Procurement Business Partner

The Opportunity:

The Ministry of SaskBuilds and Procurement (SBP) is home to the government’s Procurement Management Division (PMD). PMD brings procurement professionals and expertise into a single organization that is focused on excellence and service. PMD provides services to the public and other ministries that support efforts to build the economy and make a better life for all Saskatchewan people.

SBP is seeking an innovative, responsible, and results-oriented individual to join the PMD team as a Procurement Business Partner in the Construction Branch.

Based in Regina, this position will allow you the opportunity to demonstrate your leadership skills, passion, and technical expertise with an organization that holds deep-rooted values of Respect and Integrity, Serving Citizens, Excellence, Innovation, Transparency and Fairness, and Acting as One Team.

• Create, implement, and maintain new procurement models, policies, and processes to improve procurement performance across all phases of the acquisition life cycle.
• Research, identify, and manage all aspects of complex, competitive procurement processes, including strategic sourcing, data retrieval, analysis, and trend evaluation.
• Consult with other provinces to identify specific needs and ensure compliance with inter-jurisdictional rules and regulations for intra-provincial procurement opportunities.
• Develop relationships and liaise with senior ministry, agency, and Crown Corporation officials to guide them through strategic procurement processes.
• Clearly and accurately explain and interpret policy standards and provide recommendations to enhance client understanding of procurement policies, programs, laws, and procedures.
• Provide professional expertise using project management methods to achieve business requirements and ensure best-value procurement outcomes.

Job Capabilities:

As a public servant, we are seeking someone who:

• Is accountable, takes ownership of their work by contributing to organizational outcomes and demonstrates the corporate values in our Commitment to Excellence.
• Is innovative and seeks out ways for improvement by thinking creatively, identifying new ideas and taking responsible risks.
• Works collaboratively with others to understand, engage and have meaningful dialogue to achieve work outcomes.
• Is inclusive, identifies and is aware of personal bias, and readily seeks out and appreciates diverse perspectives.
• Is adaptable, continuously learns from experience and applies those learnings to new situations.
• Focuses on achieving public service excellence.

Technical Knowledge and

Skills

The successful candidate will have:

• Knowledge of applicable procurement thresholds, regulations, and procedures; and
• Problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills, along with strong attention to detail.

Typically, the knowledge and abilities required for this position would be:

• A procurement certification and/or a relevant undergraduate degree; or
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered; or
• Experience in complex, end-to-end procurements and working within the public sector environment is highly desirable.

Skills

• Communication (Level C)
• Critical Thinking (Level C)
• Digital Skills (Level C)
• Interacting with Others (Level C)
• Navigating Ambiguity (Level C)
• Managing Self (Level C)
• Health, Safety and Wellness (Level A)
• Data Literacy (Level C)
• Influence (Level C)
• Political and Organizational Awareness (Level C)

Learn more about the Government of Saskatchewan’s Capabilities and Skills Framework here.

What We Offer

• Dynamic and challenging work
• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package including pension
• Vacation, scheduled days off, and other types of leave
• Inclusive work environments
• Career growth, development, and advancement opportunities
• Flexible work arrangements

Our Commitment to Excellence:

The Government of Saskatchewan upholds deep-rooted values of Respect and Integrity, Serving Citizens, Excellence and Innovation, and Acting as One Team.