The Kativik Regional Government (KRG), a supra municipal body with jurisdiction over the territory located north of the 55th parallel, is now looking for a self-motivated and dynamic individual interested in joining the KRG to work in the capacity of:

BUYER

(Permanent - Full-Time Position)

Under the supervision of the Assistant Director of supply chain and logistics in the Administration Department, the buyer has responsibility for, without being limited to, the following duties:

• Execute purchases on a daily basis as per requests received from the different services;
• Issue purchase orders to suppliers and transmit information to internal clients;
• Follow up on purchase orders, confirm expected receiving date, and transmit information to clients;
• Proceed in the preparation of tenders, public or by invitation;
• Seek for best cost-efficiency for all goods and services purchased at KRG and produce quotation analysis;
• Search for different suppliers for KRG projects and needs and maintain a sufficient supplier database;
• Negotiate with suppliers for the best price and delivery of the required materials in the correct quantity and quality.
• Maintain and develop strong working relationships with suppliers and develop systems to monitor and report on their performance, and corrective actions are managed in a timely manner.
• Participate in the logistics of all operations related to sealift orders;
• Submit bi-annual air-cargo shipping reports;
• Participate in the revision and implementation of procurement policy and procedures;
• Establish and maintain professional relationships with suppliers;
• Work in close relationships with all KRG Departments;
• Carry out any related tasks as requested.

The selected candidate must:

• Possess a college degree in administration or vocational diploma in procurement or administration (equivalent relevant work experience and education will be considered);
• Have a minimum of 3 years of experience in procurement (purchasing, inventory control, etc.);
• Knowledge of purchasing, supply management and contracts concepts, procurement practices, and procedures;
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
• Have a positive attitude and a strong customer service focus;
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel) and procurement systems and databases. Knowledge of ACCPAC is a definite asset;
• Capacity to establish priorities and be solution-oriented;
• Be detailed-oriented, structured, and able to work under pressure during peak periods;
• Written and oral working knowledge of at least two (2) of the following languages: Inuktitut, English and French

Place of work: Kuujjuaq, Quebec

Salary: Min. $45,942 / year, Max. $77,337 / year

Benefits:

Cost of living differential: Minimum of $8,500/year

Food allowance: Minimum of $4,216/year

Annual leave trips: maximum of 3 per person annually

Simplified Pension Plan: 6% employer, 4% employee

Group Insurance

Vacation: 20 days

Statutory Holidays: 20 days including 10 during the Christmas holidays