Highlights of the job
We are hiring
two (2)
full-time,
permanent
Procurement
Analyst
position
s
working out of the Rossdale Water Treatment Pla
nt
(EPCOR Water) and the
Hugh J. Bolton Service Centre
(EPCOR Electricity)
in Edmonton, AB
.
This opportunity may also be used to
staff
temporary Procurement Analyst positions
of
up to 18 months.
This o
pportunity
is
o
pen to Internal and External candidates
.
Current EPCOR Employees please ensure that you are using your “@epcor.com” email address.
This is an excellent opportunity for a team-oriented individual with excellent negotiation and communication skills to grow their Supply Chain Management career.
As the Procurement Analyst, you will be accountable for leading the
end-to-end procurement process
within
EPCOR’s Procurement
team. You will be providing subject matter expertise to the
EPCOR business
unit, and achieving compliance with company policies, trade agreements (NWPTA, CETA, CFTA), and procurement best practices.
This
position will primarily focus on collaborative and multi-disciplinary strategic sourcing projects
,
and cross-company procurement projects to establish long term agreements for
EPCOR. There will also be a focus on engineering requirements which then transition into construction requirements through various procurement methodologies. While design-bid-bu
ild methods are mainly utilized
other methodologies such as design-build, progressive design build,
and
construction management at risk and integrated project delivery are increasingly being used.
What you’d be responsible for
•Ensuring the delivery of optimal results ag
ainst appropriate
performance metrics
including
meeting customer expectations
, cost
saving/
avoidance, operational
effectiveness, efficiency
and employee/
customer satisfaction
.
•Leading the entire procurement process
starting
with the identification of
need through
contract
execution and supplier relationship management
.
•Within the Procurement process
,
ensur
e
compliance with
EPCOR policies and ex
ternal legislation
.
•Managing all aspects of competitive bidding
processes (e.g. RFI, RFP, RFQ)
following p
ublic procurement requirements.
negotiations and
serving as the negotiation representa
tive for assigned procurements.
•Preparing contract documents, coordinating
the award
of contracts, and making recommendations to Stakeholders and the manager on whether to award or not
to award
contracts
.
•Establishing and maintaining supplier relationships and contracts including facilitating contract review sessions between internal customers and
contractors
.
•Collecting and analyzing data and working with business units to determine the feasibility and advantage of establishing long-term supply contracts for high usage, high dollar volume,
and regularly
purchased products
.
•Advising and making recommendations to stakeholders with respect to potential procurement risks and
the purchase to pay processes.
•Assessing competition and market
opportunities, threats
and recommending plans t
o address them.
•Assisting in the development and utilization of tools and reporting mechanisms to assist in the efficient execution of the operational objectives
.
•Demonstrating a high performance, disciplined, safe, and accountable manner of working,
while
focused on customer service.
What’s required to be successful
-secondary
D
iploma
(2 year)
or
D
egree in Supply Chain Management or a
business-related
field (Operations Management, Economics, Accounting, Finance, etc.) from a recognized educational institute is required
.
+ years of
extensive experience in
construction contracts
and negotiating contracts or directly relat
ed experience within the field.
E
xperience
in construction alternative project delivery
methods (
IPD, CMAR
, DB
) is recommended.
•Purchasing Designation (SCMP, C.P.M. or C.P.P.O.) is considered an asset
.
ive knowledge and experience in:
+ Public procurement processes and awareness of relevant trade agreements
+ Negotiating commercial
terms, conditions
and competitive bidding laws
+ The application of risk management tools and skills
+ The application of
contractor
management and
performance
+ Interpreting purchasing policy, processes and procedures
•Demonstrated ability to:
+ Apply competitive bidding law to develop and administer effective bid documents,
+ Apply contract law and understanding of contract terms and conditions in order to develop agreements that minimize risk and maximize benefits
to EPCOR
,
+ Effectively negotiate with
contractors
and stakeholders
to create value for the business,
+ Effectively lead the entire procurement process starting with the identification of need through to contract execution and
contractor
relationship management.
•Demonstrated proficiency with:
+ Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.),
+ Oracle or similar Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software,
+ Bids & Tenders™ or similar web-based eProcurement systems
.
+ SharePoint
The successful candidate
possess
es
a high level of initiative with the demonstrated ability to be proactive.
You
must be fully engaged in professional work and in the continuous im
provement of business practices. Y
ou are able to exercise influence when working in a cross-functional team and use highly developed analytical thinking skills to effectively conduct problem analysis, present findings
,
and recommend solutions. In addition, you possess strong verbal and written communication skills and have the ability to present information to a variety of audiences in both formal and informal settings. As our best c
andidate, you are a team player, y
ou continually seek opportunities to enha
nce your personal
effectiveness and
expand your operational understanding of the procurement team.
Other important facts about this job
Jurisdiction: CSU52
Class: T2
Hours of work: 75 hours biweekly
Starting Wage
: $
47.18 per
hour;
Final Wage and Step will be determined at the time of selection and are subject to change based on the ratification of the new
Collective Agreement
.
Application deadline: May 23, 2025
Current
EPCO
R Employees
please ensure that you are using your “@epcor.com” email address.
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Please note the following information:
•A requirement of working for EPCOR is that you are at least 18 years of age, successfully attained a high school diploma (GED, or equivalent level of secondary education) and legally entitled to work in Canada. (A copy of a valid work permit may be required.)
•If you are considered for the position, clearance on all applicable background checks (which may include criminal, identity, educational, and/or credit) and professional reference checks
is
required. Some EPCOR positions require an enhanced level of background assessment, which is dictated by law. These positions require advanced criminal record checks that must also be conducted from time to time after commencement of employment.
•A technical/practical assessment may be administered during the selection process and this exercise will be used as a part of the selection criterion.
•To meet the physical demands required of some positions, candidates must be in good physical condition and willing to work in all weather conditions. Clearance on pre-placement medical and drug and alcohol testing may be required.
rior infractions for unsafe driving
behaviours
will be evaluated and considered for non-selection regardless of current demerits on file
.
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