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| Position Type: | Full-time |
| Date Posted: | Jun 28, 2017 |
| Experience: | 5 Years |
| Education: | College Diploma (3 years) |
Job Description
The London District Catholic School Board has a reputation for excellence, with more than 3,000 employees working together to educate approximately 18,000 students at 45 elementary schools, 9 secondary schools and the Centre for Lifelong Learning within Middlesex, Oxford, and Elgin counties, including the cities of London, St. Thomas, Strathroy, and Woodstock.
Supervisor of Purchasing
Full-time, Non-union position
Reporting to the Manager of Finance and Purchasing, the Supervisor of Purchasing is responsible for providing leadership in the competitive procurement processes and Broader Public Sector (BPS) Procurement Directive, general purchasing of supplies, services, and equipment for schools, and central administrative offices. This position ensures ethical, professional, and accountable procurement procedures and processes are followed for all individuals involved with supply chain activities. The Supervisor is responsible for the day-to-day supervision and mentoring of the Buyer-Contracts Officer. This position will provide school and central administrative staff with training and support to adhere to Board Policy and Procedures.
Qualifications and Skills required:
- Post-secondary degree or diploma in business administration, preferably with supply chain management specialty, or equivalent
- Professional designation; preference will be given to a Certified Public Procurement Officer (CPPO), or Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB), or Certified Supply Chain Management Professional (CSCMP)
- Minimum five years of supply chain experience, preferably with a school board or other public sector organization
- Proficient with a computerized purchasing system and MSOffice Suite
- Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
- Demonstrated professional ethic, and sensitivity to the confidential nature of the position
- Strong leadership skills with experience in contract management and dispute resolution
- A proven ability to work independently in an organized manner, and collaboratively in a team-based environment
Applications must include: cover letter and resume, documented proof of qualification, and the names and
contact information of two employment references, one of whom is your immediate supervisor,
by 4:00 pm on July 12, 2017 to: hr@ ldcsb.ca
The London District Catholic School Board is committed to providing accommodations. If you require an accommodation,
we will work with you to meet your needs.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
