Job Title - Procurement Specialist (Technology Procurement)
Location - Edmonton, AB, Canada – Remote (Must be local to Alberta; occasional onsite required)
Employment Type - Contract (Incorporated Only)
About the Role
We are seeking a Procurement Specialist to support Technology Procurements for Court Technology Services (CTS) within the Government of Alberta’s Justice division. The successful candidate will manage end-to-end procurement processes, ensuring compliance with public sector trade agreements, procurement policies, and governance standards.
This role requires strong experience in IT procurement, contract management, and public-sector procurement frameworks.
Key Responsibilities
• Develop and prepare procurement and contracting documentation to support transparent and compliant open competition processes
• Lead RFPs, NRFPs, RFIs, RFQs, RFXs, evaluations, debriefings, and contract negotiations
• Draft, review, and manage vendor contracts in complex enterprise environments
• Provide procurement advisory services to internal stakeholders, project managers, and senior leadership
• Ensure compliance with trade agreements such as NWPTA, CETA, CFTA, and CUSMA
• Support procurements under public-sector procurement legislation and Government of Alberta policies
• Manage procurement activities for modernization initiatives, digital programs, and cloud-based solutions
• Evaluate pricing models, contract risks, and cost structures
• Support procurement of software, hardware, cloud services, cybersecurity tools, and digital platforms
• Collaborate with business and IT leadership to define project objectives, scope, risks, timelines, and budget alignment
• Prepare procurement reports and present findings to steering committees and stakeholders
• Track procurement milestones, risks, and issue resolution processes
• Maintain documentation and ensure adherence to governance standards
Mandatory Skills & Qualifications
• Post-secondary education in supply chain, procurement, business, or related field (minimum 2-year diploma)
• Recognized procurement certification (e.g., SCMA, CPPO, or equivalent)
• Minimum 5+ years leading formal competitive procurement processes (RFP/RFQ/RFX)
• 8+ years of experience drafting and managing vendor contracts
• 7+ years of experience applying trade agreements
• 8+ years procuring under public-sector procurement frameworks
• Experience documenting enterprise IT application architectures within large environments
• Strong analytical skills in evaluating cost models and contract risks
• Must reside and work from within Alberta
• Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident, or Open Work Permit
Contract Details
Job ID: GOAPRDJP00000846
Contract Duration: April 1, 2026 – April 1, 2027
Work Model & Requirements
• Primarily remote; occasional onsite meetings in Edmonton as required
• Standard hours: 08:15 – 16:30 Alberta Time
• Government of Alberta will provide equipment
• Criminal record check required prior to engagement
• Mandatory completion of FOIP and security awareness training upon onboarding
Why Join Us
• Work with cutting-edge technologies in a collaborative environment
• Professional growth opportunities and training support
• Inclusive, equitable, and respectful workplace culture
About NetworkPedia
NetworkPedia is a certified women-owned technology and talent solutions company, providing IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, managed services, and specialized recruitment across North Americas and beyond. Our mission is to empower organizations with secure, scalable, and innovative technology while building inclusive teams that reflect the communities we serve.
As a trusted partner, we deliver expertise across networking, cloud, IT service management, and security operations, along with staffing solutions for niche technology roles. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in all our hiring practices and ensure that our opportunities are open to all qualified applicants, without discrimination on the basis of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or disability.
How to Apply
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