Procurement & Category Analyst II

Job Summary:

Under the overall direction of the Chief Procurement Officer, the Procurement & Category Analyst II coordinates assigned contract administration, renewals, procurement reporting, category analysis, and competitive procurement activities commensurate to the role. Areas include low-complexity Network Services agreements, including routine procurement and contract matters, pricing and agreement data, forward planning, and stakeholder coordination. The position also supports larger or higher-risk collaborative procurements led by a Procurement Officer, Sr. Procurement Officer or the Chief Procurement Officer and works with BCNET staff, members, and suppliers in accordance with BCNET policies, applicable trade agreement requirements, and established public-sector procurement practices.

Key Responsibilities and Duties:

Procurement

• Coordinate lower-complexity competitive procurement processes in accordance with BCNET policies, procedures, applicable trade agreement requirements, and approved procurement plans.
• Applies an understanding of procurement activities such as preparing solicitation documents, requirements, evaluation materials, procurement schedules, recommendation reports, and complete procurement records. Post competitive opportunities and coordinate controlled supplier communications, evaluation activities, clarifications, approvals, and award documentation.
• Support Procurement Officers, Sr. Procurement Officer, and the Chief Procurement Officer on complex collaborative procurements.

Contract Administration and Renewals

• Administer assigned agreements and ensure contract information, pricing, documentation, obligations, and milestones are accurate and current.
• Track and coordinate expiry dates, notice periods, renewals, extensions, amendments, pricing requirements, deliverables, close-outs, and competitive re-procurement planning.
• Maintain a forward-looking contract schedule and coordinate routine renewals and related approvals for assigned agreements.
• Prepare and administer renewal, extension, amendment, and related contract documentation within delegated parameters.
• Monitor assigned agreements for commercial, contractual, supplier, or compliance issues and escalate significant matters appropriately.

Network Services Agreements

• Working with the Network Services team, coordinate the day-to-day procurement and contract administration for assigned agreements.
• Maintain accurate records and agreement information and coordinate routine contractual and renewal matters with Network Services staff and suppliers.
• Prepare reporting and forward plans for renewals, amendments, sourcing activities, and contract milestones associated with assigned Network Services agreements.
• Act as the primary contact for routine matters within the assigned portfolio, escalating technical, commercial, legal, or higher-risk issues as appropriate.

Reporting and Data Analysis

• Analyze procurement, contract, supplier, spend, benefit, utilization, and performance data to support operational planning and category decisions.
• Prepare recurring and ad hoc reports on assigned procurements, contracts, renewals, amendments, expiries, milestones, managed spend, benefits, and key performance indicators.
• Conduct market, supplier, industry, economic, and regulatory research and contribute to business cases.
• Identify trends, risks, data gaps, and opportunities and provide clear findings and recommendations within the scope of the role.
• Develop presentations, dashboards, summaries, templates, and governance reporting materials for internal and external stakeholders.

Supplier and Stakeholder Management

• Maintain effective working relationships with BCNET members, suppliers, and internal teams.
• Coordinate routine procurement, contract administration, renewal, reporting, and supplier follow-up activities for assigned agreements.
• Support resolution of routine supplier and contract issues and coordinate corrective actions, escalating significant matters as appropriate.
• Collect, assess, and maintain supplier performance information where required.

Compliance and Continuous Improvement

• Working with the Chief Procurement Officer, apply BCNET procurement policies, procedures, documentation requirements, conflict-of-interest requirements, applicable legislation, trade agreements, and established procurement practices.
• Maintain complete, accurate, and auditable procurement and contracting records.
• Identify potential compliance concerns and escalate them appropriately.
• Travel, as necessary, to BCNET member institutions and communities throughout British Columbia.
• Perform other related duties consistent with the scope and level of the position.

Qualifications and Skills:

• University degree in supply chain, procurement, operations and logistics, finance, business administration, data analytics, or a relevant discipline; an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.
• Minimum three years of relevant experience in procurement, contract administration, category analysis, reporting, or a related environment, including experience coordinating renewals or lower-complexity procurements.
• Working knowledge of competitive procurement, contract administration, supplier management, public-sector accountability, and trade agreement requirements.
• Experience supporting technology, telecommunications, network, infrastructure, or other service agreements is considered an asset.
• Strong data analysis and problem-solving capability, including the ability to identify key information, risks, trends, and recommended actions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including advanced competency in Excel and Word. Experience with contract management, customer relationship management, sourcing, or reporting systems is an asset.
• Strong written, oral, interpersonal, facilitation, organizational, multitasking, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently within established authority, manage multiple assignments, and escalate significant issues appropriately.
• Purchasing, supply management, contract management, or related professional training or certification is considered an asset.

Benefits & Perks:

• Hybrid Work Model: Flexibility to work remotely and in-office.
• Health Benefits: Comprehensive coverage, including dental, vision, and a wellness allowance.
• Pension Plan: Secure your future with our defined benefits pension plan.
• Professional Development: Annual allowance for skill-building and growth opportunities.
• Paid Time Off: Generous vacation days, personal days, sick days and year-end office closure.
• Volunteer Day: One paid day annually to support a cause you care about.
• Inclusive Culture: Supportive workplace with team-building events and activities.
• Convenient Office Location: Easy access by transit and close to great coffee spots.

About BCNET

Who We Are

We are a small dynamic team that loves what we do and thrives on our ability to make a difference for our higher education member community in British Columbia. Our diverse team is passionate, collaborative, responsive and entrepreneurial. We share a desire for learning and working together for the greater good of each other and our members. With a flexible work environment, great benefits and the opportunity to develop your skills, you can put your talent to work and reap the rewards.

What We Do

We are a member-centric services organization that continually engages with our community to provide technology and services that enables excellence in teaching, learning and research. We equip our members with opportunities to work together to learn, explore, evaluate and shape the development of technology, services and procurement solutions that serve their collective interests.

Why We Do It

Our motivation is to enable members with technology and services to support excellence in teaching, learning and research. We aim to enhance the quality of services, drive down costs, maximize efficiencies, empower digital transformation, share knowledge and human and capital resources so that all can benefit.

Equal Employment Opportunity

BCNET is committed to equal employment opportunities for all, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. We welcome applications from everyone and offer reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities throughout the hiring process and employment. If you need accommodation during the application process, please reach out to our HR department at [email protected] with your specific request. Our team will work with you to ensure you have the support you need to participate fully in our recruitment process.

Application Deadline: Applications for this position will close on November 20, 2026 at 5:00 PM PST. We encourage interested candidates to submit their application as early as possible.