Join the City of Medicine Hat as a Buyer II
Permanent | Full‑Time | On site
Starting at $43.44 per hour | Relocation assistance available
Join the team at the City of Medicine Hat and play a key role in delivering responsible, value-driven procurement that supports essential services across the community. As a Buyer II, you'll contribute to meaningful municipal projects by leading competitive procurement processes, partnering with departments to solve operational needs, and ensuring public funds are spent transparently and strategically. This is an excellent opportunity for a procurement professional who enjoys balancing analysis, collaboration, and problem-solving in a role that directly impacts how services are delivered to residents.
We're a team that believes how we work is just as important as the work we do. Grounded in our values - Own It, Team Up, Be Curious, and Service with Care - we're committed to delivering meaningful impact for our community while supporting each other along the way.
What You'll Do
- Review requisitions from client departments for accuracy and completeness and liaise with stakeholders to determine appropriate procurement strategies and priorities.
- Develop Tender and RFP packages and administer competitive procurement processes to ensure best value for City expenditures.
- Prepare and compose commercial documentation required for consistent and defensible evaluations of bids and proposals.
- Conduct commercial analysis and compliance evaluations of submissions, review departmental technical evaluations, and confirm award recommendations align with City policy and applicable legislation.
- Prepare, verify, and release award documentation.
- Meet with City departments and consultants to assist in the development of specifications for Tenders and RFPs.
- Compile contract documents, ensure appropriate approvals and signatures are obtained, and distribute finalized agreements.
- Develop customized tender documents for procurements that do not align with standard contract templates.
- Process, update, and maintain purchase orders, including data entry and filing.
- Maintain current knowledge of the vendor community and commodity requirements.
- Assist in resolving disputes between City departments and vendors, in collaboration with the Supervisor of Procurement.
- Support special projects and perform administrative duties as assigned.
What You Bring
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a high-volume, public-facing environment.
- Strong understanding of procurement strategies and how to apply them appropriately.
- Ability to balance legal, policy, and organizational requirements.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with senior leadership, internal stakeholders, and vendors.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- A solid working knowledge of:
- Public-sector tendering processes
- Common law, tendering law, and relevant provincial statutes
- Purchasing and materials management principles
- Analytical tools and evaluation methodologies
- Ability to establish and maintain effective service relationships with City departments.
- Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships with the vendor community.
- Sound judgment and decision-making skills supported by knowledge and experience.
- High standards of ethics, integrity, and discretion.
- Strong analytical skills and ability to apply evaluation tools effectively.
- Proficiency using Microsoft Office and other current office software in a networked environment.
- Ability to adapt to ERP systems and new corporate or department-specific applications.
- Ability to work independently with general direction from the Supervisor of Procurement.
- Ability to perform more complex procurement tasks under the guidance of a senior Buyer or Supervisor.
- Demonstrated commitment to the City's Corporate Safety standards, including the Health, Safety and Environmental Management System.
Qualifications
- Grade 12 diploma or high school equivalent
- Enrollment in or completion of the Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) designation through Supply Chain Canada.
- Four (4) years of buying experience, preferably in a public-sector environment.
- An equivalent combination of management-approved education, training, and experience may be considered.
Why you'll love working with us
We show up with accountability, care, and teamwork - every day, with every person. Our values guide how we work together, serve our community, and support one another so we can deliver exceptional public service.
- Collaborative team culture: Be part of a supportive environment where we Team Up to deliver great community outcomes.
- Career growth and development: We encourage you to Be Curious, offering training and development that fosters continuous learning.
- Competitive total rewards: Comprehensive benefits, pension, health and dental coverage, and competitive compensation.
- Flexibility & work life balance: Our commitment to Service with Care includes supporting your wellbeing at work and at home.
Want a deeper look at what it's like to work here? Explore our Culture Playbook, which outlines the values and behaviours that guide our work every day.
Life in Medicine Hat
With over 330 days of sunshine each year, Medicine Hat offers an exceptional quality of life. Enjoy beautiful parks, vibrant cultural experiences, short commute times, and a relaxed cost of living-along with abundant opportunities for outdoor recreation in every season. Whether you're relocating or returning to southern Alberta, you'll find a welcoming community that's an excellent place to live, work, learn, and play. Opportunity Awaits – Move to Medicine Hat.
Ready to make an impact?
If you're excited about contributing to a forward‑thinking municipal organization and bringing your expertise to meaningful community work, we'd love to hear from you.
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