We are

At Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechron’s progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile-first applications and more. Over the last 20+ years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 14,500+, and has 58 offices in 21 countries within key global markets.

Our Challenge:

Synechron is looking for a Procurement Analyst who will play a key role in supporting the procurement process through analyzing and refining business and technical requirements, developing detailed RFX solicitation documents, and managing procurement activities from planning through post-award activities. This individual will ensure procurement strategies align with project objectives, facilitate vendor engagement, and maintain compliance with government policies.

Responsibilities:

1. Solicitation Document Preparation

• Support the development of procurement strategies aligned with project goals.
• Research, analyze, and refine both business and technical requirements.
• Prepare Request for Proposal/Quote/Tender (RFX) documents and associated review materials.
• Identify potential subprojects requiring separate RFXs for specific vendor services.
• Interpret RFX documents for vendors and draft formal responses to vendor inquiries.

2. Evaluation & Debriefing

• Develop selection methodologies, evaluation plans, mandatory criteria, and evaluation schedules.
• Review vendor bids/proposals for completeness, accuracy, and compliance.
• Prepare evaluation documentation and final award recommendation reports, ensuring adherence to Alberta’s procurement policies.
• Assist in organizing bidder conferences, vendor presentations, and developing agendas.
• Support debriefing sessions for unsuccessful vendors to ensure transparency.

3. Post-RFX Activities

• Collaborate with the department to finalize vendor contracts.
• Conduct post-procurement reviews, vendor performance evaluations, and document lessons learned.
• Prepare formal evaluation reports and procurement recommendations for approval.
• Maintain accurate procurement and contract records in accordance with policy.

Requirements:

• Relevant post-secondary education in supply chain, procurement, business, or a related field (degrees, diplomas, certificates; minimum 2-year diploma)
• PDF Document Editing: At least 2 years of experience editing documents in Adobe Acrobat Pro or similar software
• Procurement Activities: At least 4 years of experience independently developing and releasing RFXs, NFRPs, RFQs, RFIs, conducting negotiations, evaluations, gathering supplier feedback, and executing contracts
• Public Sector Procurement: At least 4 years of experience working within public sector procurement processes, including understanding trade agreements and bid law
• Strong analytical skills to research and refine business and technical requirements
• Excellent organizational and project management abilities to oversee procurement from planning through post-activity review
• Ability to interpret complex procurement documents and communicate effectively with vendors and internal teams
• Familiarity with government procurement policies and procedures
• Experience using Microsoft Outlook for managing emails, tasks, and calendars (minimum 2 years)
• Experience with basic Excel skills in a work environment

Nice to Have:

• Completion of SCMP or other equivalent procurement certifications.
• Experience using SAP and Ariba for contract and procurement management (minimum 2 years).
• Experience with tender systems (E-bidding).
• Proven experience proofing and formatting Word documents in a professional setting (minimum 2 years).
• Experience with developing and managing procurement evaluation tools and methodologies.
• Knowledge of trade agreements and legal considerations in public sector procurement.

We offer

• A multinational organization with 58 offices in 21 countries and the possibility to work abroad
• 15 days (3 weeks) of paid annual leave plus an additional 10 days of personal leave (floating days and sick days)
• A comprehensive insurance plan including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long term disability
• Flexible hybrid policy to fit your schedule
• RRSP with employer’s contribution up to 4%
• A higher education certification policy
• On-demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated courses
• Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellences (CoE) groups
• Cutting edge projects at the world’s leading tier-one banks, financial institutions and insurance firms
• A truly diverse, fun-loving and global work culture

SYNECHRON’S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Synclusive’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more. All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.