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Document
ART - Administration Manuel 1999
Year Created: 1999
DOCUMENT
JOB - Purchasing Analyst 2002
- YEAR CREATED: 2002
- ENTITY TYPE: County
- TYPE OF DOCUMENT: JOB - Job Description
- Education and Training
- Finance
The document is a position description for a Purchasing Analyst in the Supplies and Services branch of the Finance department in York Region. The Purchasing Analyst will be responsible for analyzing, developing, and administering improved systems, methods, and procedures in the procurement and disposal processes. They will purchase goods and services, provide consulting for user departments, and assist in the implementation of computerized purchasing systems.
The major responsibilities of the Purchasing Analyst include reviewing and analyzing current procurement activities, developing competitive bid documents and contracts, evaluating the effectiveness of purchasing programs, determining appropriate bid methods, assisting with reporting procedures, assisting user departments in developing and evaluating RFPs, purchasing goods and services for construction bids, negotiating with vendors and customers, conducting make/lease/buy studies, assisting with educational workshops, liaising with vendors and finance staff, and performing other related duties as required.
The qualifications for the position include a college diploma in Business Administration or a similar discipline, CPPB/CPPO or CPP designation, three years of related purchasing experience, proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and PeopleSoft purchasing module, a valid Class G license, knowledge of corporate core competencies, purchasing principles and practices, municipal policies, purchasing legislation and by-laws, negotiation and analytical skills, and the ability to maintain confidentiality and work outside regular business hours as required.