Procurement Specialist

Alberta Blue Cross

. Coordinate assigned contract renewals with internal stakeholders, confirming current business requirements and supporting timely completion .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeCanadaJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in sourcing, contract renewals, and vendor management, with strong analytical skills to assess financial and contractual information. Proficient in procurement processes and systems, ensuring compliance with established policies while fostering effective stakeholder relationships.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Sourcing Specialist ExperienceContract Renewals ManagementVendor Negotiation SkillsProficiency With Microsoft OfficeSupply Chain Management Designation

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Hard Skills

SourcingContract RenewalsQuotation AnalysisMarket ResearchFinancial AnalysisProcurement ProcessesRisk AssessmentNegotiationTime ManagementProblem Solving

Soft Skills

Clear CommunicationCollaborationProfessional JudgmentService OrientationOrganizational Skills

Tools & Technologies

Procurement SystemsCoupaMicrosoft Office

Certifications & Qualifications

Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP)Certified Commercial Practitioner (CCMP)Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS)

Industry Keywords

Contract ManagementProcurement PoliciesStakeholder EngagementRisk ManagementCommercial Terms

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Coordinate assigned contract renewals with internal stakeholders, confirming current business requirements and supporting timely completion
Execute low to medium dollar and complexity sourcing activities, including spot buys and selected requests for information, quotations, or proposals
Request and assess vendor quotations, conduct market research, and compare year-over-year costs to support competitive pricing and informed recommendations
Negotiate and coordinate low to medium-risk agreements, including non-disclosure agreements, contractor agreements, statements of work, and routine contract renewals
Build effective working relationships with internal stakeholders and vendors, providing practical guidance on procurement processes, pricing, and contract terms
Coordinate required reviews with Legal, Risk, Privacy, and other internal partners
Monitor procurement systems and reports to identify upcoming contract expiries, renewals, and assigned sourcing activities
Follow up to keep procurement work on schedule
Work within established procurement and contract policies and procedures
Escalate material scope, cost, risk, or stakeholder issues as appropriate
Receive overall direction and one-to-one mentoring from the Manager of Strategic Sourcing and Procurement

Requirements

What you’ll need

A bachelor’s degree, a supply chain management designation such as SCMP, CCMP, or CIPS, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience
Minimum of two years of experience in a sourcing specialist, buyer, purchasing, or procurement role
Foundational knowledge of sourcing, contract renewals, quotation analysis, and core commercial terms and conditions
Ability to analyze and summarize financial and contractual information, including year-over-year pricing and proposed increases
Research skills to assess market pricing and support competitive purchasing decisions
Clear written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with internal stakeholders and vendors
Sound organization and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple renewals and sourcing activities and meet deadlines
Professional judgment and ability to recognize when an issue requires escalation or additional review
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ability to learn and use procurement systems
Experience with Coupa or a similar procure-to-pay platform is an asset
Collaborative, service-oriented approach and commitment to fairness, integrity, openness, and transparency
Criminal record check satisfactory to Alberta Blue Cross required as a condition of employment following a conditional offer

Benefits

Comp & perks

Diversity-valuing workplace
Healthy work-life balance
Opportunities for career growth
Innovative, high-energy, team-focused work environment
One-to-one mentoring from the Manager of Strategic Sourcing and Procurement