Sustainable Procurement Summer Student and Indigenous Summer Student Opportunity- Canada Summer Jobs Job Listing at City of Edmonton in Edmonton, AB (Job ID 51453)

Description

1 temporary full-time positions for 4 months intended specifically for students currently enrolled in a business, social development, sustainability studies, engineering, arts or related post-secondary diploma or degree program, commencing in May 2025

The City of Edmonton is committed to hiring a diverse workforce that is reflective of the community we serve.  In alignment with our guiding frameworks, The Indigenous Framework and The Art of Inclusion, we are committed to the journey of reconciliation, and will continue identifying and removing the systemic barriers that exist for Indigenous people in gaining employment with the City of Edmonton and creating career development opportunities for Indigenous employees. As part of this commitment, preference will be given to Indigenous applicants. If you are Indigenous, we encourage you to self-identify in your application.

The Corporate Procurement and Supply Services (CPSS) Branch serves an essential function for City Operations. We facilitate the acquisition of products, services and equipment, balance client requirements with corporate risk, and support environmentally socially responsible procurement. We aim to achieve the best overall value for the corporation. This award-winning team is looking for an enthusiastic, innovative and creative student to join them. 

Reporting to the Sustainable Procurement  Lead, this position will receive an overview of Sustainable procurement activities performed by the City of Edmonton and assist in implementing the City's Sustainable Procurement program. 

As a part of the team, you will:

• Maintain Sustainable Procurement data using Google Workspace applications and SAP Ariba
  
• Compile data and use analytical skills to generate comprehensive reports
  
• Support the preparation of documentation to support business process analysis, redesign, and implementation activities (i.e. project plans; presentations; environmental scans, and evaluation assessments)
  
• Support the preparation of documentation or graphics to support change management processes
  
• Undertake project work, under supervision, relating to knowledge management, environmental scanning or other related areas
• Provide client departments and suppliers with information on Sustainable procurement policies and procedures
  
• Participate in meetings and projects
  
• Perform other duties as required