data from various sources and analyze the possible impact on purchases before making decisions.
- Consult clients on a regular basis to anticipate and analyze evolving requirements, develop strategies and options to meet objectives and provide advice on specific projects.
- Be a strategic enabler and a business partner capable of empowering clients/stakeholders and delivering procurements to meet the needs of the Government of Canada.

Want to know more about this profession, see the "Become a Professional Buyer" video at:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FXwLKw0hbdE&feature=youtu.be

Work environment

We are looking for dynamic candidates with strong business acumen that will help with the transformation and modernization of procurement practices.

The Government of Canada is one of the country’s largest buyers. We buy everything from scientific services, high technology equipment, military equipment, construction services to professional services. We are managing complex commercial relationships with the largest corporations in the world and, in the process, helping to make Canada a great place to live.

We are dedicated to creating a positive and dynamic environment where employees with new ideas and fresh perspectives can make a difference and excel. You will have the opportunity to increase your experience and expertise, benefit from a healthy work-life balance and a positive workplace where all employees are valued and recognized for their unique qualities, ideas, voices and perspectives.

Are you looking for exciting challenges? Do you want to make a difference? Apply online today for an opportunity to join the Public Service of Canada.

Intent of the process

This process will be used to create a pool of candidates which could be used to staff PG-04 positions within various Federal organizations across Canada.

Positions to be filled: Number to be determined

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

Here's the profile sought for this position:

- Graduation with a diploma or a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution.

Degree equivalency

- A minimum of three (3) years' experience in being accountable for providing services in ONE of the following fields: supply chain management; procurement assessment and planning; acquisition; OR contract management.

- A minimum of three (3) years' experience in conducting analysis and providing advice on procurement issues.

**The screening board cannot make assumptions about your experience. When responding to screening questions, please be sure to clearly demonstrate how you meet the education and experience criteria. In order for your application to be retained, you must provide concrete examples about your work experience and explain relevant responsibilities that you had and/or actions that you took.**

If you wish to learn more on how to apply for government employment opportunities, you can take a look at the ''Cracking the Code'' video at:
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=0GW7P3g9hhI

If you possess any of the following, your application must also clearly explain how you meet it (other qualifications)

Preferred qualifications for this opportunity:

- Experience in project management.

- Experience in data analytics.

- Experience in procurement in one or more of the following fields but not limited to Science, IT, Construction, Military, Marine, Aerospace or Professional Services.

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

Various language requirements
Various linguistic profiles depending on the position being staffed (English OR French Essential, Bilingual Imperative BBB/BBB, CBC/CBC or CCC/CCC).

Information on language requirements

If your application is screened in, you will be invited to demonstrate the following competencies via an evaluation process:
- Thinking Things Through
- Assessment and Planning
- Negotiation
- Business Acumen
- Risk Management

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

The Government of Canada is seeking to increase the proportion of women, people with disabilities, Aboriginal peoples and visible minorities in its workforce (Employment Equity (EE) representation) as per the EE Act which requires that special measures be taken and accommodation of differences be provided.

Some positions may require the incumbent to work overtime, to travel, possess a driver’s license or to relocate.

Conditions of employment

Various security clearances may be required depending on the position being staffed.

Other information

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the targeted groups when you apply.

Information on employment equity

NOTE: The resourcing system (PSRS) will automatically disconnect you without warning after 60 minutes if there is no activity and it may result in your inability to save your work or loss of data. It is recommended that you draft all responses as well as your CV/resume in another document on your computer which may be saved (e.g. in MS Word) and copy/paste into the PSRS system when completed.

A random selection or top down selection may be used at certain stages of the assessment.

Any travel expenses incurred by candidates to attend evaluations under this recruitment process will be the candidate's responsibility.

Proof of education will be required prior to the start date of the offer of employment. If you have a foreign degree(s), you will have to provide proof of Canadian equivalency.

Any communication with the candidates through this staffing process may be used to evaluate other qualifications.

Other qualifications not mentioned on this advertisement may be assessed depending on the position to be staffed.

Other organizations within the core public administration will be able to use this pool to staff their positions, therefore by applying to this process you consent to your personal application-related information being shared with other government departments interested in staffing similar positions.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, we will only contact those who are selected for the next steps in the process.

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans and to Canadian citizens, in that order.

Information on the preference to veterans

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.