Purchasing Assistant

Description

Summary: We are seeking a Procurement Assistant to support vendor life cycle management, contracting, performance monitoring, and relationship building within our team. Highlights: 1. Assist with vendor life cycle, onboarding, and contract renewals 2. Engage and influence vendors on ESG commitments 3. Build and analyze industry and vendor specific reports We are looking for a **Procurement Assistant** to join our team to assist with vendor life cycle, onboarding, contracting, performance monitoring, relationship building and contract renewals. **Additional responsibilities include the following:** * Work closely with the projects team to understand details of strategic procurement requirements including sourcing, pre\-qualification, etc. * Initiate and renew contracts including framework agreements, service line agreements, etc., negotiate pricing, terms, and provisions * Engage, educate, and influence indirect and direct vendors to align to GHDs Environmental, Sustainable and Governance (ESG) commitments * Establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with internal and external partners * Measure and monitor vendor performance and compliance with agreements, contracts, conduct quarterly and annual performance reviews and provide feedback to team on gaps, and business opportunities * Build industry, vendor, category, business unit, etc. specific reports, analyze data, and report on gaps and opportunities to the team including vendor segmentation * Assist in growing GHD’s supplier diversity program Perform all responsibilities within GHD Procurement Guidelines and ensure relevant processes and procedures are followed * **Our Hybrid Work Model:** Be part of the dynamic culture! Our workplace thrives on a hybrid model, combining in\-office collaboration and flexibility. Join us in the office three days a week to contribute, connect and excel in our vibrant environment. **What you’ll bring to the team:** * 2\+ years of strategic procurement experience including data analysis, sourcing, vendor management, and contract management * High proficiency with data management and analysis tools such as SQL, Power BI, Excel (intermediate to expert) * Strong communication skills and problem\-solving skills * Excellent English verbal and written communication skills * Ability to prioritize and multitask * Proactive attitude towards work, teamwork, and cooperation * English Proficiency * Previous experience with Salesforce is considered an asset * Degree or certification in business administration, procurement, finance, or related field preferred