Purchasing & Risk Management Officer - (26-022-2) - External Closes Jun 21/26

Company Description

The City of Campbell River is searching for an experienced Purchasing & Risk Management Officer to join our Financial Services Team. 

Naturally, Campbell River – Located on Vancouver Island, the City of Campbell River offers a rare combination of a welcoming small-town feel with large-city amenities. We are a 45-minute drive from the winter and summer activities of Mount Washington, and just minutes from more than 100 km of all levels of mountain biking and hiking trails, plus easy access to the ocean, rivers and lakes for sports fishing, kayaking, paddle boarding and whale watching.

Job Description

The Role:  The Purchasing & Risk Management Officer, under the direction of the Financial Services Manager, is responsible for the ongoing development, implementation and administration of the City’s procurement function, ensuring compliance with relevant policies, bylaws, trade agreements and other legislation. This position ensures the City receives the best value possible for its goods and service purchases and dispositions and minimizes procurement risk.

The Purchasing & Risk Management Officer is also responsible for risk management activities including identification and assessment of risks, and the ongoing maintenance and monitoring of the City’s risk management governance framework.

Purchasing & Risk Management Officer Job Description

What we offer:

• Competitive compensation package including a salary range of $97,859 to $111,176, group benefits and defined benefit pension plan.
• Generous vacation package – 6 weeks in 1st year, 7 weeks in 2nd year.
• Relocation assistance provided. 
• Make a tangible impact in your community.
• Work with a dynamic and supportive management team.
• Strengthen leadership skills and help build community partnerships.

Qualifications

Our ideal candidate will have:

• Minimum two (2) year Diploma in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field from a recognized educational institution.
• CSCP Certified Supply Chain Professional, NIGP Certified Procurement Professional or equivalent designation.
• Member of Supply Chain Canada Association.
• Minimum five (5) years progressive public procurement and risk management work experience, including experience designing, developing and implementing best practices sourcing and leading complex procurement projects.
• Minimum three (3) years of supervisory experience, preferably in a municipal purchasing/stores environment.
• Risk/claims management experience.

Preferred Criteria: 

• Public Sector Procurement Program Certificate is considered an asset.
• Completion of Risk Management Certification Designation (CRM) or Insurance Certification.
• Local government experience is preferred.

Additional Information

Posting date: May 22, 2026

Posting closing date: June 21, 2026

Posting Number: 26-022-2

Before you apply: You will be asked to upload a cover letter and resume as part of the application process.  You may also be asked to answer some screening questions related to the position.

Questions? Email careers@campbellriver.ca