Job Information
Job Title: Procurement Manager
Job Requisition ID: 70678
Ministry: Service Alberta and Red Tape Reduction
Location: Edmonton
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Permanent
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: May 9, 2025
Classification: M41Z2
Salary: $3,339.00 to $4,493.32 bi-weekly ($87,147 to $117,275/year)
The Government of Alberta is committed to a diverse and inclusive public service that reflects the population we serve to best meet the needs of Albertans. Consider joining a team where diversity, inclusion and innovation are valued and supported. For more information on diversity and inclusion, please visit: https://www.alberta.ca/diversity-inclusion-policy.aspx
Every Service Albertan strives to enable the success of our Ministry partners and Albertans by providing exceptional client focused services that meet and exceed our clients’ expectations. We are looking for collaborative, agile, solutions focused individuals with strong communication skills and a strong service orientation. If that describes you, please read on!
The Procurement Services Branch provides guidance and expertise to the enterprise on open and transparent procurement practices, while working closely with all ministries to meet their purchasing needs, provides procurement options that meet our public procurement obligations resulting in acquisition of high-quality, cost-effective goods and services.
Procurement Services also provides services related to warehousing and surplus sales, inter-provincial trade, vendor relationship management, data analysis and reporting.
Within Procurement Services, Corporate Purchasing is responsible for the procurement of goods and associated services valued over $10,000 on behalf of all ministries as mandated in accordance with the Government Organization Act, the Direct Purchase Regulation and the Direct Purchase Administrative Practices. This unit is responsible for approximately 300 mandated procurements annually, in addition to establishing and maintaining approximately 200 government-wide and ministry specific standing offers and blanket contracts. The majority of these contracts are also available for use by other Municipalities, Academia, Schools and Health (MASH) sector entities and many have outward faced public impact (e.g. Alberta Aids to Daily Living Program contracts for goods used by Albertans).
Are you looking for an opportunity to showcase your systems thinking, agility and network development competencies? Are you looking to use your skills and seasoned leadership experience to provide support to the Government of Alberta stakeholder portfolio for Procurement Services? We are looking for a motivated, highly successful, person who wants to join a leading-edge team.
Your responsibilities will include but not limited to:
• Oversee the end-to-end procurement process for goods and services, including developing policies, guidelines, and technical specifications, with a focus on services.
• Review staff procurement documents (e.g., solicitation documents, evaluation plans) to ensure compliance with internal policies, applicable trade agreements, and industry standards.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of procurement professionals, including allocating tasks, providing guidance, and supporting their professional growth, fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment.
• Advise on procurement processes and policies across the Ministry, contributing to steering committees and setting the strategic direction for Procurement Services by building strong relationships with senior leaders.
• Ensure the effective use of GoA-developed resources like templates and training, while overseeing contract award and monitoring policies to enhance procurement effectiveness.
• Identify and implement opportunities to streamline procurement processes, increasing both efficiency and flexibility.
• Establish clear responsibilities across all stakeholder levels to support effective decision-making.
• Maintain the Procurement Services SharePoint Site and ensure accurate procurement records, reports, and documentation in alignment with the Procurement Accountability Framework (PAF) and GoA Policies.
• Implement action plans for improvements based on recommendations from audits or the Auditor General.
• Foster collaboration within project teams to achieve common goals.
In order to be successful in this role you will demonstrate:
• Strong procurement background, with a focus on service-related procurements, including extensive experience in conducting solicitations and evaluations.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
• Exceptional attention to detail to ensure accuracy and minimizing errors.
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written.
• Proven decision-making, project management, and leadership capabilities.
• Experienced in facilitating multi-stakeholder groups and managing key relationships.
• Sensitive and adaptable in meeting client needs and delivering effective results.
Please click on this link to view the job description for this position.
Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.
This link will assist you with understanding competencies: https://www.alberta.ca/system/files/custom_downloaded_images/psc-alberta-public-service-competency-model.pdf
• Agility – Must be able to anticipate, assess, and readily adapt to changing priorities, maintain resilience, and work effectively in changing environments
• Drive for Results – Sets goals and prioritizes work to accomplish them. Follows through on duties and tasks and reports on progress
• Develop Self and Others – Desire to invest in the development of the long-term capability of self and others
• Build Collaborative Environments – Leads and contributes to the conditions and environments that allow people to work collaboratively and productively to achieve outcomes
• Develop Networks – Proactively builds networks, connects and build trust in relationships with different stakeholders
• Systems Thinking – Understands how work contributes to the achievement of departmental goals. Anticipates changes in own area based on activities in other areas
• Creative Problem Solving – Have the ability to assess options and implications in new ways to achieve outcomes and solutions
University graduation in a related field to the position assignment, supplemented by four years related experience. Related experience or education may be considered as an equivalency on a one for one basis.
Equivalency examples:
• High School Diploma and 8 years of directly related experience
• One year related certificate and 7 years of directly related experience
• Two year related diploma and 6 years of directly related experience
• Master’s degree and 2 years related experience
Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification.
Refer to https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-minimum-recruitment-standards
Preference will be given to:
• Work experience related to government or private sector procurement and contracting practices is preferred
• Leadership and/or management experience in a service-oriented environment
The following are considered assets:
• Supervisory experience.
• Experience navigating the Government of Alberta’s 1GX system
• Professional purchasing certification (e.g. SCMP or similar)
• A proven record of striving for continuous improvements and organizing initiatives to reach completion
• Knowledge of the organizational and decision-making structures in the public service
• Exceptional communication skills and attention to detail
This opportunity is available with the Edmonton Office at 12th Floor Oxbridge Place Building , 9820-106 Street.
The Hours of Work are 36.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
Final candidates will be required to undergo a security screening. Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.).
Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.
Links and information on what the GoA have to offer to prospective employees.
• Working for the Alberta Public Service - https://www.alberta.ca/advantages-working-for-alberta-public-service.aspx
• Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) - https://www.pspp.ca
• Management Employees Pension Plan (MEPP) - https://www.mepp.ca
• Alberta Public Service Benefit Information - https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-benefits
• Professional learning and development - https://www.alberta.ca/professional-development-support-directive
• Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool – https://researchapscareers.alberta.ca
• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance.
• Opportunity to participate in flexible work arrangements such as working from home up to two days per week and modified work schedule agreement.
• Leadership and mentorship programs.
How To Apply
Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.
Candidates are required to apply for a job online. Please visit https://www.alberta.ca/job-application-resources#before for more information. Please visit Recruitment Principles, for more information.
It is recommended applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)(https://www.alberta.ca/international-qualifications-assessment.aspx) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information (https://canalliance.org/en/default.html).
It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.
Closing Statement
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.
We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.
If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Tetyana Adamyk at Tetyana.Adamyk@gov.ab.ca
For any questions or interest regarding this employer and the application process, please contact:
Mohammad Haidar
Join us in shaping Alberta's future. As the Government of Alberta, we are committed to creating a stronger province for generations to come. The Alberta Public Service works to deliver a vast array of programs and services to meet the needs of Albertans.
With a diverse range of rewarding employment opportunities, we foster an environment that promotes continuous learning and career growth. As one of the largest employers in Alberta, our team is driven by values of respect, accountability, integrity, and excellence. Together, we share a common vision of building a stronger province, making a positive and lasting difference in the lives of Albertans.