Sustainable Procurement Lead

City of Edmonton•Edmonton, AB

2d•CA$101,840 - CA$128,679

About The Position

The City of Edmonton is seeking a dynamic Sustainable Procurement Lead to champion innovative solutions and drive positive change. In this role, you will be a key player in shaping the implementation of the City's sustainable procurement policy and practices, collaborating with diverse Community Partners to minimize environmental impact and maximize social benefit. As a strategic thinker and change agent, you will develop and implement actionable plans, policies, and frameworks, ensuring alignment with the City's broader sustainability goals. You will also provide expert guidance and training to City staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Economics, Commerce, Finance or a related Discipline
A minimum of five (5) years, progressively responsible experience in a combination of: strategic and operational business planning, working with corporate performance measures and budgets; business case development
Experience managing and working with various Community Partners (internal/external)
Knowledge in the following areas: Sustainability, ESG - Environmental, Social, Governance, JEDI - Justice, Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, Market leading practices & trends related to sustainable procurement
Knowledge of public sector purchasing trade agreements, partnerships and applicable regulations
Entrepreneurial mentality, assertive, diplomatic, and results-oriented
Proactive professional with strong business acumen
Demonstrated leadership and team building skills
Ability to analyze complex information and make timely decisions
Proven planning and organizational skills to manage delivery
Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies
Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation and inclusion

Nice To Haves

Lived experience, knowledge, training and/or education related to First Nation, Metis, and Inuit communities
Previous experience building and maintaining relationships with Indigenous partners and communities
Experience engaging with diverse interest holders
Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) designation, Certified Public Procurement Officer (CPPO) and/or other relevant professional designations
Experience in a diversified procurement, contract management and/or supply chain management environment
Experience supporting and leading sustainability projects/portfolios in a procurement context
Experience working with ERP systems such as SAP Ariba
Additional training in sustainability; social enterprises; social/benefit driven procurement; financial management; public administration; government relations; project management; and/or change management

Responsibilities

Develop and recommend strategic direction and tactical plans for the implementation of the City’s Sustainable Procurement Policy C556C, ensuring integration with organizational goals and priorities
Enhance the City’s policy implementation through identification, execution and operationalization of recommended activities which meet strategic objectives to leverage City purchases to achieve positive Indigenous, social and environmental benefits for the community
Create action plans with clear deliverables for short and long-term
Successfully implement plans, metrics, and reporting mechanisms, following direction from CPSS Branch Leadership team and City Council
Exercise influence to ensure suppliers, community and industry organizations, and the City’s internal Community Partners understand the purpose and principles of the Sustainable Procurement program
Develop and implement tools, guidelines and processes related to Social Procurement, Indigenous Procurement, Environmental Sustainability; and Ethical Standards
Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of sustainable processes within CPSS and lead initiatives on behalf of CPSS
Develop and implement procedures within different business units and the CPSS branch to ensure compliance to policy and related reporting requirements
Lead the development of supplier engagement activities including annual events and webinars explaining the procurement process
Other procurement responsibilities