Manager, Purchasing

British Columbia Institute of Technology

British Columbia Institute of Technology

Administration

CAD 100,739-138,516 / year

Posted on Apr 29, 2026

Position Details

Position Information
Position Title Manager, Purchasing
Who We Are
At BCIT, putting people at the core of everything we do is paramount. This idea is the foundation of BCIT’s People Vision, which describes the Institute’s goals and priorities in respect to our people. In a complex and uncertain world, it’s vital our people feel valued, supported and connected. BCIT champions a culture of innovation and global progress through people’s imagination and creativity. With a competitive compensation package, great work-life balance, and career advancement opportunities, see why we’ve earned the title of one of BC’s Top Employers for over ten years running.
Position Summary
BCIT’s Corporate Services is seeking a temporary, full-time (1.0 FTE) Manager, Purchasing. This position provides leadership and direction over a variety of Purchasing and administrative duties relating to the competitive bidding of construction projects, capital equipment, materials and services. The position oversees competitive bidding strategy and develops complex contracts related to new construction, renovation and associated professional services. The position will provide oversight and direction to staff regarding Purchasing policy, procedure and contract administration.

This position is a 3‑month contract with the possibility of extension up to 1 year, subject to performance and business needs.

To explore this opportunity further, and to submit an application, please apply to this posting via our Recruitment Partner: Horizon Recruitment
Duties & Responsibilities
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Oversees the Purchasing management, procedure and administration for competitive bidding related to required capital equipment, materials, new construction, renovation and professional services through various competitive bidding formats.
  • Provides professional and specialized advice, consultation and scrutiny in the development and review of complex contracts and proposals. This includes making recommendations on project delivery method, competitive bidding format, insurance, bonding and risk management issues related to the review of various competitive bidding strategies that are unique, complex and highly technical in nature.
  • Utilizes creative and innovative business best practices to review, analyze, prepare and negotiate equipment, supply and service contracts, leases and agreements.
  • Establishes and maintains relationships with vendors, contractors, consultants and suppliers regarding products, contracts and services.
  • Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service.
  • Provides direction and leadership by setting objectives, planning, managing, developing policies and developing staff to ensure that operations support the Institute’s strategic objectives.
  • Designs, develops, and maintains related procedures that support efficiency and effectiveness of organizational objectives and goals and adherence to established standards and guidelines that affect all internal and external stakeholders.

Leadership:
  • Provides direction and establishes employee development that promotes competence, productivity, and customer-focused solutions.
  • Coaches and mentors employees on competitive bidding and contract formation for required equipment, projects and services.

Financial:
  • Develops and prepares the annual departmental budget including budget projections and recommendations.
  • Administers, monitors, assesses, forecasts, ensures control of the operating unit’s budgets.

Professional Development and Leadership:
  • Participates in professional organizations and keeps current on state of the art initiatives in Purchasing practices.
  • In the absence of the Associate Director, Corporate Services, acts as the designated representative, assuming authority within established policies and procedures.

To explore this opportunity further, and to submit an application, please apply to this posting via our Recruitment Partner: Horizon Recruitment
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS:

  • A Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, or Law, coupled with technical training in Supply management and/or Contract management.
  • Professional certification through the Purchasing Management Association of Canada (SCMP) is desirable.
  • Minimum of 5 years of current relevant experience, which includes knowledge and experience with all facets of competitive bidding negotiated request for proposal process and construction contracting.
  • A combination of education and experience may be considered.
  • Ability to interpret and make decisions in accordance with regulations and policies governing the purchase and contracting of commodities, equipment, construction projects and services for the Institute.
  • Proven strong technical writing skills. Strong leadership and transition management skills.
  • Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills and a high degree of self-motivation and business acumen.

To explore this opportunity further, and to submit an application, please apply to this posting via our Recruitment Partner: Horizon Recruitment
Additional Information
Benefits – Why you’d love working with us

  • Competitive pay
  • Minimum of twenty-five days of vacation
  • Competitive employer-paid extended health and dental plan including access to a Health Care Spending Account of up to $500 if eligible!
  • Defined benefit pension plan with employer contributions
  • Flexible hybrid work arrangements available
  • Professional Development funds and resources
  • Access to most BCIT Flexible Learning courses free of charge
  • Wellness and Employee Assistance programs
  • Complimentary membership with free access to the Fitness Centre, Gymnasium, and more
  • Eligibility requirements apply, benefits may vary depending on the employee group the position belongs to and whether the position offered is temporary or part-time. For more information on our generous benefits, click here!

BCIT is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring for systemically oppressed groups who have been excluded from full participation at BCIT and the larger community. This includes Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2S/LGBTQIA+. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

Persons with disabilities who require accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact us using our contact form. Please note that all applications must be submitted via the careers page portal. Applications submitted through the contact form will not be accepted. For additional information, please visit our frequently asked questions (FAQs) page and see how we hire.

The British Columbia Institute of Technology acknowledges that our campuses are located on the unceded traditional territories of the Coast Salish Nations of xwməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səl̓ilwətaɁɬ (Tsleil-Waututh).
Position Details
Posting Category Management
Salary Range $100,739 - $138,516, with a control point of $125,923 per annum
Additional Salary Information
The Compensation Range is the span between the minimum and the maximum base salary for a position. The control point of the range represents an employee that possesses full job knowledge, qualifications, and experience for the position. In the normal course, employees will be hired, transferred, or promoted between the minimum and the control point of the salary range for a job, taking internal equity into account. Salaries above the control point may be considered for extenuating circumstances and must be approved by an external governing body.
Department 2 Purchasing
Campus Location Burnaby campus
Bargaining Unit Management
Job Status Temporary
Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time
Number of Vacancies 1
Anticipated Start Date 05/25/2026
Anticipated End Date 08/28/2026
Competition Information
Competition Number 26M012
Competition Open Date 04/29/2026
Competition Close Date
Open Until Filled? Yes
Quicklink for Posting https://careers.bcit.ca/postings/10327

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * What is the highest level of education attained? Successful candidates will be required to submit official transcript(s) from the granting institution for verification.
    • GED
    • High School Diploma
    • Certificate
    • Diploma
    • Associates Degree
    • Bachelors Degree
    • Masters Degree
    • PHD
  2. * How many years of experience do you have in this type of position?
    • 0-1
    • 1-2
    • 3-5
    • 6-9
    • 10+
  3. * All positions at BCIT require on campus presence at the applicable campus location(s). This means the successful candidate must be able to and willing to relocate to the Lower Mainland. Please select from the following that best describes your situation:
    • I currently reside in the Lower Mainland
    • I do not currently reside in the Lower Mainland, however I am willing and able to relocate if found to be the successful candidate
    • I do not currently reside in the Lower Mainland and I am unwilling to relocate
  4. * Given the posted salary range for this position, please indicate your salary expectation should you be the successful candidate for this position.

    (Open Ended Question)

  5. * This position is temporary with an anticipated end date. At the time of posting, there is no guarantee of extension past the anticipated end date.
    • I acknowledge that there is no guarantee of extension past the anticipated end date of this temporary position.

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
Optional Documents
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