Senior Buyer

If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, share our values and have a desire to learn and grow, join

The City of Calgary. City employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities which make a difference in our community. We support work-life balance, promote physical and psychological safety, and offer competitive wages, pensions, and benefits. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life. The City is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request. 

Calgary Housing (CH) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of The City of Calgary. CH is a purpose-driven social enterprise and the largest housing operator in Calgary, providing safe and affordable housing to more than 27,000 Calgarians.

As a Senior Buyer, you will implement procurement policies and procedures within Calgary Housing (CH), while working strategically with our clients.  Primary duties include:

• Develop sourcing strategies, educate and lead the client through the procurement process.
• Compose Request for Proposals (RFPs), Request for Tenders (RFTs) and other RFx types.
• Develop new construction contracts, templates and contract management documents.
• Develop positive client, supplier and internal procurement relationships. 
• Recommend standardized approach of commonly used items or services. 
• Exercise independent judgement, while applying procurement principles and practices. 
• Develop actions for cost reduction and cost avoidance. 
• Provide guidance, training and mentoring to staff, using knowledge and shared experience on procurement practices, Calgary Housing and public procurement law. 
• Establish vendor relations; enhance and evaluate contracts. 
• Ensure consistency of documentation, adhering to policies and procedures.
• Support clients and team members with technology systems including Yardi, Alberta Purchasing Connection (APC) and SAP Ariba.

Qualifications 

• A completed diploma in Business, Supply Chain Management, Public Administration, or a related field and at least 8 years of progressively responsible experience in procurement, preferably in a large, complex, and regulated environment, OR;
• A degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Public Administration, or a related field OR a Professional Designation, with formal educational component, in Business, Supply Chain Management, Public Administration or a related field and at least 5 or more years of progressively responsible experience in procurement, preferably in a large, complex, and regulated public sector organization. 
• A valid Class 5 Driver's Licence (or provincial equivalent) with no more than 6 demerits and the use of a personal vehicle for business purposes.
• Proficiency in professional public sector purchasing, construction contracting, residential procurement, IT Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems procurement, contract law and trade agreements.
• Completion of the Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) designation will be considered an asset.
• Success in this position requires strong communication skills, a proactive and positive customer service approach, creativity, adaptability, flexibility and resiliency.

 Pre-employment Requirements 

• Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.

 

Position and Pay Information

• Business Unit: Calgary Housing
• Union: CUPE Local 38
• Position Type: 1 Temporary (up to 22 months)
• Compensation: Pay Grade 12 $48.54 - 64.88 per hour
• Hours of work: Standard 35 hour work week.
• Days of work: This position works a 5-day work week with 1 day off in a 3 week cycle.
• Location: 200, 2535 3 Avenue SE
• Audience: Internal/External
• Apply By: October 1, 2026
• Job ID: 315320