Opportunities

Salary Information

CG34 - $59,004.40 - $65,720.20 per annum.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Leads the full Open Call process from start to finish. This includes preparing and posting documents, online public bid openings, reviewing and evaluating bids, issuing purchase orders or contracts, and answering questions from suppliers.
• Works closely with internal departments and suppliers to make sure specifications are clear, accurate, and meet business needs, and to decide the best way goods or services should be delivered.
• Administers contracts by working with legal services, staff, and end users to ensure all agreements follow public procurement rules and regulations.
• Provides ongoing support and administration for long-term contracts throughout their entire term.
• Responsible for all government reporting, is the main contact for government standing offer agreements, and ensures these agreements are available to College staff.
• Advises departments and agencies on procurement laws, policies, and trade agreements, and explains how these rules apply to all purchases. Recommends updates to policies and legislation when needed.
• Resolves supplier issues and works with government officials at all levels on all Standing Offer Agreements and contract matters. 
• Provides guidance to procurement staff on policies, legislation, and procedures.
• Works with accounts payable and budgeting teams to resolve invoice and purchase order issues.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Screening Criteria

Screening criteria has been updated.

• Diploma in Business Administration, or related field (equivalencies will be considered).
• Experience in procurement and purchasing activities.  
• Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) Designation, or equivalent (asset). 

Assessment Criteria

• Knowledge of procurement and purchasing activities and regulations.
• Knowledge of contract administration practices.
• Ability to interpret and apply policy and legislation.
• Ability to manage time and tasks effectively.
• Analytical and evaluation skills.
• Ability to work independently with accountability.
• Ability to effectively exchange information.
• Professionalism.
• Ability to resolve issues or disputes. 

Conditions of Offer

• When requested by the Employer, a recent and satisfactory Certificate of Conduct must be provided.
• Verification of credentials and applicable licenses, certifications, and/or professional memberships as required for the position.

Conditions of Acceptance

College of the North Atlantic (CNA) recognizes the importance of and is committed to offering flexible work arrangements to its employees. The successful applicant may qualify for a telework arrangement within the province, subject to eligibility criteria. Where appropriate, consideration may be given to a primarily remote, hybrid, or ad-hoc arrangement. However, as a place-based organization, candidates are expected to report to the specified work location identified in this job posting, as all positions will involve some degree of on-site work, unless otherwise indicated.

Applicant Information

• This position is located at Headquarters- Stephenville.
• Applications must be submitted online through https://www.cna.nl.ca/careers/opportunities on or before the closing date stated for this job posting.
• It is the responsibility of the applicant to submit an application that demonstrates the required screening criteria. Applications that do not clearly and effectively demonstrate the required criteria will be screened out of the competition. 
• Preference will be given to applicants who are a Canadian citizen, permanent resident of Canada, or those who are legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Applicants who elect to include a cover letter (optional) must upload cover letter and résumé as a combined document (PDF). 
• Information submitted as part of the application process must be clear, factual, and current to date of submission and is subject to verification. 
• Applicants will be notified of their status throughout each stage of the recruitment process.
• An offer of employment is conditional upon the satisfactory completion and review of all pre-employment requirements by the College.
• The results from this competition may be used to fill similar vacancies.

Closing Statement

For more information about this job opportunity or should you require an accommodation as part of this recruitment and selection process, please contact Stephanie Rideout, Selection Board Chair, by email at stephanie.rideout@cna.nl.ca.

College of the North Atlantic (CNA) strives to create an organizational culture that welcomes and amplifies diverse perspectives, nurtures belonging and actively seeks to eliminate barriers to equity. We invite all interested individuals to apply, and as part of our shared commitment to the advancement of equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) as a true reflection of CNA’s core values (Excellence, Integrity, Diversity, Respect and Transparency), we encourage applications from equity-seeking groups including, but not limited to, Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, those who identify as women, and members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.

We appreciate your interest in College of the North Atlantic!