<p>Our client is seeking an <strong>Advisor, Corporate Procurement </strong>to support a leading agriculture organization in <strong>Calgary </strong>on a long-term contract basis. This role will focus on IT procurement, including software, hardware, consulting, specialized services, and contingent labour. The successful candidate will lead sourcing activities, negotiate contracts, manage supplier relationships, and support strategic procurement initiatives.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead sourcing and contract negotiations for IT goods and services, securing competitive terms and managing risk.</li><li>Research market conditions and evaluate suppliers to support procurement strategies and vendor selection.</li><li>Develop scopes of work, specifications, and sourcing documents for competitive bidding processes.</li><li>Collaborate with internal stakeholders throughout bid development, evaluation, and supplier selection.</li><li>Review proposals and provide recommendations for contract awards and supplier engagement.</li><li>Prepare contract summaries, coordinate approvals and signatures, and maintain accurate procurement records.</li><li>Support the use and continuous improvement of procurement systems, including SAP Ariba.</li><li>Resolve invoicing and payment issues in collaboration with suppliers, buyers, and finance teams.</li><li>Monitor contract performance, spending, compliance, and cost savings.</li><li>Support corporate procurement initiatives and the implementation of category strategies.</li></ul><p><br></p>

<p><strong>Requirements:</strong></p><ul><li>Experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or contract administration, preferably in a corporate or enterprise environment.</li><li>Proven ability to negotiate supplier agreements and manage commercial discussions involving technology, services, or contingent labour.</li><li>Strong analytical skills, including proposal evaluation, spend analysis, and developing sourcing recommendations.</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with procurement, sourcing, or contract management systems.</li><li>Understanding of procurement compliance, purchasing practices, and procure-to-pay processes, including invoice and payment issue resolution.</li><li>Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate across procurement, finance, and business teams.</li><li>Excellent organizational and planning skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>How to Apply:</strong> </p><p>  </p><p>To be considered for this contract role, click the “Apply Now!” link or by using the Robert Half mobile app. Download it on the App Store or get it on Google Play today! </p><p>  </p><p>Reference Number:  05000-0013537984</p><p>  </p><p>Robert Half would like to thank all applicants for their expressed interest however, only those candidates identified for interview will be contacted. </p>

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