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Position Type:	Contract
Location:	London, ON
Date Posted:	Mar 11, 2022

Job Description

The London District Catholic School Board has a reputation for excellence, with more than 3,000 employees working together to educate approximately 22,000 students at 43 elementary schools, 9 secondary schools and St. Patrick Adult and Continuing Education within Middlesex, Oxford, and Elgin counties, including the cities of London, St. Thomas, Strathroy, and Woodstock.

Buyer (1 Year Contract - full time)

Association of Business Professionals (Non-Union Employee Group)
Salary Range $62,959 to $71,543 commensurate with experience

The Buyer is a key member of the purchasing team, reporting to the Supervisor of Purchasing. This position will be responsible for assisting with the wide-ranging procurement activities including processing requisitions, managing open purchase orders, bid document preparation and analysis in accordance with Board policies, procedures, and legal requirements necessary to maintain the supply of commodities and services.

Qualifications and Skills required:

Post-secondary diploma/certificate in supply chain management and/or an acceptable combination of education and work experience
Knowledge of procurement processes and experience with procurement systems, data, and analytics in the public sector is an asset
Demonstrated negotiation skills related to contracts, terms, and conditions
Generate reports and perform analysis on product selection, pricing and other related data as required.
General understanding of computerized purchasing environment
Proven computer experience using the Microsoft Office suite and related purchasing software
Excellent analytical, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
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 March 21, 2022. Please include “Buyer ” in the subject line.

Current conditions of employment with the London District Catholic School Board:

Mandatory COVID-19 vaccination status (attestation) for all staff as directed by the Ministry; unvaccinated staff must comply with applicable testing directives.
Mandatory requirement to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). This may include wearing a medical mask, eye protection and any other protective equipment as directed.
Mandatory adherence to all Health and Safety protocols and training as required and directed.

The London District Catholic schools exist to provide an educational atmosphere which fosters and directs the spiritual, intellectual, physical, and social growth of all our students to enable them to live and contribute as responsible Catholics in any society. Hiring a diverse workforce will best serve our students and promote an inclusive environment. The London District Catholic School Board is committed to equity and inclusion in the requirement of qualified staff who reflect and support the diverse perspective and experiences and needs of our students and school communities. All hiring decisions will be fair, consistent, transparent, and made in accordance with applicable laws, including the Ontario Human Rights Code and the school board collective agreements.
The London District Catholic School Board is committed to providing accommodations. If you require accommodation to enable your participation in the interview & selection process, we will work with you to meet your needs. Please advise the Board when contacted for an interview.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

V. Romeo, Director L. Steel, Chair

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