Procurement Specialist

Dasro is looking for a
Procurement Specialist (Non-IT) – Intermediate
for one of its clients in Edmonton, Alberta.

Term:
2026-06-16 to 2026-12-16 (6 months)

Location:
Onsite in Edmonton, AB

Working hours:
7.25-hours/day (08:15 – 16:30, Monday through Friday)

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Analyze and refine both business and technical requirements, translating them into detailed RFX solicitation documents as needed
• Support the development of procurement strategies aligned with project objectives and criteria
• Prepare RFXs, draft associated review documents, and identify potential subprojects requiring separate RFXs for specific vendor services
• Assist the Department by interpreting RFXs for vendors and drafting formal responses to inquiries
• Prepare selection methodologies, evaluation plans, mandatory criteria, evaluation schedules, and final award recommendations for RFXs
• Review vendor bids/proposals for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with required standards
• Create supporting documentation in accordance with the client’s procurement policy and assist in organizing bidder conferences/vendor presentations
• Support the debriefing process for unsuccessful vendors and assist in finalizing contracts with selected vendors
• Conduct post-procurement reviews, compile vendor performance evaluations, and prepare formal evaluation reports
• Maintain accurate, audit-compliant, and properly filed procurement and contract records on Corporate Purchasing applications/SharePoint sites
• Create and update contract workspaces, purchase requisitions, and product catalogues on 1GX/Ariba
• Coach and train junior staff members within the procurement team

Mandatory Qualifications:

• Relevant post-secondary education in areas of supply chain, procurement, business or a related field (minimum 2-year diploma; degrees, diplomas, certificates accepted)
• Minimum 4 years of experience independently performing activities related to RFPs, NRFPs, RFQs, RFIs, negotiations, evaluation, supplier feedback, and contract execution
• Minimum 4 years of relevant experience in a similar role applicable to this position
• Minimum 4 years of experience coaching and training junior staff members
• Minimum 2 years of experience using Microsoft Office Suite tools
• Proven ability to organize files, documents, etc

Desired Qualifications:

• Completion of SCMP or equivalent certification
• Minimum 3 years of contract management experience
• Minimum 3 years of experience advising stakeholders (internal clients, senior leadership, cross-functional teams)
• Minimum 3 years of experience in quantitative and qualitative cost-benefit analysis
• Minimum 2 years of experience with trade agreements, Financial Administration Act, FOIP Act, and Public Works Act