Procurement Coordinator

at  Island Health

Job Description:
In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.
Reporting to the Director, the Procurement Coordinator is responsible for the management of procurement and contracts for products, consultants, contractors and services relative to design, construction, and specific portfolios as assigned for Island Health. Assists in the management of procurement operations and resources and ensures requirements are met efficiently and cost effectively, while focusing on patient care. Provides advice and consultation to leadership and clients including determining priorities and developing processes to carry out strategic initiatives, in collaboration with the Director and consistent with the goals, policies and vision of the organization.

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor degree in Business, Commerce or a related discipline, supplemented with three (3) to five (5) years’ recent related purchasing procurement experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Demonstrated leadership, interpersonal skills, and team building orientation.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with other departments internal to the organization.
• Demonstrated ability to function effectively in a highly dynamic environment.
• Ability to prioritize and organize work in a rapidly changing work environment.
• Ability to operate related equipment including applicable software applications.Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

https://jd.viha.ca/JD5516.pd

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