BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
The Product Distribution Centre (PDC) Purchasing Team is an established team of 12 dedicated professionals who work together to ensure essential medical, pharmaceutical, personal care, and other critical products reach government programs, public sector organizations, and the people who rely on them across British Columbia. In this role, you will collaborate with Purchasing and Supply Chain Supervisors, Buyers, Customer Service Account Managers, Warehouse staff, and other supply chain professionals in a respectful, inclusive, and supportive environment where diverse perspectives are valued. Together, the team manages the procurement and supply of approximately $50 million in goods annually, helping ensure regulatory compliance, responsible purchasing practices, and reliable access to products that support the health, independence, and quality of life of British Columbians.

The Role
As a Procurement and Contract Officer, you will play a key role in supporting the PDC Purchasing Team's mandate by leading procurement activities, developing and administering contracts, and building strong supplier relationships to ensure critical products and services are available when they are needed most. Working collaboratively with clients, suppliers, and cross-functional teams, you will manage procurement projects, analyze risks and data, support regulatory compliance, and help address complex supply chain challenges in an inclusive environment where diverse perspectives and experiences are valued. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact by helping ensure British Columbians supported through provincial programs have reliable access to life-sustaining products that help maintain their health, independence, and quality of life, while delivering best value for government and the public.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Certificate or higher in Supply Chain Management or Procurement and Contract Management program, AND a minimum of 2 years recent experience; or
• Secondary School Diploma or equivalent (GED), AND a minimum of 5 years recent experience.

Recent experience (within last 5 years) must include a minimum of 2 years in ALL of the following:

• Purchasing in a supply chain management position as well as procurement and contract management.
• Logistics, inventory management in a purchasing department within a wholesale or retail distribution organization/warehouse environment.
• Experience using Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Systems e.g. SAP.
• Experience typing, formatting and editing a variety of documents and materials using desktop tools such as Word, Excel and Outlook.

Preference may be given to applicants that have one (1) or more of the following:

• Experience in performing supply chain analysis and risk assessment to determine options and make recommendations.
• Experience in procuring Health Canada licensed medical devices and products.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Eric.Mak@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
This position is based in Coquitlam.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 4 days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future and/or current permanent vacancies.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

Working for the BC Public Service:
The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Inuit or Métis) applicants originating from the land now known as Canada, seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.

How to Apply:
Your resume and/or cover letter must clearly show that you meet the education and experience requirements. Highlight the required qualifications and support them with specific examples, such as your responsibilities, projects you've worked on, or accomplishments. Find more information on the recruitment process, including helpful tips and videos about the application process, visit the Your Job Application page of MyHR.

Cover Letter: NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

Resume: YES - Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.

Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a basic questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements.

Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting. Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Time on the closing date of the competition. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, visit the Technical Assistance page of MyHR.