Buyer

Langara

Country: Canada

Location: Main Campus

Time Type: Full time

Posted On: January 22, 2025

Interested in a career at Langara College?

Our employees exemplify Langara's values of excellence, collegiality, innovation and integrity. If you think this position fits your qualifications, we encourage you to apply!

Langara College is located in Vancouver, B.C.: applicants to postings must be located in BC or willing to move to BC to accept work with Langara College. Exceptions to this will be clearly outlined in the event Langara College requires  work (or positions to be based) to be performed outside BC or Canada.

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Job Title:

Buyer


Employee Group:

CUPE

Employee Type:

Permanent


Start Date:

Thursday, January 30 2025


End Date (if applicable):


Job Description:

The Buyer is responsible for the acquisition activities within Procurement Services by performing purchasing functions and related duties utilizing computerized software applications according to established guidelines and work performance standards set by the College.

Qualifications Required:

Education & Experience

  • Completion of a two-year diploma in Material Management, Business Management or Public Administration, or equivalent.
  • Enrolment in the Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) Designation Program and actively working towards the completion of the SCMP designation.
  • Minimum four (4) years related experience as a Buyer in a purchasing organization of substantial size, preferably in the public or education sector.
  • An equivalent combination of education and qualifications may be considered.
  • Experience in the development of various tendering processes for goods and services; and the development and negotiation of contracts.
  • Administering the public-sector bidding process (i.e., BC Bid or Bonfire) preferred.
  • Knowledge of purchasing standards, policies, procedures and strategies, procurement strategies, supply management philosophy and techniques.
  • Knowledge of various laws and governmental regulations as they relate to the purchasing function (i.e., WCB, federal and provincial taxation, customs, NWTA, Canada Hazardous Products Act, WHMIS, WCB, FOIPPA etc.)
  • Strong computer skills with experience using a computerized procurement systems.
  • Proficient in the use of computer applications including word processing (i.e., Word), spreadsheet (i.e., Excel), database management (i.e., SharePoint), email, and Internet.

Skills & Abilities

  • Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, assists with the development of contracts on behalf of the College.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, interpretation, and negotiating skills required to evaluate Suppliers, handle pricing competitions, monitor market conditions, and to negotiate prices, delivery dates, and payment terms with vendors.
  • Ability to prepare tenders, including RFQs and RFPs.
  • Ability to interpret and apply various laws and governmental regulations as they relate to the purchasing function.
  • Ability to exercise considerable independence of action and judgement in all aspects of purchasing and a high degree of accountability.
  • Ability to liaise with and develop effective working relationships with departments/divisions, and Suppliers.
  • Ability to make sound decisions in a manner consistent with the essential job functions.
  • Ability to maintain standard of absolute confidentiality regarding information and records.
  • Ability to provide customer service effectively.
  • Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
  • Ability to organize and prioritize work.

Why Join Langara? 

At Langara College, we support the College’s vision of promoting wellness and fostering personal and professional growth for our employees. We are dedicated to embracing, honoring, and advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion, while offering a competitive and inclusive benefits package that reflects our commitment to overall health, financial security, and work-life balance. 

** Eligibility and entitlements may vary based on the employment group, and if the position is temporary, part-time, or casual ** 

We offer the following benefits: 

  • Extensive medical, dental, and vision coverage  
  • Hybrid-work program for eligible positions 
  • Generous vacation package plus paid time off during college winter closure (1 week in December) 
  • Employer paid defined benefit pension plan 
  • Potential eligibility for educational, training, and developmental programs  
  • Access to on-site daycare subject to availability  
  • Tuition waivers for courses at Langara College, subject to space availability  
  • Course/program tuition reimbursements   
  • Wellness classes and campus engagement events 

To obtain the full job description, please our recruitment team.

Salary Range:

$35.10 - $40.17 per hour


Pay Grade:

CUPE Paygrade 25


Scheduled Weekly Hours:

35


Hours may vary according to the needs of the department. 

Compressed Workweek (Fortnight):

Yes


Closing Date:

Wednesday, January 29 2025

People and Culture is committed to embracing, honoring, and promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplace. We remain dedicated to focusing our efforts on creating an inclusive employee community that fosters a sense of safety and belonging for everyone. We humbly acknowledge that we are just beginning our journey, which includes engaging in our own internal learning and creating a data-driven action plan that supports the integration of EDI practice into the work of People and Culture and the work we do with employees and leaders. Langara College welcomes applications from everyone including people from groups that are experiencing inequity including, but not limited to, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. If there are any barriers that you are experiencing or an accommodation that we can provide to support you through the application process, please us.

If you were a temporary employee with CUPE Local 15 at Langara College who has worked within the last five (5) months of the closing date on this posting, please  our recruitment team if you meet the criteria for internal status (850 hours worked) as per Article III.7.g in the . Please quote the job requisition title and number with your previous employee ID and last day worked at the College. Please do not email if you worked at the College more than 5 months ago or if you worked in a different union.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide proof of educational and professional credentials noted on their resume.  In addition, those shortlisted with international credentials must have their education credentials evaluated through WES (World Education Services) and provide Langara College, People & Culture document evaluation access for employment purposes.

 

We thank you for your interest in Langara College and for taking the time to complete an application. Only complete applications will be reviewed. Please be advised that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted due to the number of applications received.

 

Langara is committed to enhancing our diverse workforce.