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    "description": "<p><span style=\"color: rgb(186, 55, 42); font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold\">Position Summary</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Seabird Island is committed to fostering operational excellence through responsible procurement practices that support our programs and services. We are dedicated to creating a culturally safe and inclusive environment that respects and values Indigenous knowledge, traditions, and ways of being. We are seeking a Purchasing Agent to join our team, working collaboratively to enhance procurement processes across departments.</span></p>\n<p><br><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Under the direction of the Purchasing Manager, the Purchasing Agent is responsible for verifying goods and service orders, preparing and forwarding purchase orders, confirming receipt of goods and services, and authorizing payments. This role ensures departments have the materials and services they need for daily operations by researching cost-effective suppliers and staying current on market and pricing trends. The Purchasing Agent also plays a key role in supporting program teams and community services through timely and efficient procurement.</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"> </span></p>\n<p><span style=\"color: rgb(186, 55, 42); font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold\">What You'll Do</span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Assist with the development of cost-effective purchasing strategies. Review and evaluate current procurement activities and recommend improvements when and where required. </span><br></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Purchase the highest quality goods/materials/supplies at the lowest possible price and in the specified amounts. </span><br></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Prepare and implement effective negotiation tactics in the purchasing of goods and supplies. Negotiate or renegotiate, and administer contracts with suppliers, vendors, and other representatives.</span><br></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Prepare purchase orders, solicit bid proposals, and review requisitions for goods and services.</span><br></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Prepare purchase orders by verifying specifications and price; obtaining recommendations from suppliers for substitute items; obtaining approval from requisitioning department.</span><br></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Complete coding on purchase orders and invoicing as required. </span><br></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Submit goods and service orders as required. </span><br></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Research and evaluate suppliers based on price, quality, selection, service, support, availability, reliability, production and distribution capacities, and the supplier’s reputation and history. </span><br></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Manage relationships with key suppliers/vendors to maintain quality of goods, timely delivery, and compliance to terms of contract. </span><br></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Coordinate with suppliers to resolve any performance/standards related issues. </span><br></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Develop contract terms and conditions and administer contract changes as required. Prepare contract agreements and other documentation as needed. </span><br></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Analyze price proposals, financial reports, and other data and information to determine reasonable prices. </span><br></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Monitor and follow applicable laws and regulations. Ensure compliance with purchasing/procurement/financial procedures and contract requirements. </span><br></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Verify purchase requisitions by comparing items to master list; clarifying unclear items; resolve shipment errors; and recommend alternatives as needed. </span><br></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Monitor shipments to ensure that goods come in on time, and in the event of problems, trace shipments, expedite orders and follow-up on undelivered goods.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Confer with staff, users, and vendors to discuss defective or unacceptable goods or services and determine corrective action. </span><br></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Evaluate and monitor contract performance to ensure compliance with contractual obligations and to determine the need for changes. </span><br></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Manage, maintain, and review records of items purchased, costs, delivery times, product performance and inventories, updating records as required. </span><br></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Review catalogs, industry periodicals, directories, trade journals, and internet sites, and consult with other department personnel to locate necessary goods and services. </span><br></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Interview vendors and visit suppliers’ distribution centers to examine and learn about products, goods, services and prices. </span><br></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Arrange the payment of goods and services, duty and freight charges, as required. </span><br></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Write and review product specifications, maintaining a working technical knowledge of the goods or services to be purchased. </span><br></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Monitor changes affecting supply and demand, tracking market conditions, price trends, or future markets.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Assist with the implementation of policies and procedures for bid proposals and the procurement of goods and services. </span><br></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Attend meetings, trade shows/events/fairs, exhibitions, conferences, conventions, and seminars as required. </span><br></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Prepare and submit detailed reports (annual report, revenues, buying expenditures, etc.) as required.</span></li>\n</ul>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold\">Other Duties</span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Additional responsibilities as needed to support the community and uphold our shared values. </span></li>\n</ul>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold\">Working / Special Conditions</span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Initial and ongoing employment is subject to submission of a clear Criminal Record Review Program Check to ensure the safety and trust of the communities we serve. This check will be conducted every five years.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Initial and ongoing commitment to the values and guidelines of Sq'éwqel (Seabird Island Band), including our policies, procedures, standards of practice, and laws, is essential. This commitment supports our collective work, the community, and the responsibilities of this role.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Must possess a valid class 5 driver's license and have access to safe and reliable transportation, insured for community-based use, to effectively support projects, work, and initiatives.</span></li>\n</ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"> </span></p>\n<p><span style=\"color: rgb(186, 55, 42); font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold\">What You Bring</span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">High School Diploma or GED </span><br></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Certificate or Diploma in business administration, Commerce, Management, Accounting, Economics or other equivalent Post-Secondary Education is an asset.</span><br></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">3-5 years’ experience in a Purchasing Agent capacity or similar role</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Advanced budgeting, negotiation, bargaining and decision-making skills. </span><br></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Ability to develop strong relationships with stakeholders, vendors, and suppliers. Excellent customer service skills. </span><br></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Resourceful. Strong research and analytical skills and ability to problem solve. </span><br></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Excellent time management and organizational skills. </span><br></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Keen eye for detail and a commercial mindset. </span><br></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Ability to balance competing priorities, multitask, and to work under pressure.</span><br></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Able to demonstrate flexibility and creativity when called upon.</span><br></li>\n</ul>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold\">Preferred:</span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Indigenous candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.</span><br></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Lived experience as a member of a First Nations community.</span><br></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Knowledge and understanding of Seabird Island’s culture, traditions, teachings, community dynamics.</span><br></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Ability to respond quickly and professionally to community or colleague needs and inquiries.</span><br></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Excellent writing, editing, and verbal communication skills.<br></span></li>\n</ul>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold\">Cultural Competency:</span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Understanding of Indigenous cultures, traditions, and contemporary issues.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Experience working within Indigenous communities and applying culturally safe practices.</span></li>\n</ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"> </span></p>\n<p><span style=\"color: rgb(186, 55, 42); font-size: 12pt\"><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">How to Apply </span></span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Have a question about this role before you apply? Email <a href=\"mailto:[email protected]\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">[email protected]</a>.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and a cover letter sharing how your experience aligns with this role.</span></li>\n</ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"> </span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><span style=\"font-weight: bold\"><span style=\"color: rgb(192, 0, 0)\">Pre-Employment Screening </span></span><br></span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Seabird Island is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion. We recognize and value the unique perspectives, experiences, and contributions that Indigenous people bring to our team. We actively encourage applications from Indigenous people. Pursuant to S. 41 of the BC Human Rights Code, preference may be given to applicants of First Nations, Métis, or Inuit heritage. We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in Canada; however, we are not able to sponsor visas.</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"> </span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Employment is conditional upon completing pre-employment screening to ensure a safe and secure work environment in which students, staff, members, families, community, as well as resources, and assets are protected. All background checks, reference checks and criminal record checks are performed in accordance with Seabird Island Human Resources Policy Manual, protecting the integrity and confidentiality of information gathered during the evaluation.</span></p>\n<ul></ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold\">We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. </span></p>",
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