Job Board Title:
Procurement Agent
Post Date
6/9/2025
Expiration Date
6/26/2025
Details:
The Procurement Agent is a newly created position that plays a key role in providing centralized procurement guidance within a quasi-decentralized purchasing environment. This dynamic role is designed to standardize the acquisition of goods and services across departments. The successful candidate will offer “desk-side” support to staff involved in divisional, departmental, and corporate-approved projects—helping to align procurement initiatives with broader organizational goals.
We are seeking a dynamic and solution-oriented individual who is an efficient communicator, capable of providing hands-on support and ensuring compliance with applicable policies, procedures, legislation, and trade agreements. A solid understanding of public procurement frameworks and trade obligations is essential to enhancing oversight, promoting accountability, and contributing to procurement best practices across the organization.
Qualifications:
Education - Community College diploma relative to area of responsibility, completed within more than two academic years; Ontario Public Buyers Association “Principles of Public Purchasing” Certificate with courses or training in Project Management
Experience: 1-2 years of current related experience; specific experience in a public purchasing environment and working with trade agreements and procurement legislation considered an asset
Comments:
The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong core competencies, including critical thinking, sound reasoning, and cognitive flexibility to navigate complex procurement scenarios. They will also bring effective project management abilities and collaborative skills to support cross-departmental initiatives and foster productive working relationships.
Haldimand County offers: Defined Benefit Pension, Flexible Work Hours, Health & Dental Benefits, 3 Weeks Starting Vacation (pro-rated for the first year), Safe & Friendly Work Culture, Professional Development, Wellness Programs, Employee and Family Assistance Program
Employer:
Haldimand County
Contact:
Human Resources
Address:
Applications are accepted via the Haldimand County website.
Work Phone:
905 318 5932
Email:
careers@haldimandcounty.on.ca
Website:
https://www.haldimandcounty.ca/
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