05 Oct 2026

Senior Buyer - Contract

Halifax, NS

Agilus by Synergie is recruiting for a Senior Buyer - Contract in the Higher Education / Academic Administration Sector in Halifax, Nova Scotia.
We are looking for a Senior Buyer to lead complex sourcing initiatives, negotiate supplier agreements, and support procurement activities in a research and laboratory environment. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys partnering with technical teams, driving compliant purchasing processes, and delivering value through strategic sourcing.
Total rewards:

$30.00 - $33.00 hourly
Stable full-time schedule of 35 hours per week, 7 hours per day
Contract until the end of 2026 with potential for extension based on business needs
Work model: Fully on site
Collaborative and professional work environment

A typical day:

Manage end-to-end procurement activities for laboratory, research, and specialized categories
Lead competitive sourcing initiatives including RFQs, RFPs, and supplier evaluations
Develop procurement strategies that balance value, quality, risk, and operational requirements
Collaborate with technical stakeholders to develop specifications and procurement documentation
Analyze supplier proposals using commercial, technical, and total cost of ownership criteria
Negotiate pricing, service levels, warranties, and contractual terms with suppliers
Ensure compliance with organizational procurement policies and applicable trade agreements
Monitor supplier performance and support ongoing contract administration and vendor management

Successful candidates will have:

Minimum 3 years of procurement or senior buyer experience
Experience managing laboratory, scientific, technical, medical equipment, or specialized procurement categories
Strong knowledge of formal sourcing processes including RFQs, RFPs, and tendering activities
Experience negotiating supplier contracts, pricing structures, delivery schedules, and service agreements
Understanding of public-sector procurement principles and compliance requirements
Advanced analytical skills with experience evaluating total cost of ownership and supplier risk
Proficiency with MS Office Suite, specifically Word and Excel
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

This posting is for an active opening.

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Agilus by Synergie would like to thank all candidates for their interest in this opportunity. Due to the volume of resumes we receive; we may only be able to respond directly to those candidates being selected for an interview.
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Job Code 158128

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Agilus by Synergie is committed to employ people from diverse backgrounds and we actively demonstrate inclusiveness through fair, equitable and accessible hiring practices. We recognize the strength that comes from different experiences, backgrounds and perspectives and welcome candidates who identify as visible minorities, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and persons within the LGBTQ+ community. We feel it is important as an organization that all people have access and opportunity to be employed, to be valued and to be respected.

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