IT Procurement Analyst

Job Information

Job Title: IT Procurement Analyst

Job Requisition ID: 84039

Ministry: Technology & Innovation

Location: Remote Across Alberta

Full or Part-Time: Full Time

Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week

Permanent/Temporary: Permanent

Scope: Open

Closing Date: Septemeber 10, 2026

Classification:  Subsidiary 02B 3625 Program Services 3

Salary:  $2,935.39 to $3,850.29/bi-weekly ($76,613 - $100,492/year)

The Alberta Public Service works to build a stronger province for current and future generations. We make a difference in the lives of Albertans through rewarding and diverse career opportunities. For more information, please visit:

https://www.alberta.ca/about-the-alberta-public-service

Technology and Innovation is responsible for making innovation and technology the driving force behind Alberta’s economic growth and diversification. To learn more about us, please visit:

https://www.alberta.ca/technology-and-innovation.aspx

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The passionate and solutions focused people that we hire help us to drive vital programs and services that affect Albertans. Whatever your position is here, you will be a part of something great. Join us!

Role Responsibilities

Shape the Future of Public Sector Technology Procurement!

Are you a strategic procurement professional who thrives on collaboration, analysis, and delivering value through effective procurement solutions? Join a team that plays a critical role in supporting technology initiatives across government while driving innovation, accountability, and operational excellence.

Reporting to the IT Procurement Manager, the IT Procurement Analyst is responsible for the successful delivery of procurement projects and contracts within an assigned portfolio of IT goods and services.

As a key member of the IT Goods and Services Procurement (ITP) team, you will partner with business areas to achieve effective procurement outcomes that balance value, risk management, compliance, and strategic objectives. This role is instrumental in supporting procurement planning, contract execution, data analysis, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives that contribute to the Ministry's broader goals.

The IT Procurement Analyst develops and executes procurement activities and contracts while ensuring alignment with Government of Alberta policies, trade agreement obligations, and procurement best practices. The position also supports procurement reporting, contract oversight, and projects of varying complexity, while providing guidance and mentorship to IT Procurement Officers as required.

Success in this role requires strong analytical capabilities, sound judgment, and the ability to build productive relationships with stakeholders across all levels of the organization. The IT Procurement Analyst serves as a trusted partner, facilitating procurement activities and helping ensure transparent, compliant, and efficient procurement processes.

Responsibilities

Some of the responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

Executing procurement activities to ensure best practices and the highest standards of procurement excellence are achieved and maintained.

Collaborating with stakeholders to support effective procurement planning, sourcing strategies, and contract management activities.

Conducting procurement and contract data analysis, reporting, and monitoring to support informed decision-making and continuous improvement.

Ensuring Government of Alberta document management policies, reporting requirements, and record-keeping standards are consistently followed for all procurement and contract documentation.

Supporting procurement projects of varying complexity and contributing to the successful delivery of strategic procurement initiatives.

Providing mentorship, guidance, and coaching to members of the IT Procurement Team to foster knowledge sharing and professional development.

Building and maintaining effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders while ensuring compliance with trade agreements, legislation, policies, and procurement frameworks.

Future Focused Skills Matter

The Government of Alberta is committed to innovation and continuous improvement. Success in this role requires curiosity, adaptability, and a proactive approach to emerging technologies. Knowledge of, experience with, and a willingness to leverage automation, data analytics, and artificial intelligence (AI) are essential for enhancing procurement processes, driving operational efficiency, and supporting informed decision-making.

The

Job Description

is provided for Further details on this position.

APS Competencies

Competencies

are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are

required

for this opportunity and to be prepared to

demonstrate

them during the recruitment process.

Some of the competencies critical for this position are:

Agility

: Proactively proposes changes and incorporates change into processes under the supervision of the IT Procurement Reporting and Relations Manager. Creates opportunities for improvement. Is aware of and adapts to changing priorities. Remains objective under pressure and supports others to maintain emotional balance. Proactively explains impact of change on roles and integrates change in existing work. Readily adapts plans and practices.

Drive for Results

Knowing what outcomes are important and maximizing resources to achieve results that are aligned with the goals of the organization, while maintaining accountability to each other and external stakeholders.

Develop Networks

Leverages relationships to build input and perspective. Looks broadly to engage stakeholders. Open to perspectives towards long-term goals. Actively seeks input into change initiatives. Maintains stakeholder relationships.

Build Collaborative Environments

Collaborates across functional areas and proactively addresses conflict. Encourages broad thinking on projects and works to eliminate barriers to progress. Facilitates communication and collaboration. Anticipates and reduces conflict at the outset. Credits others and gets talent recognized. Promotes collaboration and commitment.

Qualifications

Requirements

University graduation in a related field such as Business, Public Administration, Procurement, Contract and Vendor Relationship Management.

2 years of related experience in procurement, contract, and supplier/vendor management.

Experience in strategy and policy planning, research and development.

Equivalencies

Directly related education or experience considered on the basis of:

1 year of education for 1 year of experience; or

1 year of experience for 1 year of education

Assets

Experience in

Procurement, consultation and contract management.

SAP FieldGlass or similar services procurement management system.

IT operations, project integration, ministry support, application support, supplier management and their dependencies.

IT concepts, ITIL, COBIT, and Agile.

Various Artificial Intelligence technologies.

Knowledge of Government of Alberta procurement policies, legislation, trade agreements.

Expertise in Project management methodologies.

Adaptable with forward-thinking and eagerness to learn and apply Artificial Intelligence and emerging technologies to drive operational efficiencies.

Strong organizational skills, with ability to prioritize and manage time effectively to meet deadline constraints.

Proficiency with standard office productivity software (e.g., Microsoft Office suite, SharePoint, SAP, Ariba

Minimum recruitment standards

outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification.

Notes

Term of Employment

Permanent, Full-time position

Hours of Work

1. 25 hours daily / 36.25 weekly – Monday to Friday

Location

Remote across Alberta

This position is eligible for remote work; you must reside in Alberta to work remotely for this position.

Final candidates may be required to undergo a security screening.

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.

Applicants are advised to provide a cover letter summarizing information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.

Additional Information

:

In your resume, please include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience. Also, please indicate whether your work experience is casual, part-time, or full-time. For example, January 15, 2006 - June 25, 2009: Assistant (PT three 8 hrs. shifts/week).

Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.

Links and information on what the GoA have to offer to prospective employees.

Working for the Alberta Public Service -

https://www.alberta.ca/advantages-

working-for-alberta-public-service.aspx

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Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) -

https://www.pspp.ca

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Alberta Public Service Benefit Information -

https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-benefits

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Professional learning and development -

https://www.alberta.ca/professional-development-support-directive

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Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool –

https://researchapscareers.alberta.ca

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Positive workplace culture and work-life balance.

Leadership and mentorship programs.

How To Apply

Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.

Candidates are required to apply for a job online. Please visit

https://www.alberta.ca/job-application-resources#before

for more information. Please visit

Recruitment Principles

, for more information.

In your resume, please include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience. For example, January 2006 - June 2009 (part-time). This example is provided for illustrative purposes only. Applicants are encouraged to present their information clearly and thoroughly, using a format that best conveys their experience.

It is recommended applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)(

https://www.alberta.ca/international-qualifications-assessment.aspx

) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information

(

https://canalliance.org/en/default.html

).

It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.

Closing Statement

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.

We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.

If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact

Michelle Elliott at

[email protected]

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