Coquitlam School District invites applications from individuals for the position of Senior Buyer. As the third largest school district in the province we are located within a 40 minute drive from downtown Vancouver. The school district has a population of 30,000 students with approximately 3500 teaching, administrative, managerial and support staff.

This experienced supply management professional reports to the Manager of Purchasing and Transport and performs duties of a complex nature relating to the procurement of equipment, supplies, services and construction. The Senior Buyer supervises, trains, assigns and monitors the work of other staff in the department. A high level of independence and sound judgement will be required.

The successful applicant will possess a relevant post-secondary education and at least 5 years’ experience performing a procurement function in a large scale purchasing operation. Ideally, you have received your Accreditation in Supply Management or are in their final year working towards a SCMP designation through the Supply Chain Management Association of Canada.

Applicants must possess intermediate to advanced computer skills including Word and Excel, as well as excellent written and verbal communication skills. Integrity and critical thinking are key attributes.

We offer $29.49 /hour (40 hours/week), plus benefits and pension.

Qualified individuals may apply with a resume and letters of reference

By 4:00 pm August 4, 2017 to: humanresourcessupport@sd43.bc.ca