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School District #73 (Kamloops/Thompson)

Buyer

Kamloops, BC, Canada

Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Oct 28, 2026
Experience: Minimum of 4 years proven previous work experience in Purchasing as an intermediate Buyer.
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 28, 2026

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Original job description

School District No. 73 (Kamloops-Thompson) is currently accepting applications for the position of Buyer.

This is a full-time permanent position. Following successful completion of the probationary period, the incumbent will be eligible for Extended Health and Dental Benefits, as well as Group Life and LTD Insurance. School District No. 73 belongs to the Municipal Pension Plan.

Under the limited supervision of the Purchasing Manager, the Buyer arranges for the purchases of goods and services requiring knowledge gained through research for the School District. Work is varied and requires the incumbent to comprehend, judge and make responsible decisions based on School District need and available product knowledge.

Typical Duties

Receives and Reviews purchase requisitions and consults with School District staff regarding requirements for the acquisition of equipment, supplies and services, including specification, quantity, quality, costs and delivery dates: recommends substitutes to improve delivery and/or costs.
Monitors Purchase Requisitions and Orders for compliance with contractual terms and conditions and carries out follow-up activities, such as monitoring insurance and WorkSafe clearance, delivery dates, resolving shipping problems, respond to inquiries and complaints, investigating order discrepancies, reviewing backorder situations, making price adjustments, and arranging for credit, return or exchange as appropriate; mediates disputes that may arise between parties.
Researches and selects suppliers, goods and services according to reliability, price, specifications, terms and conditions.
Contacts suppliers for information such as price, delivery dates, quality, suitability, and taxes; selects suppliers, negotiates prices and delivery dates and places orders for a variety of equipment, supplies and services either by phone, in person or electronically utilizing the computerized purchasing system, the Internet or other computerized software; and maintains related files and records.
Provides relevant supply management information to appropriate internal and external agencies as required.
Prepares specifications, conditions and legal binding documents for the formal tendering of equipment, supplies and services utilizing word processing and spreadsheet software and knowledge of the BC Bid process.
Solicits and analyzes quotations from vendors in terms of price, quality and conformity to specifications and negotiates resultant supplies and services contracts and/or places purchase orders.
Answers inquiries and provides information to District staff on purchasing policies and procedures.
Arranges reassignment of District equipment internally, and disposal of obsolete equipment via the BC Auction process.
Administers volume licensing software – example: Windows and Adobe.
Assists with administering the district purchasing card program
Maintains district atrieve Warehouse Inventory System module
Maintains annual service contracts and facility lease contract files as assigned
Required to follow all safe work procedures, participate in Occupational Health and Safety Training, and report any hazards in the workplace
Performs other related duties as assigned

Abilities, Knowledge And Skills

Intermediate/Advanced ability in using Word Processing and Spreadsheet software, such as MS Word and Excel (or similar tools such as Open Office and Google docs and sheets).
Ability to conduct extensive internet research and utilize internet business ordering portals.
Knowledge of public sector legal requirements and related procurement practices as governed by NWPTA, TILMA, FOIA, AIT, and other trade agreements as applicable.
Ability to organize and prioritize workload.
Ability to communicate and maintain effective working relationships with District staff, in addition to various outside agencies/suppliers.
Ability to comprehend and utilize applicable tax exemptions available to the School District.
Ability to assign, direct and guide the work of those employees in a lower classification, as assigned by the Purchasing Manager.
Ability to answer inquiries relating to technical purchases requiring significant research and provide appropriate information concerning Purchasing policies and procedures.
Working knowledge of School District product and service requirements.

Qualifications

Grade 12
Completion of the 4 core SCMA SMT Technical courses:
Procurement
Logistics
Transportation
Operations Management
Minimum of 4 years proven previous work experience in Purchasing as an intermediate Buyer.
Working knowledge of Public Sector Purchasing policies and procedures.

We thank you for your interest in employment with School District No. 73. However, please note only those individuals shortlisted to move forward in the selection process will be contacted.

School District No. 73 is an equal opportunity employer. All applications are considered on the basis of their suitability for the position(s), regardless of the gender, age, sexual orientation, religion, racial origin, marital status and/or disabilities of the prospective candidate.

If reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Associate Superintendent John Wiedrick, .

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Responsibilities

Researches suppliers and purchases equipment, supplies, and services, including negotiating prices and delivery terms, analyzing quotations, and preparing tender and contract documents. Monitors orders and contracts, maintains purchasing and inventory records, supports district staff with procurement policies, and coordinates equipment reassignment and disposal.

Requirements

Requires Grade 12, completion of the four core SCMA SMT Technical courses, and at least four years of purchasing experience as an intermediate Buyer. Candidates must have working knowledge of public sector purchasing and procurement requirements, along with strong research, organization, communication, and word-processing and spreadsheet skills.

Skills

Purchasing
Procurement
Supplier Research and Selection
Contract Negotiation
Tendering
Quotation Analysis
Purchase Order Management
Inventory Management
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Internet Research
Public Sector Procurement
Workload Prioritization
Communication
Records Management
Occupational Health and Safety

Benefits

Extended Health Benefits
Dental Benefits
Group Life Insurance
Long-Term Disability Insurance
Municipal Pension Plan

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Hiring contact

John Wiedrick

Keywords

Purchasing
Procurement
Supply Chain
SCMA SMT Technical Courses
Procurement Logistics
Public Sector Purchasing
Supplier Selection
Contract Negotiation
Tendering
BC Bid
Purchase Requisitions
Purchase Orders
Quotation Analysis
WorkSafe Clearance
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
OpenOffice
Google Docs
Google Sheets
Internet Research
Business Ordering Portals
NWPTA
TILMA
FOIA
AIT
Tax Exemptions
Atrieve Warehouse Inventory System
BC Auction
Purchasing Card Program

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